56 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
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SOLD
AUG 24, 2026

$1,424,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,961 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

56 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458

Newtonville
Est. Refi. Payment $8,858/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 24, 2026 for $1,425,000 (6% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.43M
Since last month
Decreased$42K (-2.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$194K (-12%)
Since last sale
$300 (0%)
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 +41% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.42M
August 2026$1.42M
July 2026$1.47M
June 2026$1.66M
April 2026$1.67M
March 2026$1.64M
February 2026$1.56M
January 2026$1.54M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
68 Vernon St, Newton, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,175,000
08/20/26
3
1.5
1,740
34 Langdon St, Newton, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$970,000
09/14/26
3
2
1,308
36 Maple Ave, Newton, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,540,000
07/15/26
4
3
2,936
21 Lewis St, Newton, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,128,000
11/20/25
3
1.5
1,563
655 Centre St, Newton, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,675,000
11/24/25
5
3.5
3,452
106 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
05/13/26
3
1.5
1,877
84 Fairmont Ave, Newton, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,160,000
05/28/26
4
3
4,214
8 Hollis St, Newton, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$880,000
11/07/25
5
4.5
3,899
65 Shornecliffe Rd, Newton, MA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
2,286

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
32 Newtonville Ave, Newton, MA 02458
0.05
-
6
6.5
6,643
Off Market
68 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.02
$1,691,500
4
3.5
2,228
Off Market
24 Newtonville Ave, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
-
6
7
6,846
Off Market
47 Newtonville Ave #3, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
$699,000
2
1
1,014
For Sale
13 Mount Ida Ter #13, Newton, MA 02458
0.04
$890,000
5
3.5
2,401
Recently Sold
29-31 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
-
4
2
2,506
Off Market
17-19 Newtonville Ave #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.09
-
3
2
2,161
Off Market
17 Newtonville Ave #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.09
$1,066,400
4
2
2,115
Off Market
25-27 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.08
-
4
2
2,608
Off Market
33-33A Wesley St #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.09
-
3
3
1,655
Off Market
36 Maple Ave, Newton, MA 02458
0.09
$1,540,000
4
3
2,936
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1880
0.31 acre lot
1,961 sqft
$727/sqft
Garage

About this House

Delightful Arts and Crafts style Bungalow perched on a knoll on a dead-end, tree-lined side street in Newton Corner. Gorgeous and unusual original craftsman details throughout. Large living room with fireplace, dining room with bay-window and pantry connects to remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances, eating bar, cooking island, dining area and exterior access to patio and huge rear yard. Half bath on main level. Second floor has 3 bedrooms and study (used to be 4 bedrooms but a wall was taken down to create study). Modern full bathroom. Sky-lit primary bedroom, and laundry on this level. Basement has plenty of storage, and modern utilities and equipment. Hi-efficiency heating and AC systems. Two-car detached garage. Lot is over 13,600sf in an MR1 zone. Expansion possibilities or second attached unit might be built. Buyers to do due diligence. Convenient to the Pike, express bus, Newton Corner. Great commuter location. Fantastic opportunity.
56 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,961 sqft single-family home in Newtonville, built in 1880. It last sold for $1,425,000 on Aug 24, 2026 (6% above the $1,350,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,424,900, with a rent estimate of $4,530/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Ezra Stillman, (617) 721-7007
Hammond Residential Real Estate, (617) 731-4644
Amy Stillman, (508) 272-3972
Bought with: George LeBlanc, (617) 840-2322, Cameron Real Estate Group, (781) 486-3180
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73524268

Home Details for 56 Bennington St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types 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): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1961 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker ConnectionAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice MakerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Second FloorRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Picture, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Wood, Tile, Flooring Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch - Enclosed, PatioExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden, Stone WallFoundation: StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: Public, Dead EndResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1961

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1880
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow,Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Diningroom Chandelier, Second Floor Curtains, Some Garden Plants.Parcel Number: 682868

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,350,000Price Per Sqft: $727/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 29 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newton
School Information
Elementary School: UnderwoodJr High / Middle School: BigelowHigh School: North

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1961 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73524268Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1961

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPublic SchoolSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 24, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73524268
Sold
$1,425,000
May 29, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73524268
Pending
$1,350,000
May 26, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73524268
Listed For Sale
$1,350,000
Jun 24, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,000,000
May 4, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$849,000

Market trends in Newton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.5M
$84.2KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$618
$14MoM
Available listings
232
29MoM

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What Locals Say about Newtonville

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  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's wildlife

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say there are community events

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    "Great neighborhood. Walking to distance to everything; schools, groceries, restaurants, fast food, commuter rail and buses. People are out and about and friendly. Streets are safe. "
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    "various parks and places to walk you pet. must keep the dog on a leash always remember to clean up, you could be fined"
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  • Katherine
    "The is the dog park close and also Pooch hotel (doggie daycare & boarding) near by. There is also a huge park where we walk around quite a lot. Our dog never gets tired of it! "
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    "There are both off leash parks and designated area parks. I do not own a dog so I cannot speak too much. Also there are coyotes and wild turkeys which may be dangerous to small dogs."
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  • Gloria L.
    "People have a high level of education, while being down to earth and are very family oriented. We love the proximity to the Mass Pike which makes it easy to get to Boston or anywhere to the West also. Neighbors are friendly and involved in the school system and the town politics."
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  • Shayne B.
    "Tons of places to walk your dog that are safe and easy to get to."
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    "It has a suburban feel with a lot of the convenience of city life."
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    "Newtonville has good schools and tons of parks where kids can play."
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    "It’s a suburban hamlet in close proximity to the thriving beat of Boston. Close to Fenway Park, close to the Celtics and Bruins, Patriots to the south and easy access to highways north and west, this is the epicenter of where it all happens!"
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  • Jenna T.
    "There are nice dog parks and other areas to take your dog."
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  • Jenna T.
    "Our main street has unique restaurants that let you enjoy all kinds of cuisine. It is a fun place to wander around."
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    "Newtonville is super accessible, right off the highway."
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    "Newtonville has great opportunities for kids to participate in sports and has a lot of little neighborhood groups of friends."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "This is a dog-friendly area. There is a nice dog park that is well maintained and not very crowded. You can access the Comm Ave Carriage Road or Charles River paths for long walks. There are also several large parks nearby."
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    "It is beautiful and populated by down-to-earth people."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "It can be difficult getting in and out of this neighborhood during rush hour, but most of the time there is no traffic or it is minimal. Very easy access to Mass Pike and Boston."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "Newton public schools are great. There are many families in the neighborhood. There's also a large public library."
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    "Great neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly and civil, great schools, supportive community. Generally well to do, educated."
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    "Walk to commuter train, Shaws, Trader Joe's, Wholefoods, Newton Free Library and many other stores in Newtonville."
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Frequently asked questions about 56 Bennington St

  • What is 56 Bennington St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 56 Bennington St in Newton, MA is $1,424,900.
  • What is the price history for 56 Bennington St?
    56 Bennington St in Newton, MA last sold for $1,425,000 in August 2026.
  • Is Newton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newton is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newton?
    The median sale price in Newton is $1.5M. That is down $84.2K from the prior month.
  • Does 56 Bennington St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 56 Bennington St in Newton, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 56 Bennington St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 56 Bennington St in Newton, MA has in-unit laundry.

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