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Single Family Residence at 575 Chestnut Street, Newton MA 02468, Newton
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$1,698,000

575 Chestnut Street, Newton MA 02468
Newton, MA 02468
Listed by The Margie and Jon Team
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
2,771 sqft
Year built
1920

About this home

Waban! Nestled in a highly desirable and exceptionally convenient neighborhood, this gracious Colonial offers timeless character, generous living spaces and wonderful versatility on approximately one-third of an acre. A tiled vestibule framed by full-length sidelights provides a welcoming introduction to the home. The inviting interior features well-proportioned rooms and a spacious eat-in kitchen with a substantial center island and cooktop, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Three generously sized bedrooms include a lovely primary suite featuring a walk-in closet illuminated by two expansive windows and an en suite bath with a classic clawfoot tub, separate shower, double sinks and charming arched windows. An exceptional feature of this home is the flexibility of the home office which offers a separate waiting area with built-in bookshelves and its own private entrance, an ideal arrangement for working from home, meeting with clients or creating a private professional space. Set on a beautiful 13,537 square foot lot, the property offers a wonderful combination of indoor comfort and outdoor space in one of Newton’s most sought-after villages. Enjoy close proximity to Waban Square with its shops, restaurants, neighborhood amenities, Angier Elementary as well as the school bus pick up and drop off for Brown and NSHS. Near Cold Spring Park, Mass General Brigham Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and the Riverside D Line for convenient access into Boston. Commuting by car? Route 9, the Mass Pike and Route 95 are quite close! A special opportunity to enjoy classic Colonial architecture, flexible living and an outstanding location!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
73579711
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Waban
Status
Active
Days on market
6
On market date
September 18, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
6
Lot size
0.31 acres

Location

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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Zervas
0.38 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
422
Student:teacher ratio
12.1:1
District
Newton
Middle
F A Day Middle
2.03 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
934
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Newton
High
Newton North High
1.41 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,098
Student:teacher ratio
10.9:1
District
Newton

Walkability

Blended score for Newton's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

60
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
11.0 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Nearby-amenity density
68 / 100
Restaurants & cafes5
Grocery stores1
Parks11
Schools15
Transit stops20
Pharmacies2

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Newton, from live MLS data.

On the market 6 days -- 89 fewer days than Newton's current average of 95 days.
For reference, the median list price across 778 active listings in Newton right now is $899,000.

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$339,600 down
$1,358,400 loan
Principal & interest$8,811
Property tax (est.)$1,415
Home insurance (est.)$150

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