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Off market aug 2016 for $1.1M

$1,843,523

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,426/mo

•

2,400

sq ft

688 Chestnut St, Waban, MA 02468

About this home

Ideally located in Waban, this beautiful 1930 Colonial-style home is sited on a 9,706 sf lot. It offers a large fenced backyard, a detached 2 car garage and a 2015-updated kitchen. It is 1/3 of a mile to the Waban T station & village, and less than a mile to the elementary school. The foyer opens on one side to the front-to-back living room with a fireplace, a beamed ceiling and a door to the bright 4 season sunroom. Across the foyer is the gracious formal dining room with wainscoting. At the rear of the house is a delightful 2015-updated eat-in-kitchen with new flooring, backsplash,cabinets and counters. Off of the kitchen is a small mudroom, allowing convenient access to the yard and garage, as well as a 2014 powder room. On the 2nd floor is the master bedroom with a walk-in closet and beautiful 2014-renovated en suite bath. This level has two more beds and another 2014-renovated full bath. The 3rd floor includes 2 more large bedrooms. Ample storage and laundry in basement.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

9,706 sq ftLot Size

$768Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Matt Montgomery Group • Hammond Residential R. E.

Bought with Ken Snyder • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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•Source:MLS PIN #72007764

Redfin Estimate

$1,843,523

$744K since sold in August 2016$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 4.7% lower than the average sale price ($1.93M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$2,110,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,780 sq ft
82 Allen Ave, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$1,825,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,790 sq ft
28 York Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,335,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,332 sq ft
320 Quinobequin Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$2,450,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,105 sq ft
14 Homestead, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,668,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,439 sq ft
116 Winslow Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,215,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,567 sq ft
66 Moffat Rd, Waban, MA 02468

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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

98.2%

2.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$334K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

1 days MoM

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5 MoM

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$5,500,000
6 beds5.5 baths7,268 sq ft
91 Nehoiden Rd, Waban, MA 02468
$849,000
1 bed1.5 baths932 sq ft
20 Kinmonth Rd #201, Waban, MA 02468
$1,399,000
4 beds1.5 baths1,936 sq ft
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Sale history for 688 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72007764

Aug 26, 2016

Sold

$1,100,000

$458/sq ft

May 22, 2016

Pending

—

May 18, 2016

Listed

$999,000

$416/sq ft

MLS PIN #71688414

Aug 25, 2014

Sold

$900,000

$375/sq ft

Jun 3, 2014

Contingent

—

May 28, 2014

Listed

$849,000

$354/sq ft

+13

Comfortable and inviting classic center entrance brick colonial with great flow in prime Waban neighborhood. Lovely living room with beamed ceiling and fireplace opening to traditional sun room/den, sun filled formal dining room leading to an eat in kitchen with updated appliances and access to the large level back yard fully enclosed with a white picket fence. Three bedrooms on the second floor including master with bath. Third floor offers two more rooms, which could be a fourth bedroom plus office. Freshly painted and decorated with gleaming hard wood floors. Two car garage, new windows including glass blocks in the basement, new insulation, many improvements made by owners. Minutes to Waban Square and the T. Close to schools, and shopping.

Public Records

Sep 2, 2008

Sold

$716,200

$298/sq ft

MLS PIN #70796708

Aug 29, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Aug 29, 2008

Sold

$716,200

$298/sq ft

Aug 20, 2008

Contingent

—

Jul 24, 2008

Listed

$695,000

$290/sq ft

Classic colonial nestled in the desirable "Waban" village. This nine room, three to five bedroom home has a brick exterior, gorgeous Gambrel slated roof, hard wood floors throughout, wonderful wood molding, two full baths, beautiful yard, and two car garage. Front to back living room with a charming den/sunroom located off the living room. Great location only a three minute walk to the Waban T-Station and Waban Village Center plus near Rt9 and Rt128.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,425 (+3.8%)

$1,129,900 + $461,900

$1,591,800

2025

$14,857 (+3.4%)

$1,076,100 + $439,900

$1,516,000

2024

$14,365 (+5.6%)

$1,044,800 + $427,000

$1,471,800

2023

$13,601 (+4.5%)

$802,700 + $533,400

$1,336,100

2022

$13,014 (+3.6%)

$743,200 + $493,900

$1,237,100

2021

$12,558 (+3.1%)

$701,100 + $466,000

$1,167,100

2020

$12,185 (+2.9%)

$701,100 + $466,000

$1,167,100

2019

$11,841 (+5.2%)

$680,700 + $452,400

$1,133,100

2018

$11,258 (+3.1%)

$618,700 + $421,800

$1,040,500

2017

$10,915 (+4.6%)

$583,700 + $397,900

$981,600

2016

$10,437 (+34.6%)

$545,500 + $371,600

$917,100

2015

$7,752

$509,800 + $157,900

$667,700

2014

$7,748 (+5.5%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2013

$7,346 (+2.9%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2012

$7,141 (+2.5%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2011

$6,967 (+2.6%)

$471,900 + $167,300

$639,200

2010

$6,789 (+0.9%)

$481,500 + $170,700

$652,200

2009

$6,728

$491,300 + $184,200

$675,500

Tax history for 688 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,425 (+3.8%)

$1,129,900 + $461,900

$1,591,800

2025

$14,857 (+3.4%)

$1,076,100 + $439,900

$1,516,000

2024

$14,365 (+5.6%)

$1,044,800 + $427,000

$1,471,800

2023

$13,601 (+4.5%)

$802,700 + $533,400

$1,336,100

2022

$13,014 (+3.6%)

$743,200 + $493,900

$1,237,100

2021

$12,558 (+3.1%)

$701,100 + $466,000

$1,167,100

2020

$12,185 (+2.9%)

$701,100 + $466,000

$1,167,100

2019

$11,841 (+5.2%)

$680,700 + $452,400

$1,133,100

2018

$11,258 (+3.1%)

$618,700 + $421,800

$1,040,500

2017

$10,915 (+4.6%)

$583,700 + $397,900

$981,600

2016

$10,437 (+34.6%)

$545,500 + $371,600

$917,100

2015

$7,752

$509,800 + $157,900

$667,700

2014

$7,748 (+5.5%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2013

$7,346 (+2.9%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2012

$7,141 (+2.5%)

$468,600 + $170,700

$639,300

2011

$6,967 (+2.6%)

$471,900 + $167,300

$639,200

2010

$6,789 (+0.9%)

$481,500 + $170,700

$652,200

2009

$6,728

$491,300 + $184,200

$675,500

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,400

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3774109S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 11
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Stainless Steel Appliances

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

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Sun Room, Study, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,400
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,849
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Northeast corner of Woodward and Chestnut - driveway off Woodward
UnparsedAddress: 688 Chestnut Street, Newton MA 02468

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,400
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3774109S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Zervas Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Oak Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

8/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

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 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

52% 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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Estimated sale price

$1.75M – $2.11M

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Data from public records.

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682 Chestnut Street, Waban, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1971 Sq. Ft.	$1,474,012
702 Chestnut Street, Waban, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2974 Sq. Ft.	$2,189,640

Address	Redfin Estimate
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672 Chestnut Street, Waban, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2640 Sq. Ft.	$2,153,413

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