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$2,890,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 6,420 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.37 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
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Beautifully renovated grand Victorian combining modern luxury with timeless architectural character. Sun-filled open layout with high ceilings, custom millwork, and a designer kitchen with high-end appliances. The home offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, a home office, playroom, and den across three spacious levels. Corner lot setting with a circular driveway in front and a second driveway in back. Prime Newton Corner location close to schools, parks, shops, transit, and major commuter routes.

Full Property Details for 686 Centre St

General

  • Price: $2,890,000
  • Taxes: $25,853 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • MLS ID: 73455590
  • Updated: 11/22/2025
  • Added to Site: 59 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: 6.25 x 14.83
  • Bathroom 2: 5.41 x 10.58
  • Bathroom 3: 11.41 x 13.25

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Primary Bedroom: 16.50 x 13.33
  • Bedroom 2: 13.91 x 13.33
  • Bedroom 3: 14.83 x 9.91
  • Bedroom 4: 16.33 x 14.16

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 20.16 x 15.50
  • Family Room: 20.83 x 15.50
  • Kitchen: 22.58 x 16.66
  • Dining Room: 14.00 x 14.50

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport, Off Street, Paved

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Basement: Yes
  • Square Feet: 6,420
  • Year Built: 1890

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.37

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $25,853.38
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: No smoking. Tenant responsible for utilities, snow removal and lawn care unless negotiated otherwise. 12-month lease term. Available now.
  • Property ID: S:72 B:026 L:0001, 702798

Listed by Vetra Estates, LLC, Chorr-Kin Chin and Christine Tang

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  • Chorr-Kin Chin

    Vetra Estates, LLC

  • Christine Tang

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Schools serving 686 Centre St

School District:Newton School District
NameGradesDistance
Underwood Elementary School
101 Vernon Street, Newton, MA 02458
K-50.5 mi
Bigelow Middle School
42 Vernon Street, Newton, MA 02458
6-80.5 mi
Newton North High School
457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460
9-121 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 686 Centre St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Listed
$2,890,000
77.3%
MLS
11/14/2022
Sold
$1,630,000
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Tax History for 686 Centre St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
100%
$2,638,100
73%
2024
100%
$1,521,000
-12%
2023
100%
$1,736,900
8%
2023
100%
$1,608,200
6%
2021
100%
$1,517,200
—
2020
100%
$1,517,200
3%
2019
100%
$1,473,000
7%
2018
100%
$1,373,900
6%
2017
100%
$1,296,100
7%
2016
100%
$1,211,300
7%
2015
100%
$1,132,100
5%
2014
—
$1,077,400
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Listed by Vetra Estates, LLC, Chorr-Kin Chin and Christine Tang

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686 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458 (MLS# 73455590) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 686 Centre St is currently listed for $2,890,000 and was received on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 686 Centre St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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