
1175 Centre St Newton — Photo 1 of 40
$2,735,000
1175 Centre St, Newton, MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 — Newton Center
Beds
5
Baths
5
SqFt
6,037
Style
Single Family
Built
1916
LOVE Newton Centre? LIVE Newton Centre! This stately and romantic brick colonial is perched behind Centre Street and affords the unique opportunity to live in privacy within the heart and vibrancy of the city centre. It is tucked between the shops + restaurants at the bottom of its private driveway and the Newton Centre Park, where activities include tennis, baseball, basketball, and the "purple playground". The main level features an open floor plan with spacious rooms for family gatherings and easy access to the large level backyard for entertaining outdoors. The kitchen features 2 of every appliance, 2 sinks + a large bright breakfast room. The 2nd level consists of a master suite with a huge walk in closet and bathroom + 3 more bedrooms and 2 full baths. The 3rd floor has a kitchenette, sitting room + 5th bedroom - perfect for au pair/ guests. There is large finished rec room in the lower level. 2 car dir. entry garage (but you won't need your car!). Recent updates include bluestone patio, paving, underground electrical wires, lighting and painting throughout.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Bike Path
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First27 x 14
Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Dining Room
Lvl First15 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Kitchen
Lvl First23 x 8
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Office
Lvl First24 x 8
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Family Room
Lvl First22 x 15
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second27 x 14
Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second16 x 12
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second13 x 12
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second15 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 5
Lvl Third14 x 13
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Bathroom 3
Lvl SecondBathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
Population
18,449
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$228K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
17.3%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 6,037 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 13,877 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Steinmetz Re Professional Group
Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS® Number: 73578141
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