Newton market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Newton, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 8, 2026.
Currently for sale in Newton
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Recently sold in Newton
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.






Popular neighborhoods in Newton
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Newton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.2:1
- District
- Newton
- Enrollment
- 934
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.6:1
- District
- Newton
- Enrollment
- 2,098
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
- District
- Newton
Commute
Real drive time from Newton's center to Downtown Boston.
Current Weather
Live conditions in Newton, from Boston, Logan International Airport.
Cities near Newton
Newton real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Newton right now?+
There are currently 844 active listings in Newton, Massachusetts, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Newton?+
The median list price for active listings in Newton is $952,500. Homes are spending an average of 97 days on market.
Is Newton's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Newton have fallen 2.1% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Newton?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Newton are Waban, West Newton Hill, Newton Centre.
What schools serve Newton?+
The closest public schools to Newton's center are Mason-Rice, F A Day Middle, Newton North High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Newton walkable?+
Newton's center has a walkability score of 90 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.
What is the commute like from Newton?+
The typical drive from Newton's center to Downtown Boston is about 21 minutes (10.9 miles).