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1175 Centre St Newton — Photo 1 of 40

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.

Open Houses

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$453/sqft
Local Avg (Newton)$557/sqft
19% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$2,735,000
Annual Taxes$23,908

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms14
Fireplaces2
FlooringTile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Oil
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofSlate
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningSR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.32
SqFt Lot13,877
Lot Features--

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Bike Path

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Bedroom 5
Second
Primary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenOfficeFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

27 x 14

Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Dining Room
Lvl First

15 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen
Lvl First

23 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 First

24 x 8

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Family Room
Lvl First

22 x 15

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second

27 x 14

Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

16 x 12

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

13 x 12

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

15 x 12

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 5
Lvl Third

14 x 13

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

Bathroom - 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 Provided By

Listing Agent: Steinmetz Re Professional Group

Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

MLS® Number: 73578141

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