39 Hillside Ave, Newton, MA 02465
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OFF MARKET

$2,521,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 7 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,539 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

39 Hillside Ave, Newton, MA 02465

West Newton
Est. Refi. Payment $15,000/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 11, 2024 for $1,975,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.52M
Since last month
Decreased$74K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Increased$450K (+21.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$536K (+27.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +77% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.51M
July 2026$2.59M
June 2026$2.68M
May 2026$2.72M
April 2026$2.71M
March 2026$2.76M
February 2026$2.73M
January 2026$2.6M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
40 Greenwood Ave, Newton, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,820,000
07/07/26
7
4.5
4,510
91 Hillside Ave, Newton, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
07/30/26
5
2.5
2,875
22 Regent St, Newton, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
07/10/26
5
3.5
3,848
94 Highland St, Newton, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$3,125,000
06/18/26
5
5.5
5,280
23 Ascenta Ter, Newton, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
06/12/26
5
3.5
2,756
29 Parsons St, West Newton, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
04/03/26
4
4
3,396
140 Mount Vernon St, Newton, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,925,000
11/14/25
5
3.5
2,944
54 Temple St, Newton, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
05/01/26
4
2.5
3,290
14 Wedgewood Rd, Newton, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
04/21/26
5
3.5
2,288
26 Sewall St, Newton, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$3,210,000
04/24/26
5
4
4,445

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
357 Austin St #2, West Newton, MA 02465
0.03
-
3
2
1,725
Off Market
326 Austin St, Newton, MA 02465
0.09
$960,000
2
1.5
1,413
Recently Sold
55 Hillside Ave, Newton, MA 02465
0.04
$2,874,000
7
1.5
4,027
Off Market
68 Chestnut St #3, Newton, MA 02465
0.07
$1,168,000
3
2.5
2,019
Recently Sold
68 Chestnut St #1, West Newton, MA 02465
0.07
$997,800
2
1
1,475
Off Market
68 Chestnut St #5, West Newton, MA 02465
0.07
-
2
1
785
Off Market
68 Chestnut St #4, West Newton, MA 02465
0.07
-
4
3
2,383
Off Market
68 Chestnut St #2, West Newton, MA 02465
0.07
-
2
2
1,279
Off Market
271 Mount Vernon St, Newton, MA 02465
0.12
$2,386,600
5
4.5
4,606
Off Market
79 Chestnut St #2, Newton, MA 02465
0.10
$719,000
2
2
1,155
Recently Sold
4 Hosmer Cir, Newton, MA 02465
0.13
$1,599,000
3
2.5
2,110
Recently Sold

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
1889
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Living Area
4,539 sqft
Price/Sqft
$556
Parking
4 Open Spaces

About this House

This finely crafted Victorian home on West Newton Hill, boasts architecturally interesting details, high quality materials, and a flexible floor plan. The builder of this unique home, a lumber merchant, selected varied and distinctive woods for the flooring and trim work. Other special features include leaded & stained glass windows, pocket doors, wainscoting, curved rooms and multiple fireplaces. The first floor offers flexibility for large-scale entertaining and intimate family gatherings. The grand foyer opens to a gracious living room and banquet-sized dining room. Highlights include an updated spacious eat-in kitchen and a beautiful, light-filled sunroom overlooking the manicured gardens. Via a separate entrance, the third floor provides a valuable extension of the home's functionality - for an apartment, office space, or au pair suite. Convenient to Peirce school, W. Newton Sq with restaurants and shops, commuter bus & train to Boston and Mass Pike. First showings at Open House.
39 Hillside Ave, Newton, MA 02465 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,539 sqft single-family home in West Newton, built in 1889. It last sold for $1,975,000 on Apr 11, 2024 (6% below the $2,099,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,521,500, with a rent estimate of $7,967/month.
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by Gore Lietzke Group, (617) 645-3120
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, (617) 964-1850
Bought with: Chris Vietor Homes, (617) 909-9669, eXp Realty, (888) 854-7493
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73155947

Home Details for 39 Hillside Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4539 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Dining Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile, Flooring Hardwood, Flooring Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring Vinyl
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlatePatio / Porch: Porch, PatioExterior: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Garden, Stone WallFoundation: StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Chandeliers In Dining Room, First Floor Hallway, And Second Floor Bedroom (Round Room)Parcel Number: S:32 B:003 L:0003, 687588

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,099,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Feb 22 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: NewtonCommunity: West Newton Hill
School Information
Elementary School: PeirceJr High / Middle School: Fa DayHigh School: Newton North

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4539 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73155947

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingHighway AccessPublic School

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 11, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73155947
Sold
$1,975,000
Feb 22, 2024
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73162170
Pending
$2,099,000
Feb 14, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73155947
PriceChange
$2,099,000
Price decreased by 2%
Jan 31, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73155947
Listed For Sale
$2,149,000
Nov 22, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73155947
ListingRemoved
$2,149,000

Market trends in Newton

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.59M
$66.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$631
$9MoM
Available listings
261
60MoM

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What Locals Say about West Newton

