OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2024 for $490K

$787,893

•

1,410

sq ft

96 Lafayette St, Newton Highlands, MA 01854

About this home

Don’t miss out on this gem of a house featuring four bedrooms and one bathroom. The exterior of the home has a charming appearance, and the spacious lot provides ample room for outdoor enjoyment. The first floor of the home boasts a flowing layout that is enhanced by the presence of hardwood floors throughout much of the space. Abundant natural light streams in creating a bright and airy atmosphere. The kitchen features solid wood cabinetry in a pantry layout. The four generously sized bedrooms on the second floor round out the living space.This home also includes a spacious unfinished basement for storage space. The fenced-in driveway and yard offer a private and secure outdoor area for recreational activities.The convenient location offers easy access to various amenities including the University.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

3,485 sq ftLot Size

$559Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Donna Murray • Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford

Bought with Andres Cruz • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73280373

Redfin Estimate

$787,893

$298K since sold in October 2024$127K since September

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This home's estimate is 36.4% lower than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$1,299,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,936 sq ft
66 Linden St, Newton, MA 02464
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,305,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,076 sq ft
26 Circuit Ave, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$1,297,000
C
4 beds1.5 baths1,742 sq ft
59 Hinckley Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,480,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,390 sq ft
2 Cannon St, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$1,299,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,114 sq ft
12 Bemuth Rd, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$755,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,019 sq ft
1297 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02461

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$369,845

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Market trends in 02461, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$112K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

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6 MoM

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Sale history for 96 Lafayette St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,650 (+128.6%)

$865,700 + $130,200

$995,900

2025

$4,222 (+5.1%)

$131,300 + $236,500

$367,800

2024

$4,017 (+7.8%)

$114,500 + $222,800

$337,300

2023

$3,726 (+8.6%)

$95,100 + $204,900

$300,000

2022

$3,431 (+7.3%)

$86,500 + $183,900

$270,400

2021

$3,198 (+6.6%)

$75,200 + $162,400

$237,600

2020

$2,999 (+8.8%)

$70,300 + $154,200

$224,500

2019

$2,756 (+2.3%)

$65,100 + $131,200

$196,300

2018

$2,694 (+3.3%)

$62,000 + $125,200

$187,200

2017

$2,607 (+10.6%)

$56,300 + $118,400

$174,700

2016

$2,357 (+2.5%)

$47,200 + $108,300

$155,500

2015

$2,299 (+3.1%)

$48,300 + $100,200

$148,500

2013

$2,229 (−0.4%)

$59,600 + $88,900

$148,500

2012

$2,239 (−2.3%)

$62,700 + $88,900

$151,600

2011

$2,292 (+2.4%)

$65,900 + $94,700

$160,600

2010

$2,239 (−1.9%)

$67,100 + $101,600

$168,700

2009

$2,283

$79,000 + $116,500

$195,500

Tax history for 96 Lafayette St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,650 (+128.6%)

$865,700 + $130,200

$995,900

2025

$4,222 (+5.1%)

$131,300 + $236,500

$367,800

2024

$4,017 (+7.8%)

$114,500 + $222,800

$337,300

2023

$3,726 (+8.6%)

$95,100 + $204,900

$300,000

2022

$3,431 (+7.3%)

$86,500 + $183,900

$270,400

2021

$3,198 (+6.6%)

$75,200 + $162,400

$237,600

2020

$2,999 (+8.8%)

$70,300 + $154,200

$224,500

2019

$2,756 (+2.3%)

$65,100 + $131,200

$196,300

2018

$2,694 (+3.3%)

$62,000 + $125,200

$187,200

2017

$2,607 (+10.6%)

$56,300 + $118,400

$174,700

2016

$2,357 (+2.5%)

$47,200 + $108,300

$155,500

2015

$2,299 (+3.1%)

$48,300 + $100,200

$148,500

2013

$2,229 (−0.4%)

$59,600 + $88,900

$148,500

2012

$2,239 (−2.3%)

$62,700 + $88,900

$151,600

2011

$2,292 (+2.4%)

$65,900 + $94,700

$160,600

2010

$2,239 (−1.9%)

$67,100 + $101,600

$168,700

2009

$2,283

$79,000 + $116,500

$195,500

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,552

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3181945

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 24, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,410
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: green

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Features: Flood Plain, Cleared, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,017
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Riverside Street to Lafayette Street
UnparsedAddress: 96 Lafayette St, Lowell MA 01854

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,552
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3181945

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 24, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Zervas Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

7/10

Oak Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

8/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 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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Newton Highlands, MA • 01854

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$749,000 – $907,000

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