Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/22/2026
Listed
$2,750,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Stately brick Colonial set in desirable Chestnut Hill near Boston College, offering timeless curb appeal, beautifully landscaped grounds & commanding presence. A warm foyer with rich hardwood floors & elegant French doors opens to a sun-filled entry porch, setting the tone for a home that balances classic charm with everyday comfort. The living room, with striking floor-to-ceiling windows, flows seamlessly into a generous dining room, ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining. A well-appointed cook's kitchen with a spacious eating area overlooks the private, level yard & hardscaped patio, a large mudroom, inviting family room & half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features an ensuite bath, with 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor offers a den, a bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or work-from-home needs. The lower level includes a large playroom, office & 2-car garage completing this exceptional home. Close to T.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 78 Waban Hill Rd N
General
- Price: $2,750,000
- Taxes: $22,500 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73505877
- Updated: 4/22/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, Closet, Closet - Double, Bathroom, Home Office, Game Room, Mud Room, Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 4
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Lighting - Overhead, Main, First
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Tub and Shower, S, Second
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stal, Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Second
- Bedroom 2: Closet, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Second
- Bedroom 3: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Second
- Bedroom 4: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Main, First
- Family Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Main, First
- Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Dining Area, Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Main, First
- Dining Room: Hardwood Flooring, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Main, First
- Office: Closet - Cedar, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Third
- Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Paved
Location
- Area: Chestnut Hill
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: From Commonwealth Ave. eastbound, Left on Manet Rd, Continue on Waban Hill Rd N
School Information
- Elementary School: Ward
- Middle School: Bigelow
- High School: Newton North
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Cooling Zones: 2
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Zones: 3
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump
- Roof: Slate
- Drive-In Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 4,694
- Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
- Year Built: 1927
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Dimensions: .24
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $585.85
- Tax Amount: $22,500
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: Freezer In Basement, Washer/Dryer, Dining Room Fixture, 2 Safes, Racks In Basement.
- Property ID: S:63 B:008 L:0004, 699339
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Schools
Schools serving 78 Waban Hill Rd N
School District:Newton School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ward Elementary School 10 Dolphin Rd, Newton, MA 02459 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Bigelow Middle School 42 Vernon Street, Newton, MA 02458 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Newton North High School 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 78 Waban Hill Rd N
Tax History
Tax History for 78 Waban Hill Rd N
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$21,671
3%
$2,211,300
3%
2024
$20,954
4%
$2,146,900
9%
2023
$20,126
5%
$1,977,000
8%
2022
$19,258
4%
$1,830,600
6%
2021
$18,583
3%
$1,727,000
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2020
$18,030
3%
$1,727,000
3%
2019
$17,522
2%
$1,676,700
5%
2018
$17,238
3%
$1,593,200
6%
2017
$16,713
5%
$1,503,000
7%
2016
$15,985
5%
$1,404,700
7%
2015
$15,242
—
$1,312,800
4%
2014
$15,286
—
$1,261,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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78 Waban Hill Rd N, Newton, MA 02467 (MLS# 73505877) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 78 Waban Hill Rd N is currently listed for $2,750,000 and was received on April 22, 2026. This property is listed by Ilene Solomon from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 78 Waban Hill Rd N? 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.