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243 Upland Ave, Newton, MA
Newton · MA 02461
- $1,775,000
- Price
- 4
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3847
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1914
Lot size:
0.6 Acre Lot
Price per square foot:
$481 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, AC
About this home
This is a rare opportunity atop one of Newton’s most coveted hilltop locations. Winner of the Newton Beautification Award and featured in a local design magazine, this original farmhouse—held by fewer than five owners—blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates and exceptional future potential. Surrounded by $5–$6.5M homes, the setting is truly premier. The residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, including two fully renovated designer baths featuring a slipper tub and Italian marble vanity. The chef’s kitchen boasts a Sub-Zero refrigerator, chefs 6-burner gas convection range with center griddle, wine fridge, and powered skylight. Enjoy two level deck, three wood-burning fireplaces plus a gas fireplace. The grand primary suite includes a spa-like bath, large walk-in closet +Accessory room. Updates throughout preserve historic charm while providing modern comfort, including a new architectural shingle roof. In-law or home office suite potential.
Neighborhood & Transit
Newton Highlands
243 Upland Ave, Newton · MA 02461
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 176 days
- Listing Price:
- $1,850,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $481
- Tax Assessment:
- $1,579,300 in 2025
- Taxes:
- $1,290 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Half Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 3,847 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Upgraded Cabinets, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Skylight, Balcony / Deck, Main Level, Wet bar, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Garbage Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- Floor 2, Remodeled, Double Closet, Skylight, Fireplace, Hot Tub / Spa, Walk-in Closet, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, En-suite bathroom
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 10
- Above grade area
- 2973
- Flooring
- Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank / LVP, Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Central Heat, Forced Air, Unit Control
- Heating Zone
- Unknown
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Cooling Zones
- Unknown
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- Unknown
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 26,250 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Wooded, Paved Drive, Level, Sloping
- Exterior Features
- Deck - Wood, Porch - Enclosed, Gutters, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces, Attached
- Off Street Parking
- None, Off-Street
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Frame
- Siding
- Vinyl, Stucco
- Roof
- Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Room details
- Living room level
- First Floor
- Living room dimensions
- 13X22'11
- Living room features
- Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Breezeway
- Dining room level
- First Floor
- Dining room dimensions
- 13X12
- Dining room features
- Fireplace, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding
- Family room level
- First Floor
- Family room dimensions
- 13X17
- Family room features
- Flooring - Laminate, Balcony / Deck, Main Level, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Kitchen dimensions
- 13'8X18'4
- Primary bedroom dimensions
- 13X21'7
- Bedroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 2 dimensions
- 13X10'7
- Bedroom 2 features
- Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Bedroom 3 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 3 dimensions
- 13X11'3
- Bedroom 3 features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Decorative Molding
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Adam Kotkin
- Listing office
- Red Tree Real Estate
- MLS PIN #
- 73516643
- Disclosure
- Broker is related to the owners. Architectural floor plans attached as well. Larger than listed on public record.
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