For Sale
987-989 Boylston St, Newton, MA
Newton · MA 02461
- $1,548,000
- Price
- 7
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2726
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Multi-Family
Year built:
Built in 1912
Units:
2 Units
Lot size:
4,500 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot:
$568 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
5 Off Street Spaces
About this home
Price Reduced by $80,000! Rare opportunity to own a spacious two-family home in the highly desirable Newton Highlands/Chestnut Hill area, offering an exceptional combination of location, convenience, and investment potential. Ideally situated directly across from the prestigious Longwood Cricket Club, this property is just a 10-minute walk to Eliot Station on the MBTA Green Line, providing easy access to Boston and surrounding communities. Enjoy the best of Newton living with close proximity to Newton Centre, Brookline, Boston College, Chestnut Hill Mall, fine dining, shopping, parks, and everyday amenities, all within reach. Located in the renowned Newton public school system, this property is perfect for investors, owner occupants, 1031 exchange buyers, or multi-generational living. Both units offer two levels of living space with excellent flexibility. Unit #987 is occupied by a long-term tenant, providing immediate rental income, while Unit #989 features a spacious townhouse-style layout with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, charming front porches, and can be delivered vacant for owner occupancy or market-rate rental opportunities. Recent improvements include new front-facing windows for the second-floor unit and two new hot water heaters installed in July 2026. The property also features separate utilities and systems for each unit, plus six off-street parking spaces, a rare convenience in this sought-after Newton neighborhood. With its prime location near transportation, top-rated schools, premier shopping, and vibrant community amenities, this exceptional two-family residence offers outstanding value and long-term potential. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a versatile property in one of the most desirable areas of Newton, now offered at an incredible value following an $80,000 price reduction.
Neighborhood & Transit
987-989 Boylston St, Newton · MA 02461
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
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Eliot Green 0.17 mi
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Newton Highlands Green 0.36 mi
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 118 days
- Listing Price:
- $1,548,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $568
- Tax Assessment:
- $1,170,000 in 2026
- Taxes:
- $928 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
- Living Area
- 2,726 Sq.Ft
- Kitchen
- Unknown
- Primary Bedroom
- Unknown
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- Unknown
- Above grade area
- 2726
- Flooring
- Unknown
- Lead paint
- Certified Treated
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Unknown
- Heating Zone
- Unknown
- Cooling
- Unknown
- Cooling Zones
- Unknown
- Water
- Unknown
- Sewer
- Unknown
- Electric Features
- 110 Volts
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 4,500 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Unknown
- Exterior Features
- Unknown
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 0 Parking Spaces
- Off Street Parking
- 5 Parking Spaces
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Unknown
- Siding
- Unknown
- Roof
- Unknown
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Winner Yam McDonald
- Listing office
- William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
- MLS PIN #
- 73546584
- Disclosure
- Seller has never occupied the property. Buyer/buyer’s agent to perform due diligence. 1st-floor unit is tenant-occupied by a long-term tenant with excellent payment history. Sale subject to seller’s 1031 exchange. Buyer’s cooperation, understanding, and patience with exchange timelines appreciated.