SOLD MAR 18, 2026

Off market mar 2026 for $1.6M

$1,798,171

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,819/mo

•

2,600

sq ft

1289 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02461

About this home

Move-in ready, updated 3-bed, 2.5-bath home .3 miles to the Green line & blocks from soon-to-be-open new Countryside Elementary School. On the corner of a dead end St. The heart of the home is a stunning chef’s kitchen that opens to the dining room, ideal for entertaining. Highlights include an oversized island, Viking gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine fridge, & French doors leading to a new deck. The main level also features a living rm w/ gas fireplace, an office w/ custom built-ins, a half bath, & a lg mudroom. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a recently updated bath w/ soaking tub, while two additional bedrooms share a full bath w/ a walk-in steam shower. Enjoy outdoor living on the charming farmer’s porch with a swing, perfect for relaxing, overlooking the fenced-in yard. Finished lower level offers additional living space & storage. 2025 boiler & 2023 AC. Ideally located near shopping, Newton Highlands Village center, and T, offering easy access to the city.

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

6,336 sq ftLot Size

$692Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by The Baker Team • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Stacey Steck • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73472199

Redfin Estimate

$1,798,171

$163K since sold in March 2026$45K since September

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B
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D
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E
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
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F
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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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Sale history for 1289 Walnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73472199

Mar 18, 2026

Sold

$1,635,000

$629/sq ft

Feb 3, 2026

Contingent

—

Jan 28, 2026

Listed

$1,525,000

$587/sq ft

MLS PIN #70999772

Jul 1, 2010

Sold

$775,000

$298/sq ft

Apr 25, 2010

Contingent

—

Apr 7, 2010

Price Changed

$799,000

$307/sq ft

Mar 22, 2010

Relisted

—

Mar 11, 2010

Contingent

—

Mar 1, 2010

Relisted

—

Nov 21, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Nov 10, 2009

Listed

$820,000

$315/sq ft

Move right in to this stunning colonial! Contemporary renovation features 3 pristine bathrooms and a chef quality kitchen with top of the line appliances, granite island/counter tops & generous cabinets. Perfect for entertaining! Features: Hardwood floors, LR w/ fireplace, patio, deck, foyer, office, 2nd FLR Laundry, fin basement, fenced yard, landscaped garden & playhouse. 3BR's on second floor with gorgeous soaking tub and steam room. Walking Distance to shops and "T".

Public Records

Aug 28, 2008

Sold

$820,000

$315/sq ft

MLS PIN #70768333

Aug 28, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Aug 28, 2008

Sold

$820,000

$315/sq ft

Jun 3, 2008

Contingent

—

May 28, 2008

Listed

$799,000

$307/sq ft

Stunning, one-of-a-kind Colonial w/fabulous front porch – 2001 renovation done w/ style & class – top of the line cooks kit w/ultra granite island, leads to deck perfect for grilling all yr round. LR w/fireplace, office nook & spacious side entrance foyer. 2nd fl offers 3 nice sized BR’s & 2 beautiful BA’s. Master BA looks like “architectural digest”. Family rm in LL. Bonus “play house” on side yard – Beautiful plantings & landscaping – just move right in. Near shops & transportation.

Public Records

Jul 26, 1991

Sold

$185,000

$71/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,181 (+3.8%)

$911,600 + $448,700

$1,360,300

2025

$12,696 (+3.4%)

$868,200 + $427,300

$1,295,500

2024

$12,276 (+4.7%)

$842,900 + $414,900

$1,257,800

2023

$11,721 (+4.5%)

$639,300 + $512,100

$1,151,400

2022

$11,215 (+3.6%)

$591,900 + $474,200

$1,066,100

2021

$10,822 (+3.1%)

$558,400 + $447,400

$1,005,800

2020

$10,501 (+2.9%)

$558,400 + $447,400

$1,005,800

2019

$10,204 (+4.4%)

$542,100 + $434,400

$976,500

2018

$9,778 (+3.1%)

$491,600 + $412,100

$903,700

2017

$9,480 (+4.6%)

$463,800 + $388,700

$852,500

2016

$9,066 (+4.9%)

$433,500 + $363,200

$796,700

2015

$8,645 (+0.4%)

$405,100 + $339,500

$744,600

2014

$8,611 (+5.5%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2013

$8,164 (+2.9%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2012

$7,936 (+3.3%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2011

$7,680 (+4.1%)

$376,400 + $328,200

$704,600

2010

$7,375 (+2.4%)

$384,100 + $324,400

$708,500

2009

$7,201

$391,900 + $331,100

$723,000

Tax history for 1289 Walnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,181 (+3.8%)

$911,600 + $448,700

$1,360,300

2025

$12,696 (+3.4%)

$868,200 + $427,300

$1,295,500

2024

$12,276 (+4.7%)

$842,900 + $414,900

$1,257,800

2023

$11,721 (+4.5%)

$639,300 + $512,100

$1,151,400

2022

$11,215 (+3.6%)

$591,900 + $474,200

$1,066,100

2021

$10,822 (+3.1%)

$558,400 + $447,400

$1,005,800

2020

$10,501 (+2.9%)

$558,400 + $447,400

$1,005,800

2019

$10,204 (+4.4%)

$542,100 + $434,400

$976,500

2018

$9,778 (+3.1%)

$491,600 + $412,100

$903,700

2017

$9,480 (+4.6%)

$463,800 + $388,700

$852,500

2016

$9,066 (+4.9%)

$433,500 + $363,200

$796,700

2015

$8,645 (+0.4%)

$405,100 + $339,500

$744,600

2014

$8,611 (+5.5%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2013

$8,164 (+2.9%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2012

$7,936 (+3.3%)

$372,600 + $337,900

$710,500

2011

$7,680 (+4.1%)

$376,400 + $328,200

$704,600

2010

$7,375 (+2.4%)

$384,100 + $324,400

$708,500

2009

$7,201

$391,900 + $331,100

$723,000

*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

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,100

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3288714S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

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

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet - Linen,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Closet - Double

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Marble,Steam / Sauna,Pedestal Sink

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 418
Length: 19
Width: 22
Level: Basement
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Storage

Dining Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Window Seat

Kitchen Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Wine Chiller,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Office Room Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Main
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Crown Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding, Cabinets - Upgraded, Mud Room, Office, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,600
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Above Grade Finished Area: 2100
Below Grade Finished Area: 500
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,696
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Heat Pump, Dual

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Countryside
Middle Or Junior School: Brown
High School: Newton South

Location Information
Directions: South of rt 9, Corner of Walnut and Ashcroft (dead end). Driveway and main entrance are on Ashcroft.
UnparsedAddress: 1289 Walnut St, Newton MA 02461

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,100
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3288714S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Tvs, Removable Wire Storage Bins In All Closest, And Fridge In Basement.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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, MA • 02461

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$1.71M – $2.07M

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1300 Walnut St, Newton, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2532 Sq. Ft.	$1,359,584
24 Walnut Pl, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2580 Sq. Ft.	$1,642,137

Address	Redfin Estimate
1292 Walnut St, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2883 Sq. Ft.	$2,184,993
30 Walnut Pl, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1377 Sq. Ft.	$1,235,988

Address	Redfin Estimate
1286 Walnut St, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$2,041,454
1297 Walnut St, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1019 Sq. Ft.	$872,702

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