Nestled in one of Waban's most desirable neighborhoods, this elegantly renovated Colonial-style home offers a blend of traditional charm and modern luxury across 3 spacious floors. With its impressive architectural details, including intricate moldings and wood flooring, the stately foyer opens to a welcoming floor plan. The spacious living room with fireplace has beautiful French doors that lead to the exquisite deck. At the heart of the home is a superb chef’s kitchen, with an eat-in area, offering direct access to the rear deck and expansive yard. First Fl offers 2 dedicated office spaces, a sun-drenched dining room, and a half bath. Second Fl offers a primary suite with a spa-like bathroom that includes a steam shower and tub. Two add'l bedrooms, a reading nook, and main bath complete this floor. Third level offers two more bedrooms and an updated full bath. The LL provides laundry, great storage, and two separate garages. Convenient to Waban Center, Angier School, and The T.
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Market trends in 02468, MA
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$2.1M
$229K MoM
Avg. days on market
30d
4 days MoM
Recently sold homes
16
3 MoM
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Sale history for 513 Chestnut St
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73424981
Dec 2, 2025
Sold
$1,975,000
$700/sq ft
Sep 8, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 3, 2025
Listed
$1,950,000
$691/sq ft
MLS PIN #70414774
Aug 8, 2006
Sold
$1,050,000
$372/sq ft
Jul 19, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 28, 2006
Listed
$1,099,000
$390/sq ft
Spectacular, traditional Waban Colonial in move-in condition. Ten spacious rooms, five bedrooms, three and a half baths. Many recent updates(2005) including gourmet eat-in-kitchen, master suite, new garage, deck, roof, windows, and landscaping. Walk to Waban Square, T, and Angier School.
MLS PIN #30800351
Apr 23, 2004
Sold
$815,000
$289/sq ft
Mar 23, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jan 6, 2004
Listed
$859,000
$305/sq ft
LOVELY WABAN COLONIAL WITH GRACIOUS ENTRY & 9 GENEROUS ROOMS. 200SF ENCLOSED 3-SEASON PORCH ADJOINS LIVING ROOM. MANY CLOSETS, FRESHLY PAINTED, GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS, BUILT-INS AND PERIOD DETAILS. ANGIER SCHOOL.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$16,200 (+3.8%)
$1,186,400 + $485,400
$1,671,800
2025
$15,604 (+3.4%)
$1,129,900 + $462,300
$1,592,200
2024
$15,087 (+5.2%)
$1,097,000 + $448,800
$1,545,800
2023
$14,346 (+4.5%)
$849,300 + $559,900
$1,409,200
2022
$13,726 (+3.6%)
$786,400 + $518,400
$1,304,800
2021
$13,244 (+3.1%)
$741,900 + $489,000
$1,230,900
2020
$12,851 (+2.9%)
$741,900 + $489,000
$1,230,900
2019
$12,488 (+4.3%)
$720,300 + $474,700
$1,195,000
2018
$11,973 (+3.1%)
$651,300 + $455,300
$1,106,600
2017
$11,609 (+4.6%)
$614,400 + $429,600
$1,044,000
2016
$11,103 (+4.9%)
$574,200 + $401,500
$975,700
2015
$10,587 (−0.2%)
$536,600 + $375,300
$911,900
2014
$10,604 (+5.5%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2013
$10,053 (+2.9%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2012
$9,773 (+1.7%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2011
$9,609 (+2.6%)
$493,500 + $388,100
$881,600
2010
$9,365 (+2.4%)
$503,600 + $396,000
$899,600
2009
$9,143
$513,900 + $404,100
$918,000
Tax history for 513 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$16,200 (+3.8%)
$1,186,400 + $485,400
$1,671,800
2025
$15,604 (+3.4%)
$1,129,900 + $462,300
$1,592,200
2024
$15,087 (+5.2%)
$1,097,000 + $448,800
$1,545,800
2023
$14,346 (+4.5%)
$849,300 + $559,900
$1,409,200
2022
$13,726 (+3.6%)
$786,400 + $518,400
$1,304,800
2021
$13,244 (+3.1%)
$741,900 + $489,000
$1,230,900
2020
$12,851 (+2.9%)
$741,900 + $489,000
$1,230,900
2019
$12,488 (+4.3%)
$720,300 + $474,700
$1,195,000
2018
$11,973 (+3.1%)
$651,300 + $455,300
$1,106,600
2017
$11,609 (+4.6%)
$614,400 + $429,600
$1,044,000
2016
$11,103 (+4.9%)
$574,200 + $401,500
$975,700
2015
$10,587 (−0.2%)
$536,600 + $375,300
$911,900
2014
$10,604 (+5.5%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2013
$10,053 (+2.9%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2012
$9,773 (+1.7%)
$492,500 + $382,400
$874,900
2011
$9,609 (+2.6%)
$493,500 + $388,100
$881,600
2010
$9,365 (+2.4%)
$503,600 + $396,000
$899,600
2009
$9,143
$513,900 + $404,100
$918,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: On Chestnut Street between Beacon Street and Commonwealth Avenue.
UnparsedAddress: 513 Chestnut Street, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,230
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3064139S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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