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  • For Sale
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  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,670 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.23 Acres
  • Updated 5 hours ago

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581 California St,Newton, MA 02460

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    581 California St,Newton, MA 02460
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Thoughtfully designed across four levels, this home is anchored by a beautifully renovated, modern kitchen that opens directly to the living and dining areas. The second level features generously sized bedrooms, a bonus office, full bath with laundry, and an oversized primary suite with en-suite bath and private deck. The third level provides a versatile space for a playroom, gym, or media room, along with a second large deck. The finished lower level, with separate entrance and washer/dryer, provides excellent opportunity for multi-generational living, guests, or a recreation area. Well-positioned outdoor spaces, including a fenced-in backyard, complete this offering.

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General

  • Price: $1,549,000
  • Taxes: $14,207 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73509473
  • Updated: Today (4/29/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 9
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 3
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Yes

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: Crafts St to California St.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Horace Mann Elementary
  • Middle School: F.A. Day Middle School
  • High School: Newton North High School

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Square Feet: 3,670
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1952

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: .23
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $422.07
  • Tax Amount: $14,207
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 684500
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Schools serving 581 California St

School District:Newton School District
NameGradesDistance
Horace Mann Elementary School, Newton, MA
225 Nevada Street, Newton, MA 02460
K-50.1 mi
F A Day Middle School
21 Minot Place, Newton, MA 02460
6-80.2 mi
Newton North High School
457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460
9-121.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 581 California St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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4/29/2026
Listed
$1,549,000
573.48%
MLS
9/28/1998
Sold
$230,000
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Tax History for 581 California St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$13,684
3%
$1,396,300
3%
2024
$13,231
5%
$1,355,600
10%
2023
$12,588
5%
$1,236,500
8%
2022
$12,044
4%
$1,144,900
6%
2021
$11,622
3%
$1,080,100
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2020
$11,276
3%
$1,080,100
3%
2019
$10,958
4%
$1,048,600
8%
2018
$10,493
3%
$969,800
6%
2017
$10,174
5%
$914,900
7%
2016
$9,730
5%
$855,000
7%
2015
$9,278
5%
$799,100
10%
2014
$8,842
—
$729,500
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581 California St, Newton, MA 02460 (MLS# 73509473) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 581 California St is currently listed for $1,549,000 and was received on April 29, 2026. This property is listed by Lev Borinski from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 581 California St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Nonantum? You can browse all Nonantum real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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