FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
404 Homer St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$800,000
Est. $4,956/month
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About this home
Opportunity knocks in the Town of Newton! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape with sunroom, is situated on a desirable corner lot and offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to build equity and create a home to their own specifications. The property features an attached garage, classic Cape-style layout, and plenty of potential. Priced well below market value to reflect the repairs and updates needed, making this an ideal opportunity for contractors, investors, or buyers willing to bring their vision and improvements to the property. Conveniently located in Newton with access to shopping, dining, transportation, schools, and major routes. Property is being sold as-is. Bring your ideas and unlock the potential of this well-located Newton property!
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 13, 2026
$800,000
Original listing
Agent: Mary Koontz-Daher
Office: Weichert Realtors' Daher Companies
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $800,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,528 | $880,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,528
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$880,100
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,167 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Sun Room
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,528
Assessed Value
$880,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Seller Has Not Lived In The Property For 20+ Years.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,167 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,167 sq ft above grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Sun Room
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Block, Brick/Mortar
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Newton Country Day School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-12
Learning Prep School
1.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
1.5 mi
Grades K-09
Jackson School
1.6 mi
Grades K-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.3 mi
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.4 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+
Bigelow Middle School
1.9 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+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.1 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
High Schools
4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.6 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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Neighborhood
Newton Center
404 Homer St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Mary Koontz-Daher
Listing Office
Weichert Realtors' Daher Companies
Office Phone
978-688-7251
Agent MLS ID
G0001425
Office MLS ID
AN0395
Listing Data Updated
Aug 13, 2026 4:18 PM EDT
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