1234 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02461
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SOLD
APR 14, 2026

1234 Walnut St
Newton, MA 02461

Newton Highlands
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,232 sqft

$1,100,000

Last Sold: Apr 14, 2026
18% over list $929K
$893/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,610/mo*
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$1,100,000

Last Sold: Apr 14, 2026
18% over list $929K
$893/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,610/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,232 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1944
Living Area
1,232 sqft
Price/Sqft
$893/sqft
Parking
1 Car Garage

About this House

Perfectly positioned just moments from Newton Highlands Village, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy one of Newton’s most sought-after locations! The main level features bright living and dining areas highlighted by a classic wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. A charming rear sunroom leads to a spacious deck overlooking a large fenced backyard—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or pets. Three comfortable bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. With the Green Line T, local shops, restaurants, parks, and village amenities just a stones' throw away, this home combines everyday convenience with the chance to bring your own vision to a fantastic Newton Highlands address.
1234 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02461 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,232 sqft single-family home in Newton Highlands, built in 1944. It last sold for $1,100,000 on Apr 14, 2026 (18% above the $929,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2026 with an asking price of $3,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 23, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,188,000, with a rent estimate of $3,652/month.

Home Details for 1234 Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1232 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Electric BaseboardHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Flooring Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck - WoodFencing: FencedExterior: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Sprinkler System, Fenced YardFoundation: Concrete PerimeterSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Under,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1232

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1944
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: S:52 B:034 L:0004, 694941

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $929,000Price Per Sqft: $893/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Mar 25 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newton
School Information
Elementary School: ZervasJr High / Middle School: Oak HillHigh School: Newton South

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1232 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3966 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73488243Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1232

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathHighway AccessPublic SchoolT-Station
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by The Muncey Group, (617) 905-6445
Compass, (617) 752-6845
Adam Shamus, (617) 852-3170
Bought with: Michelle J. Lane, (617) 584-3904, Michelle Lane Real Estate, (617) 960-0782
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73488243

Price History for 1234 Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
06/23/2026$3,600ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/21/2026$3,600Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/14/2026$1,100,000Sold
MLS PIN #73488243
03/18/2026$929,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73488243
06/10/2004$474,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Newton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.53M
$17.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$619
$17MoM
Available listings
321
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,932
Assessment$707,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1234 Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1297 Walnut St, Newton, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$755,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,019
42 Aberdeen St, Newton, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,456,000
06/24/26
3
2.5
2,096
99 Oakdale Rd, Newton, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$995,000
10/14/25
3
1.5
1,485
123 Walnut Hill Rd, Newton, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
03/26/26
3
1.5
1,840
223 Woodcliff Rd, Newton, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,088,000
09/18/25
3
1.5
1,588
77 Wade St, Newton, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,472,000
04/06/26
3
2.5
2,095
9 Albion Pl, Newton, MA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$1,155,000
08/04/25
3
1.5
1,430
1289 Walnut St, Newton, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,635,000
03/18/26
3
2.5
2,600
250 Woodcliff Rd, Newton, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$945,000
02/04/26
3
2
1,463

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Neighborhood Overview

Newton Highlands
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What Locals Say about Newton Highlands

At least 32 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there are community events

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Jaime S.
    "Lots of places for walking and several dog parks."
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  • Jaime S.
    "Busy during rush hour in morning and evening"
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  • Jaime S.
    "A lot of culture, arts, and good school systems."
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  • Jaime S.
    "Great education that challenges the students."
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  • Kara P.
    "I can't really think of anything negative to say about being a dog owner in Newton. There are many dog parks in areas for dogs to play and walk, as well as a multitude of people who are dog owners."
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  • Kaylyn A.
    "Everything! Tons of dog parks and special paths."
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  • Kaylyn A.
    "It's not a smoothe ride. This town is right outside of Boston so traffic is inevitable. It's not difficult to navigate through as the roads are pretty straight-forward."
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  • Kara P.
    "Directly down the street from my house is the MBTA green line, a central spot easily accessed by all in Newton. So much convenience for people who are able to walk there, hop on the train, and go to Boston or just about anywhere else they want to go."
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  • Kara P.
    "It is a small village of Newton. Everyone here knows one another and it's very similar to a family atmosphere. All our little shops and businesses make for an even tighter bond amoungst us."
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  • Kaylyn A.
    "I have recently moved here from Virginia with my husband. It's a really nice area but a bit pricey. People seem nice here and the food selection is pretty great as well!"
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  • Kara P.
    "Newton Highlands is a very kid orientated town. There are many playgrounds, schools, and community events to take your children to and meet other parents."
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  • Brandy L.
    "There isn't too many dog parks in the area for dogs. There is Crystal Lake close by where they hold children events."
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  • Brandy L.
    "The commute time to Boston is 30 min without traffic. There is also a major interstate highway close by, I-95."
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  • Brandy L.
    "Newton Highlands has ton of family owned restaurants and specialty shops."
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  • Brandy L.
    "It's a safe neighborhood to raise children and has an excellent school system."
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  • Brandy L.
    "There are not too many dog parks in the area. There is Crystal Lake which is nice to bring dogs to."
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  • Brandy L.
    "Beautiful houses and trees. Traffic is not that bad, although currently there is a lot of construction going on."
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  • Brandy L.
    "The area is very close to major highways like I-95. There are also several roads and it's less than a 45 min trip into Boston."
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  • Brandy L.
    "Excellent school systems. A great neighborhood to raise kids."
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  • Brandy L.
    "Crystal Lake is close by for walking dogs."
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  • Brandy L.
    "Beautiful houses, tons of little shops, everything you need is close by."
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  • Brandy L.
    "It's very close to I-95 and major roads to Boston. Traffic is not that bad. The neighbors are very friendly."
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  • Brandy L.
    "It's a great neighborhood to raise children."
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  • Rochelle R.
    "Many walking paths and dog parks. There are a number of groomers and pet stores."
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  • Rochelle R.
    "Lots of traffic lately but relatively easy to get around. Many stores and restaurants nearby."
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  • Rochelle R.
    "We are located within 5 min of all major highways. We are surrounded by stores making it easy to get what you need. It is very pretty here."
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  • Rochelle R.
    "Great school. Lovely community. Eclectic and diverse people."
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  • Derek K.
    "Dog owners would like Cold Spring Park, where there is a fenced in dog park. The trail is also nice to walk, but the dogs must be on leashes."
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  • Derek K.
    "Most people either drive to their jobs or take the T. I live about a 10-minute walk from the T, and there is also the 59 bus."
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  • Derek K.
    "Newton Highlands is fairly small, and I know my neighbors pretty well. We have a small business district with some great stores. We also have a nice park and are pretty well centered in Newton."
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  • Derek K.
    "Newton Highlands is very safe to live in. We have lots of green space and unless you are on the main streets, it is pretty quiet. We have plenty of green spaces."
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  • Emilygelbert
    "It’s a gorgeous suburb but close to transit anywhere and close to stores without living on top of them"
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  • Jeremy M.
    "Green Line T access, walkable to Wholefoods, multiple shops and parks, Newton center, Crystal Lake. Great schools. Easy access to Downtown via the Pike or Route 9. "
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  • Mgjurilla
    "Great neighbors. Great schools. I love that we are close to the T and stores. Public transportation is very accessible. We are closed to all major highways and access ways."
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