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140 Paulson Rd, Newton MA 02468

Newton, MA 02468 • Waban
$6,000
Est. $230/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,487
Sq Ft
$2
Price/Sq Ft
0
Lot Sq Ft
1947
Year Built
27
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 3, 2025 • MLS# 73425308 Copied!

About this home

A prime Newton (Waban) setting, freshly repainted with brand new hardwood floors in the living and dining areas. Offering more than 2,400 sq. ft. of well-designed living, it highlights a spacious primary suite with a private nook—perfect as a study, reading corner, or creative retreat—plus two other large bedrooms and a fourth smaller bedroom that works ideally as an office or guest space. A sunlit, updated kitchen with ample cabinetry and counters opens to a formal dining room, while the expansive living room and separate family room allow versatility for entertaining, relaxing, or working remotely. The interior extends to a deck that overlooks a sizable backyard—ideal for outdoor meals, play, or quiet mornings. The property includes central air conditioning. Situated on a peaceful, tree-lined block only one street from acclaimed Zervas Elementary and close to Newton Centre, Whole Foods, the Mass Pike, and Route 95. A rare rental opportunity in a coveted neighborhood

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HECHT HOWARD M & NICOLE A
Mailing Address 140 PAULSON RD, WABAN, MA, 02468

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR2
Style Ranch

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,545,400

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,340,000 $205,400 $1,545,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 24, 2025 $1,845,000 84266/446

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2023.

Data: Town of Newton

Municipal Context: NEWTON

Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1947
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,487 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $6,000
Final Sale Price: $6,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
27
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $2
Sale $/sq ft: $2
This property sold for $2 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 27 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$2/sq ft
Area Average
$543/sq ft
Difference
99.6%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1947
Living Area 2,487 sq ft
Lot Size 0 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry First Floor, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

No financial details available

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: First Floor, In Building
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1947
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
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Sewer:
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
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Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Waban

140 Paulson Rd, Newton MA 02468

Newton, MA 02468

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Newton School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Learning Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Newton Country Day School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-12
Fessenden School
1.7 mi
Grades K-09
Dearborn Academy School
1.9 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.0 mi
Grades K-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.1 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.8 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.0 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
2.2 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
2.4 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.8 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.0 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton South High School
2.1 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

99.7%
Price Range
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73530950
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 5, 2026
$6,500
MLS #73530950 - Active
Sold
Nov 1, 2025
Property sold
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Listed for Sale
Sep 3, 2025
$6,000
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Godwin Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73376401
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 24, 2025
$1,845,000
MLS #73376401

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 5, 2026 Sold $6,500
Sep 3, 2025 New Listing Added $6,000
Jun 24, 2025 Sold $1,845,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
27 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lisa Godwin
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB700349
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated Dec 5, 2025 4:19 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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