262 River St, Newton MA 02465
Newton, MA 02465 • West Newton
$850,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$999,900
Final Sale Price:
$850,000
Difference:
$149,900 (-15.0%)
Performance Metrics
85.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
43
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,023
Sale $/sq ft:
$870
This property sold for $870 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 15.0% below the original asking price.
The property spent 43 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 16 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$870/sq ft
Area Median
$467/sq ft
Difference
+86.1%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Unique opportunity for investors, builders or contractors! Almost 12,000 sq ft of land with very wide frontage. Terrific West Newton location, this is a rare offering with flexibility and a part of Newton that is busy w/new construction. The lot can accommodate a new single family home up to 4500 Sq Ft. Plot plan & allowable FAR guidelines are attached to the listing. Zoned as an SR3, the property provides close proximity to Waltham, Burr Elementary School, the Mass Pike, 128 and West Newton Commuter Rail and shops.
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Property History
Market Insights
73.8%
Price Range
44
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73550545
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 16, 2026
$3,250,000
MLS #73550545 - Active
Sold
May 20, 2024
$850,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 44
Listed for Sale
Feb 28, 2024
$880,000
Original listing
Agent: Judy Korzenowski
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,250,000 | - | - | MLS #73550545 - Active |
| 05/20/2024 | ✓ Sold | $850,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/28/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $880,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,348 | $623,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,348
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$623,600
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1830
Living Area
977 sq ft
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,348
Assessed Value
$623,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
This Home Is Primarily Being Sold For The Land. See Mls Listing # 73206660
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Yellow
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
44 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
977 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (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:
Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1830
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, 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
10 schools
Learning Prep School
0.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
0.9 mi
Grades K-09
Dearborn Academy School
2.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.2 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
3.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
3.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
4.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
4.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.9 mi
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.2 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
2.8 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
3.9 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
4.0 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
Clearway School
2.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
3.5 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.7 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
3.9 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
West Newton
262 River St, Newton MA 02465
Newton, MA 02465
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Judy Korzenowski
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Office Phone
617-969-2447
Agent MLS ID
BB815519
Office MLS ID
AN6227
Listing Data Updated
May 20, 2024 3:34 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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