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1289 Walnut St, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461 • Newton Highlands
$1,525,000
Est. $8,969/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,600
Sq Ft
$587
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1928
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
4
Days on Market
Active Listed Jan 28, 2026 • MLS# 73472199 Copied!

About this home

Move-in ready, updated 3-bed, 2.5-bath home .3 miles to the Green line & blocks from soon-to-be-open new Countryside Elementary School. On the corner of a dead end St. The heart of the home is a stunning chef’s kitchen that opens to the dining room, ideal for entertaining. Highlights include an oversized island, Viking gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine fridge, & French doors leading to a new deck. The main level also features a living rm w/ gas fireplace, an office w/ custom built-ins, a half bath, & a lg mudroom. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a recently updated bath w/ soaking tub, while two additional bedrooms share a full bath w/ a walk-in steam shower. Enjoy outdoor living on the charming farmer’s porch with a swing, perfect for relaxing, overlooking the fenced-in yard. Finished lower level offers additional living space & storage. 2025 boiler & 2023 AC. Ideally located near shopping, Newton Highlands Village center, and T, offering easy access to the city.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,600 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1928
Living Area 2,600 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Heat Pump, Dual
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features Closet, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding, Cabinets - Upgraded, Mud Room, Office, Wired For Sound, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Craftsman
Roof Shingle

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $12,696
Assessed Value $1,295,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding, Cabinets - Upgraded, Mud Room, Office, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Craftsman
Year Built: 1928
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition: Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Heat Pump, Dual
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room

Location

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Neighborhood

Newton Highlands

1289 Walnut St, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461

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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
Solomon Schechter Day School
1.9 mi
Grades K-08
Newton Country Day School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Chestnut Hill School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Brimmer + May School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Learning Prep School
2.5 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
2.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.7 mi
Grades K-06
Fessenden School
2.9 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
0.8 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
0.9 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+
Bigelow Middle School
2.7 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
2.8 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
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
0.9 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
A+
Newton North High School
1.9 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
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Property History

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Current Status: Active
Feb 1, 2026
$1,525,000
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Listed for Sale
Jan 28, 2026
$1,525,000

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 28, 2026 New Listing Added $1,525,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$587

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $12,696 $1,295,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,696
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,295,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Baker Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Agent MLS ID TM308145
Office MLS ID BB5962
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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