At least 81 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Soniamgregory
    "Suburban with walkable stores and activities. Easy access to commuter rail into Boston. Great public schools "
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  • Pmellios
    "I grew up in newton. Lots to do! Crystal lake, 4th of July at Fessenden, farmers markets. Nice sense of community and very safe! Now feels more urban but still come back from downtown Boston to visit family on the weekends."
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    "Friendly dog walkers are out and about at all hours. Traffic is pretty slow - no fast speeding vehicles. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe area to live with a family, close to everything and schools are great. Commute to Boston by commuter rail that is quite expensive"
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  • Rebecca
    "My neighborhood is quiet, safe and close to the commuter rail and some restaurants. It’s a very pleasant area."
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  • Rebecca
    "Many people in the neighborhood have dogs and there are some nice places to walk them. A few parks and trails easy to find."
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  • Claire S.
    "Farmers market, moody street, cook restaurant, west newton pizza market, nice neighborhood, safe feeling, cute houses"
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  • Claire S.
    "Nothing comes to mind! They would probably like it. Flat surfaces to walk dogs and friendly neighbors."
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  • Samantha F.
    "Family friendly, great area for walking and exercising. Schools are fantastic. Night life within walking distance."
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  • Rulla T.
    "There are lots of dogs. People are friendly easy to walk dogs. For those with little dogs should be aware of coyotes "
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  • Alexa.shabecoff
    "Very dog friendly , dog owners would like, you so have to drive to the nearest dog park though . That should be enough info"
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  • Cameron C.
    "all kids will be safe and protected, well educated and self defense based . I serve both kids and parents will respect and honor "
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  • Kathy S.
    "Accessible via express bus or trolley. There is also train service but other than rush hour service is infrequent."
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  • Kathy S.
    "Many friendships are made socializing with our dogs. Dog owner met in parks and conservation areas become life long friends. Having a dog in Newton is a great way for new comers to find friends."
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  • Alyson W.
    "Many nearby parks / trails to walk your pup. Sidewalks are everywhere so you don't have to worry about walking in the street. One con is the size of yards. Unless you purchase an expensive home you are unlikely to have a decent space for your dog to use."
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  • Alyson W.
    "West Newton offers a diverse shopping selection. There are numerous shops, many of which are small and owned by locals, where you can find just about anything you're looking for. If you're hungry, you can find just about any food, whether it's Mediterranean, Chinese, BBQ, home style diners, and I could go on!"
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  • Alyson W.
    "I live conveniently close to the Turnpike, making it easy to commute to work each day. Depending on the time of day, there may be traffic but that's common in this location."
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  • Alyson W.
    "It's very safe. I can leave my door unlocked when I'm not home and trust that nothing bad will happen. There's many schools and it's a diverse community."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Lots of dogs, lots of sidewalks and parks."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Convenient to everything, friendly neighborhood, great local restaurants."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Light traffic. Driving to Boston during rush hour is heavy traffic. South down 95 in the morning is easy."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Great schools! Lots of kids around, very kid friendly area."
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  • Christian R.
    "Diversity of backgrounds, commonality of values. We raise our kids together in this neighborhood, we celebrate each other’s wins and losses. We come out to catch up in the middle of the street on weeknight evenings and weekend afternoons, and we plan events like July 4th together, since the city fireworks show is part of an evening stroll around our block. "
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  • Jane L.
    "It is a lovely community with friendly people. A very family-oriented location."
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  • Jane L.
    "Accessible to all major highways: rte. 9, rte. 128/95, Mass Pike."
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  • Jane L.
    "This a very family oriented community with great schools."
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  • Aaron S.
    "We have some of the best schools. We are also able to commute to Boston quickly."
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  • Aaron S.
    "Busy, the streets are not well-paved. So the commute is bumpy and dangerous."
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  • Aaron S.
    "That it is expensive to live here. It is a liberal bubble politically."
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  • liv
    "I have lived in Newton my entire life I love it , people are friendly and I love going to The Fessenden School Campus to watch the fireworks on the 4th of July"
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  • Rebecca M. B.
    "Iv lived here for 4 years it’s super safe friendly accessible with lots to do the only thing I’d say it’s lacking is clothing stores but there’s plenty or supermarkets and restaurants and bars and everything els I walk my dog sometimes at 2am because I’m a bartender and get home late and never have felt scared or in danger I meet lots of neighbors outside cause everyone seems to have a dog and has to walk them cause there’s no fences in yards so it’s nice cause you get to know people I love it "
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  • Artod
    "Great safe neighborhood. Easily walk to west newton square and best school systems. Quiet neighborhood yet lots of families with kids playing outdoors. We usually leave our cars unlocked and feel safe doing so. "
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  • Jack a.
    "Shopping. Schools. Tennis courts. Public swimming pool. Movie theater shops and restaurants. Public transportation (communter train and busses) are all within walking distance."
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  • Bdar66
    "We love our neighborhood! Lots of families, a good mix of different types of people. I have kids in Franklin and we are pleased with our experience with this school. We love being walking distance to Gath Pool and the fireworks on the fourth. West Newton Square is great place to walk for a date night or a Saturday morning movie with the kids. It is a good blend of city and town feel, with a lot of intellectuals, academics, and just super interesting people for neighbors."
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  • lola
    " very safe - great schools - walk to grocery stores - pharmacies - restaurants - parks "
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Frequently asked questions about 39 Hillside Ave

  • What is 39 Hillside Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 39 Hillside Ave in Newton, MA is $2,521,500.
  • What is the price history for 39 Hillside Ave?
    39 Hillside Ave in Newton, MA last sold for $1,975,000 in April 2024.
  • Is Newton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newton is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newton?
    The median sale price in Newton is $1.59M. That is up $66.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 39 Hillside Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 39 Hillside Ave in Newton, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 39 Hillside Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 39 Hillside Ave in Newton, MA has in-unit laundry.

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