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262 River St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465 • West Newton
$850,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
977
Sq Ft
$870
Price/Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
1830
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
43
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 28, 2024 • MLS# 73206459 Copied! • Updated May 20, 2024

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 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$870/sq ft
Area Average
$298/sq ft
Difference
+191.6%

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

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
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,348
Assessed Value $623,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures This Home Is Primarily Being Sold For The Land. See Mls Listing # 73206660
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
For Sale
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
977 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

Room Details

Other Floor

Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bathroom1
Bedroom2
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Dining Room
Bedroom3
Living Room
Family Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Master Bathroom
No

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
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
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
M

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
H

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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