Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2026
Listed
$2,299,000
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Property Description
Exceptional redevelopment opportunity in desirable Newton Highlands! Situated on a generous 13,284 Sq Ft lot in an SR2 zoning district, this large multi-family home offers tremendous potential for contractors, builders, investors & developers. Used as a 3 unit multi for many years the existing structure features 8+ BRs, 4 full baths, 10 ft ceilings, & large rooms. Built in 1869, restore, reimagine, or explore redevelopment possibilities in an A++ location! Conveniently located close to village amenities, transportation, parks & major routes, this home is being sold "As Is". Seller makes no representations or warranties regarding the condition, use, zoning, occupancy, permits or development potential of the property. Buyers and buyers agents must perform their own due diligence & verify all information independently. This is a rare opportunity to unlock value in 1 of Newton's most sought after locations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 40 Columbus St
General
- Price: $2,299,000
- Taxes: $25,996 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73561961
- Updated: Today (8/11/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 16
- Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/Den
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Main - Full Baths: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 8
Exterior
- Color: Gray
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
Location
- Area: Newton Highlands
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Walnut St to Forest St To Columbus St. House sits at the corner of Forest & Columbus St.
School Information
- Elementary School: Mason Rice/Zervas Buffer
- Middle School: Brown/Oak Hill
- High School: Nshs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Steam, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle, Slate
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 5,674
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1869
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
- Lot Dimensions: .3
- Frontage: Public
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Lake/Pond, Walk to, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $405.18
- Tax Amount: $25,996
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Contract
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Public Record states the property to have 13 Rooms & 2 Baths. Seller has used the property as a 3 family for many years. Unit 3 has a living room/kitchen combo. Certain photos have been enhanced using AI.
- Property ID: 694531
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Schools
Schools serving 40 Columbus St
School District:Newton School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Zervas Elementary School 30 Beethoven Avenue, Newton, MA 02468 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Oak Hill Middle School, Newton, MA 130 Wheeler Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Newton South High School 140 Brandeis Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 40 Columbus St
Tax History
Tax History for 40 Columbus St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$25,039
3%
$2,555,000
3%
2024
$24,211
2%
$2,480,600
7%
2023
$23,684
5%
$2,326,500
8%
2022
$22,662
7%
$2,154,200
9%
2021
$21,265
3%
$1,976,300
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2020
$20,633
7%
$1,976,300
7%
2019
$19,301
-2%
$1,847,000
1%
2018
$19,713
6%
$1,821,900
9%
2017
$18,587
7%
$1,671,500
9%
2016
$17,451
5%
$1,533,500
7%
2015
$16,639
—
$1,433,200
4%
2014
$16,640
—
$1,372,900
—
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40 Columbus St, Newton, MA 02461 (MLS# 73561961) is a Multi-Family property with 3 units containing 8 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 40 Columbus St is currently listed for $2,299,000 and was received on August 11, 2026. This property is listed by Judy Korzenowski from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 40 Columbus St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.