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78 Beacon St, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02467

$2,020,000
Price
7
Beds
6.5
Baths
4923
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1920
Lot size: 0.38 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $406 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Nestled in the prime historic setting of Chestnut Hill Reservoir, just a stone's throw from Boston College, this timeless 1930s brick colonial residence is a masterpiece spanning 4923 square feet. Boasting 15 rooms, 6 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths, the home exudes classic charm and architectural allure. Step through the inviting entry foyer into a first floor adorned with generously sized formal rooms. A warm, fireplaced living room, a refined dining room, a cozy study. The second floor hosts a large primary suite with ensuite bath, plus two bedrooms, a study & a family bath. Ascend to the third floor to discover two additional bedrooms and a bath. The basement is finished with a dedicated laundry area, multiple rooms for storage and a full bath. The property comes with a detached 2 car garage & an accessory apartment with 1 bed, 2 offices & 1 full bath/2 half baths. The house has fabulous views of the Chestnut Hill reservoir & location provides easy access to Newton & Brighton center.

Neighborhood & Transit

Chestnut Hill

78 Beacon St, Newton · MA 02467

Nearby transit

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

  • South Street Green 0.46 mi
  • Chestnut Hill Green 0.48 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
1009 days
Listing Price:
$1,999,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$406
Tax Assessment:
$1,842,500 in 2023
Taxes:
$1,563 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,923 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Does not include the attached apartment
Kitchen
Main Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dishwasher, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Full Bathroom, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
15
Above grade area
4002
Flooring
Wood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Steam, Unit Control
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
0
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
220 Volts

Exterior Features

Lot Size
16,619 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot
Exterior Features
Unknown

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Detached
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street

Construction Details

Construction Type
Stone/Concrete
Siding
Brick
Roof
Slate, 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
12X25
Living room features
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
15X12
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood
Family room dimensions
14X20
Kitchen dimensions
16X12
Primary bedroom dimensions
20X16
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
10X11
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
13X11
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
13X13
Bedroom 4 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 level
Third Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
15X13
Bedroom 5 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
3X5
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
5X6
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
8X7
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Listing information

Listing agent
Christman Johnsson Group
Listing office
Hammond Residential Real Estate
MLS PIN #
73197711
Disclosure
sold as is. Historic district
Disclosure
Does not include the attached apartment