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269 Franklin St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458
$3,000,000
Est. $17,331/month
6
Beds
3
Baths
4,767
Sq Ft
$629
Price/Sq Ft
0.78
Acres
1850
Year Built
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 10, 2024 • MLS# 73222550 Copied!

About this home

Exuding timeless elegance, this stately Greek-Revival Colonial sits gracefully on a .78-acre level lot on Newton's Farlow and Kenrick Parks Historic District. Discover a spectacular interior featuring high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, and meticulously preserved details, including hardwood floors and floor to ceiling windows. The first level offers a grand entry, spacious living and dining rooms, and an eat-in kitchen where you walk out to an expansive deck overlooking stunning grounds. The 2nd level includes 4 generous bedrooms and a sun drenched studio/family room with another great view of the sprawling backyard, and an office. The 3rd level hosts 2 additional bedrooms, and a bonus room providing flexibility for extended family, playroom, or whatever suits your needs. A circular driveway, and plenty of off-street parking, this distinguished residence is ideally situated near prestigious schools, parks, the Masspike, Boston and Cambridge.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1850
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,767 sq ft
Total Rooms
13

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,750,000
Final Sale Price: $3,000,000
Difference: +$250,000 (+9.1%)
Performance Metrics
109.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $577
Sale $/sq ft: $629
This property sold for $629 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1850
Living Area 4,767 sq ft
Lot Size 0.78 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 13

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Other
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Closet, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Ceiling - Half-vaulted, Sitting Room, Bathroom, Mud Room, Office, Bedroom, Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture Colonial, Greek Revival
Roof Slate
Features Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Stone/gravel
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $23,539
Assessed Value $2,411,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Closet, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Ceiling - Half-Vaulted, Sitting Room, Bathroom, Mud Room, Office, Bedroom, Bonus Room
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Greek Revival
Year Built: 1850
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Other
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage: 133.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University

Location

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Neighborhood

269 Franklin St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

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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
Newton Country Day School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-12
Jackson School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Dearborn Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 02-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Fessenden School
2.0 mi
Grades K-09
Brimmer + May School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
Learning Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.2 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
0.2 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
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.6 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
2.9 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
2.9 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
3.5 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
4.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.3 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
2.6 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

36%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73476834
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Currently Listed
Feb 12, 2026
$4,295,000
MLS #73476834 - Active
Sold
Jun 4, 2024
$3,000,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
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Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2024
$2,750,000
Original listing
Agent: Ilene Solomon Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 16, 2026 Sold $4,295,000
Apr 10, 2024 New Listing Added $2,750,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$629

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $23,539 $2,411,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$23,539
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,411,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ilene Solomon
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID BB302500
Office MLS ID AN6227
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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