Own a piece of Newton history in the heart of vibrant Upper Falls. This welcoming Cape-style home, once a Revolutionary-era stagecoach stop, is set on a level 12,000+ SqFt lot & filled with timeless character.The main level offers a stunning living room with original wood-beamed ceilings, & wood-burning fireplace. A spacious, sun-filled family room with vaulted ceilings opens directly to the patio, creating a natural flow for easy entertaining. The main level also features a primary bedroom with a fireplace, a full bath, laundry, & an updated kitchen with an inviting sitting area. Upstairs are 2 additional bedrooms & a half bath. Lovingly maintained and full of potential, this home offers a great opportunity to enhance or expand. **A bonus to this property is the detached accessory apartment, renovated in 2017 from a former garage. Offering over 550 SqFt of permitted living space with a full kitchen, bathroom & vaulted ceiling. It's perfect as a rental, guest suite, or home office.
Sold for $1,250,000 on 07/02/25
$1,250,000
1224 Boylston St, Newton, MA 02464
3beds
1,628sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1825
0.29 Acres Lot
$1,250,100 Zestimate®
$768/sqft
$5,432 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 03, 2025 at 04:28am
Listed by:
Karen Chinitz,
Engel & Volkers Wellesley
Bought with:
Timothy Pi
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73375786
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 128
- Dimensions: 16 x 8
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 200
- Dimensions: 20 x 10
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Bathroom - Full, First Floor
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Accessory Apt.
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wood Laminate
- Basement: Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,628
- Total interior livable area: 1,628 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,628
- Finished area below ground: 540
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Other
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 693449
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1825
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability
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