FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
43 Taft Ave, Newton MA 02465
Newton, MA 02465
$899,000
Est. $5,240/month
Open House Schedule
08
Aug
Saturday, August 8
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
About this home
A charming and tastefully renovated 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home located in the coveted West Newton neighborhood. This move-in-ready residence offers a comfortable and sun-kissed south facing living space easily entertaining both family and friend with a newly updated kitchen set with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern bathrooms fixtures. The enclosed backyard reveals a private outdoor retreat, featuring a yard and patio inlaid with stone pavers, fit for celebrations and barbecues. Built in 1915, this abode features brand-new siding, new windows, new hardwood floors, new paint, updated electrical system. Ideally located near Newton's prestigious schools and public parks, and serviced by public transportion with straightforward access to interstate. A wonderful opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated home in one of Newtion's sought-after neighborhood
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Property History
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Property Timeline
Back On Market
Jul 28, 2026
Active
Status: Active under contract
Jul 23, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: Sam W P. Tse
Office: Denkar Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 07/23/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $899,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,929 | $611,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,929
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$611,900
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1915
Living Area
956 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry
Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,929
Assessed Value
$611,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Public Record Shows The Lot Size Is 2, 400 Sqft, But The House Includes Two Lots Containing 7, 365 Sqft.of Land. Buyer And Buyers Agent Are Responsible For Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
956 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
956 sq ft above grade
FeaturesSkylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, 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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Bungalow
Year Built:
1915
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
3 schools
Fessenden School
0.3 mi
Grades K-09
A-
Franklin School
0.4 mi
|
#187 of 824
|
Score: 55.7
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
320 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#357 of 824
|
Score: 49.0
Improved 144 spots from last year
-9.2 below state avg
372 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.6 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
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#160 of 352
|
Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#94 of 352
|
Score: 50.3
Improved 34 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
635 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
A+
Newton North High School
1.4 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
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.6 mi
|
#179 of 346
|
Score: 53.0
Improved 59 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
1,791 students
Diverse
21 sports
• 1,802 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
B+
Watertown High School
1.6 mi
|
#112 of 346
|
Score: 59.3
Improved 118 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
761 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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43 Taft Ave, Newton MA 02465
Newton, MA 02465
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Sam W P. Tse
Listing Office
Denkar Realty Group
Office Phone
617-792-7871
Agent MLS ID
BB806307
Office MLS ID
AC0429
Listing Data Updated
Aug 4, 2026 9:55 AM EDT
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