SOLD JUL 23, 2026

Sold on jul 2026

$2,805,000

•

4,694

sq ft

78 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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Stately brick Colonial set in desirable Chestnut Hill near Boston College, offering timeless curb appeal, beautifully landscaped grounds & commanding presence. A warm foyer with rich hardwood floors & elegant French doors opens to a sun-filled entry porch, setting the tone for a home that balances classic charm with everyday comfort. The living room, with striking floor-to-ceiling windows, flows seamlessly into a generous dining room, ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining. A well-appointed cook’s kitchen with a spacious eating area overlooks the private, level yard & hardscaped patio, a large mudroom, inviting family room & half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features an ensuite bath, with 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor offers a den, a bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or work-from-home needs. The lower level includes a large playroom, office & 2-car garage completing this exceptional home. Close to T.

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

10,599 sq ftLot Size

$598Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Listed by Lilya Sorkin • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Kopman Adler Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73505877

Redfin Estimate

$2,905,621

$101K since sold in July 2026$37K since September

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This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($2.46M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths3,655 sq ft
9 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,500,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,770 sq ft
17 Lancaster Rd, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,910,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,132 sq ft
216 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$2,940,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,700 sq ft
57 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD NOV 3, 2025
$2,600,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,631 sq ft
146 Woodchester Dr, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$2,100,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,894 sq ft
5 Merrill Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02467, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

41d

15 days MoM

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11 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $6,984 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 78 Waban Hill Rd N

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,499 (+3.8%)

$1,350,700 + $971,200

$2,321,900

2025

$21,671 (+3.4%)

$1,286,400 + $924,900

$2,211,300

2024

$20,954 (+4.1%)

$1,248,900 + $898,000

$2,146,900

2023

$20,126 (+4.5%)

$948,600 + $1,028,400

$1,977,000

2022

$19,258 (+3.6%)

$878,300 + $952,300

$1,830,600

2021

$18,583 (+3.1%)

$828,600 + $898,400

$1,727,000

2020

$18,030 (+2.9%)

$828,600 + $898,400

$1,727,000

2019

$17,522 (+1.6%)

$804,500 + $872,200

$1,676,700

2018

$17,238 (+3.1%)

$739,200 + $854,000

$1,593,200

2017

$16,713 (+4.6%)

$697,400 + $805,600

$1,503,000

2016

$15,985 (+4.9%)

$651,800 + $752,900

$1,404,700

2015

$15,242 (−0.3%)

$609,200 + $703,600

$1,312,800

2014

$15,286 (+5.5%)

$562,300 + $698,900

$1,261,200

2013

$14,491 (+2.9%)

$562,300 + $698,900

$1,261,200

2012

$14,088 (+2.9%)

$562,300 + $698,900

$1,261,200

2011

$13,688 (+2.6%)

$562,000 + $693,800

$1,255,800

2010

$13,339 (+2.4%)

$573,500 + $707,900

$1,281,400

2009

$13,023

$585,200 + $722,300

$1,307,500

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,766

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

161261S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Pocket Door

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Pocket Door

Office Room Information
Level: Third
Features: Closet - Cedar,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement

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

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, Closet, Closet - Double, Bathroom, Home Office, Game Room, Mud Room, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,694
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 3769
Below Grade Finished Area: 925
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,500
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Ward
Middle Or Junior School: Bigelow
High School: Newton North

Location Information
Directions: From Commonwealth Ave. eastbound, Left on Manet Rd, Continue on Waban Hill Rd N
UnparsedAddress: 78 Waban Hill Rd N, 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, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,766
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 161261S

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Freezer In Basement, Washer/Dryer, Dining Room Fixture, 2 Safes, Racks In Basement.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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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Chestnut Hill, MA • 02467

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Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Chestnut Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Estimated sale price

$2.76M – $3.34M

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Home values near 78 Waban Hill Rd N

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4700 Sq. Ft.	$2,855,184
77 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3068 Sq. Ft.	$2,102,889

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2403 Sq. Ft.	$2,039,655
85 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5800 Sq. Ft.	$3,717,108

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3314 Sq. Ft.	$2,393,542
93 Waban Hill Road North, Chestnut Hill, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2046 Sq. Ft.	$1,437,323

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