OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2021 for $1.9M

$2,573,684

•

2,759

sq ft

48 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

About this home

Beautiful in Chestnut Hill! This special home is a perfect blend of traditional and modern style. The heart of this home is the bright, open family room featuring 10' vaulted ceilings, skylights, a working brick fireplace, & beautiful built-ins. Sliding doors lead to an oversized deck and private, fenced in yard with lush gardens. Thoughtfully renovated kitchen with dining nook, stone counters, stainless appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Beautiful formal living room with detailed wood mantle and fireplace. A gorgeous first floor primary suite is highlighted by soaring 11' ceilings, walk-in closet, and spa-like bath with steam shower, heated floors, double vanity. A mudroom & powder room complete this level. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and beautiful Carrera marble bathroom. 3 zones of HVAC, newer windows, roof, & new hw heater (2020). Incredible location with easy access to public transportation, Newton Center, and all of the wonderful amenities of Chestnut Hill.

Single-familyProperty Type

1907Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$933Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Allison Blank • Compass

Bought with The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72834269

Redfin Estimate

$2,573,684

$669K since sold in August 2021$70K since July

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This home's estimate is 18.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.17M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,225,000
A
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SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$2,200,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,800 sq ft
25 Chestnut Hill Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$2,160,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths2,951 sq ft
19 Chestnut Ter, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,950,000
E
6 beds2.5 baths4,159 sq ft
92 Grant Ave, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,500,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,139 sq ft
8 Bruce Ln, Newton, MA 02458

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Market trends in 02467, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.4%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$95K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 48 Wachusett Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72834269

Aug 30, 2021

Sold

$1,905,000

$690/sq ft

May 19, 2021

Listed

$1,798,000

$652/sq ft

MLS PIN #71924925

Dec 18, 2015

Sold

$1,499,000

$543/sq ft

Nov 3, 2015

Pending

—

Oct 28, 2015

Listed

$1,499,000

$543/sq ft

Conveniently located in Chestnut Hill, close to Boston College, shopping areas in Chestnut Hill and Newton Centre, this charming home was built in 1907. No expense was spared when it was transformed in 2010-2011 to suit 21st century comfort and lifestyle . In addition to newer three zones HVAC, special features include a kitchen with Bosch appliances, Nordic Black Canadian granite counters with leathered finish, Brazilian chestnut floors throughout the first floor, a family room with 10' vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace embellished copper, silver, bronze leafing. There is a first floor master wing, rebuilt in 2011, with 11' ceiling in the bedroom, skylights in bathroom with steam shower and European tiled floors. On the second floor, there are additional four bedrooms and a Carrera marble bathroom. From the family room, sliders open out to 21'x18' Ipe wood deck that leads to lovely fenced garden with established plantings and flowering trees.

MLS PIN #71059665

Jul 27, 2010

Sold

$1,042,600

$378/sq ft

Apr 12, 2010

Contingent

—

Apr 7, 2010

Listed

$1,039,000

$377/sq ft

Fabulous Chestnut Hill location! You will love this enchanting nine home situated on wonderfully landscaped grnds. The tasteful interior is highlighted by many distinctive details.The 1st flr features a beautiful livrm w/frpl and custom cabinetry,a sparkling eat-in-kit, a charming dinrm, a sensational cath. ceiling famrm w/frpl & a master bedrm suite. Four lovely bedrms on the 2nd fl. Large deck overlooks fenced in yard, replacement windows, direct entry to garage. Nr. pub. trans & Ward Sch.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,848 (+6.7%)

$1,793,800 + $357,700

$2,151,500

2025

$19,535 (+3.4%)

$1,708,400 + $285,000

$1,993,400

2024

$18,889 (+5.0%)

$1,658,600 + $276,700

$1,935,300

2023

$17,992 (+6.8%)

$1,277,700 + $489,700

$1,767,400

2022

$16,849 (+3.6%)

$1,183,100 + $418,500

$1,601,600

2021

$16,257 (+3.1%)

$1,116,100 + $394,800

$1,510,900

2020

$15,774 (+2.9%)

$1,116,100 + $394,800

$1,510,900

2019

$15,329 (+3.3%)

$1,083,600 + $383,300

$1,466,900

2018

$14,841 (+3.1%)

$988,500 + $383,100

$1,371,600

2017

$14,389 (+4.6%)

$932,500 + $361,500

$1,294,000

2016

$13,762 (+4.9%)

$871,500 + $337,800

$1,209,300

2015

$13,122 (+1.1%)

$814,500 + $315,700

$1,130,200

2014

$12,985 (+5.5%)

$745,900 + $325,500

$1,071,400

2013

$12,310 (+3.4%)

$745,900 + $325,500

$1,071,400

2012

$11,909 (+11.1%)

$745,900 + $320,300

$1,066,200

2011

$10,715 (+15.2%)

$747,600 + $235,400

$983,000

2010

$9,303 (+2.4%)

$762,900 + $130,800

$893,700

2009

$9,083

$778,500 + $133,400

$911,900

Tax history for 48 Wachusett Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,848 (+6.7%)

$1,793,800 + $357,700

$2,151,500

2025

$19,535 (+3.4%)

$1,708,400 + $285,000

$1,993,400

2024

$18,889 (+5.0%)

$1,658,600 + $276,700

$1,935,300

2023

$17,992 (+6.8%)

$1,277,700 + $489,700

$1,767,400

2022

$16,849 (+3.6%)

$1,183,100 + $418,500

$1,601,600

2021

$16,257 (+3.1%)

$1,116,100 + $394,800

$1,510,900

2020

$15,774 (+2.9%)

$1,116,100 + $394,800

$1,510,900

2019

$15,329 (+3.3%)

$1,083,600 + $383,300

$1,466,900

2018

$14,841 (+3.1%)

$988,500 + $383,100

$1,371,600

2017

$14,389 (+4.6%)

$932,500 + $361,500

$1,294,000

2016

$13,762 (+4.9%)

$871,500 + $337,800

$1,209,300

2015

$13,122 (+1.1%)

$814,500 + $315,700

$1,130,200

2014

$12,985 (+5.5%)

$745,900 + $325,500

$1,071,400

2013

$12,310 (+3.4%)

$745,900 + $325,500

$1,071,400

2012

$11,909 (+11.1%)

$745,900 + $320,300

$1,066,200

2011

$10,715 (+15.2%)

$747,600 + $235,400

$983,000

2010

$9,303 (+2.4%)

$762,900 + $130,800

$893,700

2009

$9,083

$778,500 + $133,400

$911,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,759

Year built

1906

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2437885S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 400
Length: 16
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 105
Length: 15
Width: 7
Level: Main,First
Features: Dining Area,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,759
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Level

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,257
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Avenue to Wachusett
UnparsedAddress: 48 Wachusett Rd, Newton MA 02467

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, 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, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,759
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1906
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2437885S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Mirror In Powder Room
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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60 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4950 Sq. Ft.	$4,136,708

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5257 Sq. Ft.	$2,877,458
50 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6200 Sq. Ft.	$4,740,358

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20 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3298 Sq. Ft.	$2,667,872
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