FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelThird
524 Ward St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$3,695,000
$3,595,000
Est. $20,285/month
About this home
Situated on an exceptional 16,254 sq. ft. level lot in the heart of Newton Centre, this beautifully renovated 5–6 bedroom, 5.5 bath residence offers generous living space and remarkable versatility. Sun-filled rooms and a thoughtful floor plan create an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, the heart of the home, while formal living and dining rooms provide elegant gathering spaces. A private office, mudroom, and half bath complete the main level. The upper floors feature a luxurious primary suite, spacious secondary bedrooms, and flexible accommodations ideal for guests, home offices, study, or multigenerational living. A finished lower level offers additional recreation, fitness, media, and work-from-home space. Expansive outdoor grounds and a coveted Newton Centre location near village shops, restaurants, parks, top-rated schools, Boston, and Cambridge complete this exceptional offering.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
2.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jun 24, 2026
$3,595,000
$50,000
(-1.37%)
From $3,645,000 to $3,595,000 (-1.4%)
Price Reduced
May 21, 2026
$3,645,000
$50,000
(-1.35%)
From $3,695,000 to $3,645,000 (-1.4%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 18, 2026
$3,695,000
Original listing
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,595,000 | $50,000 | - | From $3,645,000 to $3,595,000 (-1.4%) |
| 05/21/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,645,000 | $50,000 | - | From $3,695,000 to $3,645,000 (-1.4%) |
| 03/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,883 | $2,335,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$22,883
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,335,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
5,573 sq ft
Lot Size
0.37 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
5
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
18
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Bamboo, Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/dryer, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
3
Basement
Full, Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
Features
Closet, Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Home Office-separate Entry, Play Room, Media Room, Study, Mud Room, Central Vacuum, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Storage, Sprinkler System, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street
Total Spaces
10
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$22,883
Assessed Value
$2,335,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Is The Agent. Stucco Siding Completed In Fall 2025. Interior Painted In 2026
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
biege
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Include all 4 levels. Does not include the two-car garage
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
108 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
5,573 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,021 sq ft above grade
1,552 sq ft below grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 17
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 14
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 17
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 17
FeaturesChair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
LevelFirst
FeaturesDining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Second Dishwasher, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
LevelMain,First
Dimensions17 x 12
FeaturesExterior Access, Recessed Lighting
LevelFirst
FeaturesOpen Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 13
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting
LevelBasement
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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:
Tile, Vinyl, Bamboo, Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Closet, Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Home Office-Separate Entry, Play Room, Media Room, Study, Mud Room, Central Vacuum, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Storage, Sprinkler System, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
10
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, University
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
0.6 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Dearborn Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.3 mi
Grades K-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Fessenden School
1.9 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.2 mi
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.3 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
1.7 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
1.9 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
2.0 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
2.4 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.1 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.8 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
1.8 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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Newton Center
524 Ward St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
CN217015
Office MLS ID
AN6392
Listing Data Updated
Jul 4, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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