579 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458
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$2,325,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,519 sqft

579 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458

Newtonville
Est. Mortgage $13,825/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
$661/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Beautifully updated and thoughtfully enhanced, this Newton residence blends timeless architectural character with modern comfort, flexible living, and exceptional outdoor appeal. A welcoming main level offers an easy, light-filled flow for everyday living and entertaining, with refined finishes, custom details, and inviting gathering spaces that feel both polished and practical. The kitchen and living areas connect naturally, creating a comfortable setting for hosting, relaxing, or enjoying quiet time at home, while the home’s distinctive original wine cellar adds a memorable touch of character and history.The finished lower level brings outstanding versatility and is thoughtfully positioned as a potential ADU-style suite, offering sleeping quarters, a full bath, an additional laundry area, comfortable living space, sitting or office area, and its own separate entrance. This flexible layout creates meaningful options for extended stays, work-from-home needs, or independent living arrangements while remaining connected to the main residence.A detached two-bay garage further expands the property’s functionality. Above the garage, a private-entry flex space with half bath offers an ideal setting for a professional office or consultation space separate from the home—well suited for uses such as a psychiatrist, CPA, attorney, consultant, creative studio, or quiet retreat. Dual driveways provide exceptional parking convenience and help support the property’s rare combination of flexibility and accessibility.Outdoors, the fenced yard offers room to enjoy, unwind, and entertain. The current owners have elevated the grounds with professionally designed and installed front and side gardens, thoughtfully planted to bloom throughout the year and enhanced by landscape lighting that creates beautiful curb appeal by day and a warm, welcoming glow in the evening.Located in a highly ranked Newton school community, with Niche ranking Newton #3 for Best Public Schools in Massachusetts and Newton North among the top public high schools in the state, the home is also just .4 miles to express bus service to Boston, offering convenient access for commuters and city outings. This property presents a compelling blend of style, versatility, parking, garden design, school access, transit convenience, and in-town living.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing courtesy of The Presti Group, (617) 964-7776
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 604-4115
Marie Presti, (617) 620-6948
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73564186
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Home Details for 579 Centre St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3519 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric DryerAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Second FloorMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas,DuctlessHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Picture, ScreensFlooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood, Flooring Vinyl, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle MetalPatio / Porch: Deck - Exterior, PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Guest HouseExterior: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Guest House, Stone WallFoundation: BlockSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Insulated,Carriage Shed,Oversized,Paved Drive,Off Street,Driveway,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2542Finished Area (below surface): 977

Days on Market

Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial,Contemporary,Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:0012 B:0021 L:0003, 682815

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,325,000Price Per Sqft: $661

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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Location

Direction & Address
City: Newton
School Information
Elementary School: Underwood ElementaryJr High / Middle School: Bigelow MiddleHigh School: Newton North

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73564186

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3519 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6247 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73564186Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2542

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityHighway AccessHouse of WorshipMarinaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolUniversitySidewalks

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Neighborhood Overview

Newtonville
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What Locals Say about Newtonville

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Shermaderma
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "Wonderful city. Safest of its size in the whole country. First class schools, wonderful library, convenient shopping, lots of restaurants. Newton is called the garden city because of the extensive trees found everywhere."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice neighborhood, very quiet, good school district, access to public transportation and restaurants."
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  • Babpta
    "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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  • EO
    "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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  • Shayne B.
    "It has a suburban feel with a lot of the convenience of city life."
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  • Shayne B.
    "There are lots of traffic lights, but the traffic in my area is not too bad."
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  • Shayne B.
    "Newtonville has good schools and tons of parks where kids can play."
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  • Attybsk
    "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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  • Jenna T.
    "Newtonville is super accessible, right off the highway."
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  • Jenna T.
    "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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  • Stephanie C.
    "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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  • Ebruoral1
    "Great neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly and civil, great schools, supportive community. Generally well to do, educated."
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  • Ebruoral1
    "Lived in the neighborhood for more than 10 years, has all the comforts that a neighborhood can have. Nice people, cared for houses, friendly atmosphere, great schools with parent involvement."
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  • Bernardo G.
    "Walk to commuter train, Shaws, Trader Joe's, Wholefoods, Newton Free Library and many other stores in Newtonville."
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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.27M
Since last month
Increased$163K (+7.7%)
Since last year
Increased$72K (+3.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$172K (+8.2%)
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 +199% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.27M
August 2026$2.41M
July 2026$2.11M
June 2026$2.13M
May 2026$2.14M
April 2026$2.13M
March 2026$2.09M
February 2026$2.04M
January 2026$2M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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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
97 Eldredge St, Newton, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$2,180,000
06/26/26
5
2.5
3,183
655 Centre St, Newton, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,675,000
11/24/25
5
3.5
3,452
46 Converse Ave, Newton, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$2,091,000
05/15/26
5
4.5
3,800
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
07/10/26
5
3.5
2,686
642 Centre St, Newton, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,175,000
03/17/26
5
5.5
6,111
216 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,910,000
08/10/26
5
3.5
4,132
327 Franklin St, Newton, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$2,687,500
06/25/26
6
4.5
5,044
47 Cotton St, Newton, MA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
06/30/26
4
3.5
3,278
28 Laudholm Rd, Newton, MA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,787,000
10/17/25
3
3.5
3,130
84 Fairmont Ave, Newton, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$2,160,000
05/28/26
4
3
4,214

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8-10 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.04
$2,350,000
13
8
6,925
Recently Sold
25-27 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.03
-
4
2
2,608
Off Market
29-31 Bennington St, Newton, MA 02458
0.04
-
4
2
2,506
Off Market
24 Newtonville Ave, Newton, MA 02458
0.06
-
6
7
6,846
Off Market
292 Franklin St, Newton, MA 02458
0.10
$3,525,000
5
5.5
5,541
Recently Sold
549 Centre St #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
$426,500
1
1
522
Off Market
549 Centre St #4, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
$422,400
1
1
718
Off Market
549 Centre St #3, Newton, MA 02458
0.07
$444,200
1
1
701
Off Market
327 Franklin St, Newton, MA 02458
0.08
$2,687,500
6
4.5
5,044
Recently Sold
17-19 Newtonville Ave #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.06
-
3
2
2,161
Off Market
17 Newtonville Ave #2, Newton, MA 02458
0.06
$1,066,400
4
2
2,115
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73564186
Listed For Sale
$2,325,000
Mar 19, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73157120
Sold
$2,100,000
Nov 14, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73157120
Contingent
$2,250,000
Oct 25, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73157120
PriceChange
$2,250,000
Price decreased by 4%
Sep 8, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73157120
Listed For Sale
$2,348,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

The Presti Group, Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 604-4115
Agent Phone: (617) 964-7776
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Frequently asked questions about 579 Centre St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 579 Centre St?
    Based on a $2,325,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 579 Centre St in Newton, MA is approximately $14,318 (about $12,286 principal & interest, $1,957 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 579 Centre St compare to homes in Newton?
    579 Centre St in Newton, MA is listed at $2,325,000, about 47% above the $1.59M median sale price in Newton.
  • What do residents say about the Newtonville neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Newtonville neighborhood in Newton, MA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to grocery stores. See homes for sale in Newtonville, Newton.
  • What are the closest schools to 579 Centre St?
    The closest schools to 579 Centre St in Newton, MA are Bigelow Middle School (rated 9/10), Newton North High School (rated 10/10), Underwood Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 579 Centre St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 579 Centre St in Newton, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 579 Centre St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 579 Centre St in Newton, MA has in-unit laundry.
579 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,519 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 579 Centre St is located in Newtonville, Newton. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Aug 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73564186.