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303 Ward St, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02459

$1,480,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
5633
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1800
Lot size: 0.62 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $319 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 1 Garage Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, Heat Pump, AC

About this home

Own a piece of Newton?s history at 303 Ward Street. This distinguished turn-of-the-century residence, known as the John Harbach House, presents a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a grand home rich in character. Set on a generous lot in a highly desirable location, the property showcases original architectural details, high ceilings, and a gracious floor plan with endless potential. One of the few remaining Federal-style homes in Newton, it offers timeless charm and exceptional scale. Thoughtfully update and personalize a truly special space, ideally situated near Newton Centre, top public and private schools, parks, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes.

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Center

303 Ward St, Newton · MA 02459

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:
508 days
Listing Price:
$1,795,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$319
Tax Assessment:
$2,283,100 in 2025
Taxes:
$1,865 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,633 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Pantry, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Refrigerator
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
12
Above grade area
3925
Flooring
Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Heat Pump, Unit Control
Heating Zone
3
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
26,880 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Porch, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
1 Parking Space, Under
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

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
15X28
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
12X12
Dining room features
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
19X22
Family room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen dimensions
16X9
Primary bedroom dimensions
14X15
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
15X12
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
17X8
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
9X9
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
27X12
Bedroom 5 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Listing information

Listing agent
Felicia Captain
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
MLS PIN #
73358360
Disclosure
Property being sold as-is.