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550 Beacon St, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02459

$2,225,000
Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
4550
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1852
Lot size: 0.47 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $566 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 1 Garage Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

This stately 1852 circa Colonial style residence includes an incredible detached 1600 square foot carriage house permitted for professional use, is set back from Beacon Street with its expansive circular driveway and was once part of the Thomas Hammond Estate acreage. Lovingly restored and maintained this home is steeped in history and abuts approximately 27 acres of conservation land. The main house consists of three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The first floor features a chef's kitchen with French doors that lead to a spacious deck overlooking the level yard & lush gardens. The hardwood floors, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows provide an abundance of natural light throughout. Special features include period detail, charm and character, 3 fireplaces, front and back staircases and authentic hardware. The master bedroom with a sitting room and fireplace provides amazing views of the grounds. Convenient to the T, Malls of Chestnut Hill, Newton Center, schools & major routes.

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Center

550 Beacon St, Newton · MA 02459

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Newton Centre Green 0.49 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
2022 days
Listing Price:
$2,575,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$566
Tax Assessment:
$1,364,100 in 2021
Taxes:
$1,223 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,550 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Includes 1600 sq ft in the Carriage House which has 4 rms, 1 bedroom & 1 1/2 baths
Kitchen
Main Floor, Gas Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
11
Above grade area
Unknown
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Concrete
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Individual
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
1
Water
City/Town Water, Private Water, Other (See Remarks)
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Lot Size
20,642 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded, Paved Drive, Level
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Stone Wall, Deck - Wood, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Parking

Garage Parking
1 Parking Space, Detached, Carriage Shed, Storage, Garage Door Opener
Off Street Parking
Unknown

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Clapboard
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
16X18
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
15X15
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
11X18
Family room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Kitchen dimensions
15X14
Primary bedroom dimensions
15X26
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
15X14
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
14X16
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Steam / Sauna
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Listing information

Listing agent
Oriel - Sherman Team
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
MLS PIN #
72818130
Disclosure
Main house is on well water (with a sediment filter) can be converted to City water easily. The Carriage house is connected to city water/sewer. The Carriage house is permitted for a Home Business & is a wonderful opportunity. Residence is not historical due to modifications made.
Disclosure
Includes 1600 sq ft in the Carriage House which has 4 rms, 1 bedroom & 1 1/2 baths