This gracious Victorian in the heart of Newton Highlands, is brimming w/ timeless charm & awaits your personal touch. The home boasts stunning hardwood floors, high ceilings & intricate details throughout. The first floor greets you w/ a magnificent foyer, living room & dining room featuring bay windows, pocket doors & two fireplaces; kitchen w/two pantries, mudroom & half-bath. On the second floor, youll find a primary bedroom w/ fireplace, three additional bedrooms & a full family bath. The third floor offers two more bedrooms, full bath & large unfinished space perfect for expansion. The basement, w/ its high ceilings, presents an opportunity for conversion into a finished living area. Outside, enjoy a beautiful private yard w/ deck, lush plantings & two-car garage. This ideal location is just moments from Crystal Lake, the T, & Village w/ shops, restaurants, playground & community center. This special property is waiting for restoration to bring it back to its full glory!
- MLS# 73280690
- Date Listed08/22/2024
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.22 acres (9,750 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1890
- Water Public
- Square Feet 4,427 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $451.77
Interior Features
- Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Flooring Hardwood
- Cooling None
- Heating Forced Air, Oil
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.22
- Lot Size SQFT 9,750.00
- Lot Features Level
Directions
off Lincoln Street
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $11,539
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.82 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.89 mi
Distance
Preschool At Wellesley Schools
Public • PK - PK
3.21 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.82 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
4.5 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK
4.94 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
5.15 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
5.23 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
5.24 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 1
5.47 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
5.65 mi
Distance
Public • 1 - 5
5.65 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.57 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.82 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
4.46 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
5.03 mi
Distance
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
Public • 7 - 12
5.24 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6
5.66 mi
Distance
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
6.01 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.34 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.81 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.53 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.64 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.13 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.24 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.3 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.65 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.96 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
7.22 mi
Distance
Bais Yaakov Of Boston High School
Private • 09 - 12
1.95 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - 11
2.32 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
2.33 mi
Distance
Private • 03 - 12
2.9 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
2.9 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
3.17 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
3.19 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.46 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
3.69 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.77 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Taxes | Land | Additions | Total Assessments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,539.00 5.86% | $954,800 | $227,500 | $1,182,300 |
| 2023 | $10,863.00 4.31% | $730,000 | $337,100 | $1,067,100 |
| 2022 | $10,395.00 3.51% | $675,900 | $312,200 | $988,100 |
| 2021 | $10,030.00 2.97% | $637,600 | $294,600 | $932,200 |
| 2020 | $9,732.00 | $637,600 | $294,600 | $932,200 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2024 | Pending | $1,999,999.00 |
| 08/22/2024 | Active | $1,999,999.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 White Oak Road | 3 | 4 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,799,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 1640 Commonwealth Ave | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 06, 2025 | $1,777,000 | Jan 24, 2024 | $1,469,948 |
| 35 Lynn Road | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,795,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,315,985 |
| 40 Windsor Road | 6 | 8 | Oct 27, 2025 | $7,995,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 33 Hancock Ave | 6 | 6 | Oct 07, 2025 | $4,100,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 673 Boylston St | 4 | 4 | Nov 02, 2025 | $1,389,999 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 1224 Boylston Street | 3 | 2 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,080,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 68 Mignon Rd | 6 | 8 | Nov 19, 2025 | $6,495,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 74 Dedham St | 4 | 5 | Oct 07, 2025 | $2,150,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
| 80 Glen Avenue | 4 | 3 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,450,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | - |
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" |
75/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
57/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
62/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
19 nearby routes: 18 bus, 1 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 47/100, Transit Score: 32/100, Bike Score: 43/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 61 Chester Street
Source: Realty.com
61 Chester Street, Newton, MA 02461 is a Single Family 4,427 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 42 photos available of this 6 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $1,999,999. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 42 photos of 61 Chester Street.
Our records indicate that 61 Chester Street was built in 1890.
The full address for this home is 61 Chester Street, Newton, MA 02461.
61 Chester Street has been listed on Realty.com since Thu August 22, 2024
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 47/100, Transit Score: 32/100, Bike Score: 43/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 61 Chester Street. Newton Early Childhood Center (Grades: PK - PK), Oak Hill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Newton South High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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