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279 Chestnut St, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02465

$3,000,000
Price
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4297
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1927
Lot size: 0.43 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $604 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

West Newton Hill - This exquisite brick colonial home has been updated and meticulously cared for. Step through the front door into a large foyer that connects to the spacious dining room, living room, kitchen, office, and inviting family room that leads out to a raised bluestone patio. The kitchen features eat-in area, ample cabinet space, and top-of-the-line Wolf and Subzero appliances. The second floor boasts four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and laundry. Ascend to the third floor to a bonus sitting/media room and office space. The mudroom offers easy access to the kitchen and leads to a lower level play space/media area, gym, full bathroom, and lots of storage. Outside, the patio and expansive level yard is great for entertaining and outdoor activities. Situated near Commonwealth Ave.'s picturesque carriage lane, this home is conveniently located close to public transportation, shops, restaurants, and offers easy access to the MA Pike and I-95 for a quick commute to Boston.

Neighborhood & Transit

West Newton

279 Chestnut St, Newton · MA 02465

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:
303 days
Listing Price:
$2,595,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$604
Tax Assessment:
$2,321,400 in 2025
Taxes:
$1,896 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,297 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Measured by Drone Home Media
Kitchen
Main Floor, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Flooring - Hardwood, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Flooring - Hardwood
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
13
Above grade area
3239
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Central Heat
Heating Zone
3
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
3
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
18,875 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Patio, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Detached
Off Street Parking
None

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Brick
Roof
Slate

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 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood
Family room level
First Floor
Family room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor

Listing information

Listing agent
MB Associates
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
MLS PIN #
73438728
Disclosure
Measured by Drone Home Media