Discover timeless elegance in this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom Victorian home located in the heart of Newton Centre. Hardwood floors grace the entire residence, complementing the spacious living room, formal dining room, and inviting updated eat-in kitchen with a convenient half bath and laundry hook ups on the main floor. The second floor offers three bedrooms and a full bath, the second floor master bedroom featuring its own ensuite bath w/additional laundry hook up. The third floor boasts a versatile au pair suite, primary BR or family room, along with another full bath and walk-in closet. Modern comforts include air conditioning throughout. Outside, a 2-car detached garage provides ample parking and storage. Situated in a coveted neighborhood, enjoy easy access to the T and nearby shopping. Dont miss the chance to call this wonderful Victorian your new home!
- MLS# 73269149
- Date Listed07/24/2024
- Bedrooms 5
- Bathrooms 3 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.21 acres (9,100 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Newton Center
- Property Type Single Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1890
- Water Public
- Square Feet 3,674 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $516.88
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Flooring Tile, Hardwood
- Cooling Central Air, Other
- Heating Central, Hot Water
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.21
- Lot Size SQFT 9,100.00
- Lot Features Level
Directions
Off of Parker Street
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $15,721
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
4.53 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.19 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.19 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
3.58 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK
4.04 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
4.05 mi
Distance
Preschool At Wellesley Schools
Public • PK - PK
4.09 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
4.3 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
4.53 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 1
4.62 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Clark Road
Public • PK - PK
5.03 mi
Distance
Horace Mann School For The Deaf
Public • PK - 12
5.12 mi
Distance
Public • 1 - 5
5.24 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.19 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.19 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.17 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.05 mi
Distance
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
Public • 7 - 12
4.53 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
4.78 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.95 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6
6.02 mi
Distance
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
6.42 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill
Public • 5 - 8
6.49 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.19 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.08 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.95 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.99 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.53 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.54 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.03 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.08 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.39 mi
Distance
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Public • 9 - 10
6.49 mi
Distance
Bais Yaakov Of Boston High School
Private • 09 - 12
1.94 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
1.98 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - 11
2.71 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
2.72 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
2.76 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
2.87 mi
Distance
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School For Boys
Private • 09 - 12
2.87 mi
Distance
Private • 03 - 12
2.93 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
2.93 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
2.96 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2024 | Active | $1,899,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Cedar Rd | 6 | 6 | Oct 06, 2025 | $5,099,999 |
| 40 Windsor Road | 6 | 8 | Oct 27, 2025 | $7,995,000 |
| 33 Hancock Ave | 6 | 6 | Oct 07, 2025 | $4,100,000 |
| 37 Radcliff Rd | 6 | 10 | Sep 26, 2025 | $6,499,000 |
| 673 Boylston St | 4 | 4 | Nov 02, 2025 | $1,389,999 |
| 1224 Boylston Street | 3 | 2 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,080,000 |
| 360 Brookline St | 3 | 3 | Nov 13, 2025 | $1,299,000 |
| 26A Goddard St | 5 | 4 | Oct 01, 2025 | $1,880,000 |
| 74 Dedham St | 4 | 5 | Oct 07, 2025 | $2,150,000 |
| 80 Glen Avenue | 4 | 3 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,450,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | N/A | 43,438 | 1,645,166 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | N/A | 4,871 | 2,012 | 95 |
| People per Household | N/A | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | N/A | 41.4 | 41.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | N/A | $156,101 | $107,759 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | N/A | $82,069 | $55,878 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 121 | 111 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | N/A°F | 18.1°F | 15.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | N/A°F | 81.2°F | 82.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | N/A" | 51.22" | 46.95" | 38" |
46/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
51/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
55/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
18 nearby routes: 17 bus, 1 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 50/100, Transit Score: 35/100, Bike Score: 46/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 53 Stearns St
Source: Realty.com
53 Stearns St, Newton, MA 02459 is a Single Family 3,674 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 38 photos available of this 5 bed, 4 bath house, listed at $1,899,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 38 photos of 53 Stearns St.
Our records indicate that 53 Stearns St was built in 1890.
The full address for this home is 53 Stearns St, Newton, MA 02459.
53 Stearns St has been listed on Realty.com since Wed July 24, 2024
Most errands require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 50/100, Transit Score: 35/100, Bike Score: 46/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 53 Stearns St. Winship Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Oak Hill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Newton South High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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