737 Chestnut St, Newton, MA 02468
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OFF MARKET

737 Chestnut St
Newton, MA 02468

Waban
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,854 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$2,694,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,179/mo*
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$2,694,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,179/mo*
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5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,854 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

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
1928
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Living Area
2,854 sqft
Price/Sqft
$944
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome home to Waban! Beautiful 5bed/3.5bath center-entrance colonial features front-to-back living room w/ fireplace & built-ins w/ light-filled office/den, formal dining, decorative moldings & gorgeous wainscoting. Home has been lovingly maintained & expanded w/ a seamless 2-story addition (2013) to create a spacious family room with open floor plan into the kitchen area w/ a breakfast bar, as well as laundry, mudroom space & ½ bath. Upstairs find a gracious primary suite w/ updated bath & two closets, ceiling fan, and bonus sitting room, plus 3/4 additional bedrooms and two more full baths. The 5th bedroom is a walk-thru office to the rear 2bed/1bath, which is perfect as its own "wing" & can be accessed by 2nd rear staircase. Central A/C & hardwood floors throughout, plentiful basement storage & 2-car garage. Enjoy your private outdoor garden oasis w/ mature shrubs & trees on sprawling 13K+ sq ft lot. Convenient location minutes to Waban Village, the T and Route 9/95. Must see!
737 Chestnut St, Newton, MA 02468 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,854 sqft single-family home in Waban, built in 1928. It last sold for the $1,795,000 asking price on Aug 9, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,694,100, with a rent estimate of $6,833/month.

Home Details for 737 Chestnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types 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: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2854 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,First FloorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Steam,Oil,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, PatioExterior: Porch, PatioFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Detached,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: All Sellers' Personal BelongingsParcel Number: S:53 B:027 L:0013, 695751

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,795,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jun 21 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: NewtonCommunity: Waban
School Information
Elementary School: AngierJr High / Middle School: BrownHigh School: Newton South

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2854 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, UniversityNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73251293

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityBike PathConservation AreaHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-StationUniversity
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Fleet Homes Group, (617) 831-1099
Keller Williams Realty, (617) 969-9000
Bought with: Karen Yu, (617) 335-2372, Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC, (617) 335-2372
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73251293

Price History for 737 Chestnut St

DatePriceEventSource
08/09/2024$1,800,000Sold
MLS PIN #73251293
06/19/2024$1,795,000ContingentMLS PIN #73251293
06/12/2024$1,795,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73251293
12/21/1992$277,000Sold
N/A
01/30/1992$295,000Sold
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$17,046
Assessment$1,739,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 737 Chestnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
787 Chestnut St, Newton, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,740,000
08/14/25
4
2.5
2,520
5 Southwick Rd, Newton, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,425,000
10/14/25
4
3.5
4,364
34 Larchmont Ave, Newton, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,350,000
05/18/26
5
4.5
4,701
513 Chestnut St, Newton, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,975,000
12/02/25
5
3.5
2,821
80 Pine Ridge Rd, Newton, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$2,445,000
01/02/26
5
4.5
4,183
5 Mayflower Ter, Newton, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$2,012,500
09/26/25
5
3.5
3,000
120 Collins Rd, Newton, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$2,399,000
12/04/25
4
2.5
3,230
110 Avalon Rd, Newton, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$2,499,000
06/22/26
5
5.5
4,607
116 Winslow Rd, Newton, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,668,000
06/01/26
4
2.5
2,439
69 Karen Rd, Newton, MA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$2,153,000
05/28/26
3
2.5
2,197

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Neighborhood Overview

Waban
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What Locals Say about Waban

At least 18 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say car is needed

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say there are community events

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

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Frequently asked questions about 737 Chestnut St

  • What is 737 Chestnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 737 Chestnut St in Newton, MA is $2,694,100.
  • What is the price history for 737 Chestnut St?
    737 Chestnut St in Newton, MA last sold for $1,800,000 in August 2024.
  • 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 $1.53M. That is up $17.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 737 Chestnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 737 Chestnut St in Newton, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 737 Chestnut St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 737 Chestnut St in Newton, MA has in-unit laundry.
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