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550 Beacon Street, Newton, MA 02459
$2,225,000
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Property Description
This stately 1852 circa Colonial style residence includes an incredible detached 1600 square foot carriage house permitted for professional use, is set back from Beacon Street with its expansive circular driveway and was once part of the Thomas Hammond Estate acreage. Lovingly restored and maintained this home is steeped in history and abuts approximately 27 acres of conservation land. The main house consists of three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The first floor features a chef's kitchen with French doors that lead to a spacious deck overlooking the level yard & lush gardens. The hardwood floors, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows provide an abundance of natural light throughout. Special features include period detail, charm and character, 3 fireplaces, front and back staircases and authentic hardware. The master bedroom with a sitting room and fireplace provides amazing views of the grounds. Convenient to the " T", Malls of Chestnut Hill, Newton Center, schools & major routes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 550 Beacon St
General
- Sold For: $2,225,000
- Taxes: $14,677 (2021)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 72818130
- Added to Site: 1, 114 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Sun Room, Foyer
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 3
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Second Floor
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden, Stone Wall
- Color: Yellow
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway
Location
- Area: Newton Center
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Beacon Street at the corner of Hammond Pond Parkway
School Information
- Elementary School: Bowen
- Middle School: Brown
- High School: Newton South
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Cooling Zones: 1
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Baseboard, Oil
- Heating Zones: 4
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Private, Other
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Carriage House, Italianate
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Drive-In Doors: French Doors
- Square Feet: 4,550
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 4,550 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1852
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
- Lot Dimensions: .47
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Lot Features: Wooded, Level
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $489.01
- Tax Amount: $14,677.72
- Tax Year: 2021
Disclosures and Reports
- Buyer’s Brokerage Compensation: 2.5%
- Facilitator Compensation: 2.5%
- Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Main House Is On Well Water (With A Sediment Filter) Can Be Converted To City Water Easily. The Carriage House Is Connected To City Water/Sewer. The Carriage House Is Permitted For A Home Business & Is A Wonderful Opportunity. Residence Is Not Historical Due To Modifications Made.
- Property ID: 700598
- Block/Lot/Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 550 Beacon St
School District:Newton Public Schools
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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280 Cypress St, Newton Centre, MA 02459 | K-5 | 0.8 mi | |
125 Meadowbrook Rd, Newton Centre, MA 02459 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi | |
140 Brandeis Rd, Newton Centre, MA 02459 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 550 Beacon St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/14/2022
Sold
$2,225,000
-13.59%
MLS
8/30/2021
Price Reduced
$2,575,000
-6.64%
MLS
6/18/2021
Price Reduced
$2,758,000
-8.04%
MLS
5/07/2021
Price Reduced
$2,999,000
-6.28%
MLS
4/21/2021
Listed
$3,200,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
550 Beacon Street, Newton, MA 02459 (MLS# 72818130) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,225,000 on January 14, 2022. This property was listed by Suzanne Sherman-Finnerty from our Newton Office.Want to learn more about 550 Beacon Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chestnut Hill? You can browse all Chestnut Hill real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.