Soaring ceilings, elegant details, gracious large rooms, and abundant light fills this historic home set in much sought-after Newton Center. This great beauty is ready for a new chapter. The large front lawn and grounds are filled with mature plantings. 13 rooms, 3 floors, 4 tiled baths, 7 bedrooms, 4 fireplaces, two stairways, all large. A generously sized family room is off the cook’s kitchen in the back of the house has room for all activities. The library was created by a renowned architect and is connected to a large, light filled dining room. The living room is elegant and enormous. The curving stairway in the center hall leads to 5 large bedrooms and two full baths. The attic contains 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room, a full bath. Incredible front door, foyer. Warmed by hot water radiators and cooled with efficient mini-splits. 2 car garage. Steps away from BC law and a sweet stroll to Newton Center, quick access to the Mass Turnpike and Rt 9. Seller is open to buyer compensation
For sale
$2,495,000
983 Centre St, Newton, MA 02459
7beds
4,627sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.57 Acres Lot
$2,418,900 Zestimate®
$539/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generously sized family roomLight filled dining roomLarge front lawnEfficient mini-splitsMature plantingsHot water radiatorsElegant details
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Listing updated: April 24, 2025 at 09:34am
Listed by:
Betsy Millane,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty,
Betsy Millane
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73363608
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet - Linen, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless, Fireplace
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Closet, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Bedroom, Library, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Skylight, Screens
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,627
- Total interior livable area: 4,627 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,627
- Finished area below ground: 1,664
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Foundation area: 1664
- Parcel number: 683396
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greek Revival,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other (See Remarks)
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $539/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,198,200
- Annual tax amount: $21,542
- Date on market: 4/23/2025
- Listing terms: Estate Sale
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