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38 Wachusett Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02467

$2,225,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2877
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1928
Lot size: 10,000 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $695 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Exquisitely located in the coveted Chestnut Hill neighborhood, this elegant Colonial amplifies curb appeal with a stately circular drive, lush plantings, and an inviting wrap-around porch. The welcoming grand foyer serves as a beautiful introduction to the home?s thoughtful and extensive updates, including new wood flooring and fresh paint throughout. The tastefully updated chef?s kitchen with SS appliances and soapstone countertops connects to an exquisite solarium-style, sun-filled breakfast room with French doors to the porch. The first floor also showcases a tastefully appointed dining room, living room w/ fireplace, and a renovated half bath. The second level offers a main bedroom and three additional bedrooms, all of generous size, and a full and half bath. LL offers a rec/media room, laundry, and access to the garage. The park-like yard offers new sod & seeding, and ample privacy. Desirably located near Newton Ctr, Green Line T, The Street, shops in Chestnut Hill, Rt. 9, I-90.

Neighborhood & Transit

Chestnut Hill

38 Wachusett Rd, Newton · MA 02467

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:
189 days
Listing Price:
$1,999,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$695
Tax Assessment:
$1,638,500 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,336 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,877 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Sq. Ft. measured by DHM. Public record reflects 2,666 total sq ft; 2,425 above + 241 below grade.
Kitchen
Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Upgraded Cabinets, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Second Dishwasher, Kitchen Island, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Crown Molding, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Full Bathroom, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
9
Above grade area
2497
Flooring
Wood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Stone / Slate
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Steam, Unit Control, Wall Unit
Heating Zone
3
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
1
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
10,000 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Attached, Under
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway, Deeded

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Aluminum
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
14X24
Living room features
Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
14X15
Dining room features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Lighting - Pendant
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
23X11
Family room features
Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Main Level, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen dimensions
14X12
Primary bedroom dimensions
14X14
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
14X9
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Pendant
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
14X17
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
14X11
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
3X6
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
5X4
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
10X6
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Pedestal Sink

Listing information

Listing agent
Barry-Beaver Team
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73509507
Disclosure
Exterior cameras. Newton reflects 1-car garage; 2 fit tandem. LR crack in window pane, BD window seal broken. New wood: Foyer/DR/Kitchen/Breakfast Room; remaining fls refinished*. Heat**1 thermostat gas radiators; 2 indiv. thermostats for rms w/ basebrd heat; 1 BD electric heat; kitchen electric fan
Disclosure
Sq. Ft. measured by DHM. Public record reflects 2,666 total sq ft; 2,425 above + 241 below grade.