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70 Sumner St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$9,500
Est. $248/month
7
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,518
Sq Ft
$3
Price/Sq Ft
8,226
Lot Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
12 hours 39 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73498194 Copied!

About this home

Beautifully renovated Victorian just half a mile from Newton Center, the T, shops, and restaurants, offering the ease of village living in a sought-after neighborhood. This elegant home blends timeless character with modern updates. The first floor features formal living and dining rooms, a welcoming family room, gracious foyer, powder room, and a spacious eat-in kitchen with access to a large deck, ideal for entertaining. The upper floors include seven bedrooms, three baths, and a dedicated office, providing exceptional flexibility. Original details are thoughtfully preserved alongside extensive renovations. Highlights include a radiant-heated mudroom with custom cubbies, energy-efficient windows, first-floor laundry, professional landscaping, and a deep front porch. With major system upgrades and a new Sub-Zero refrigerator, this home offers historic charm, modern comfort, and an outstanding location.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,518 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1899
Living Area 3,518 sq ft
Lot Size 8,226 sq ft
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Central, Electric Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling None
Flooring Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Closet, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Bedroom, Home Office, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

No financial details available

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Bedroom, Home Office, Mud Room
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Central, Electric Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Location

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Neighborhood

Newton Center

70 Sumner St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

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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
0.7 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Dearborn Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
Brimmer + May School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Fessenden School
2.1 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.1 mi
Grades K-08
M

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+
Oak Hill Middle School
1.8 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
1.9 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
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.9 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.1 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
1.6 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

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Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$9,500
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Eagar Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 8, 2026 New Listing Added $9,500 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
12 hours 39 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$3

Tax History

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Listing Information

Listing Agent Kevin Eagar
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID CT009346
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated Apr 8, 2026 1:46 PM EDT
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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