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#73354985, Lisa Godwin, Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$2,499,000 List price
680 Beacon St Newton, MA 02459
$10,000
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5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
3,834 sqft
0.4 acres
$652 / sqft
House
Property details
About 680 Beacon St
Your ultimate urban oasis! Nestled in the heart of Newton Center near premier shopping, dining and the Green Line, this elegant slate-roofed Colonial, extensively renovated and expanded in 2017, sits on a lushly landscaped .38 acre lot graced with a patio, fire pit and incredible yard. Perfectly suited for entertaining and family living, the expansive main level features a generous living room with fireplace; an inviting eat-in kitchen w/ island, breakfast area, pantry, and home office; and a luminous family room / dining room addition overlooking the garden. A mud room, walk-in pantry, and attached 2-car garage add to the convenience. The second level features five beautiful bedrooms & three modern full baths plus laundry. A luxe primary suite offers double walk-in closets, a home office, and an elegant ensuite bath. The versatile lower level offers a play room, bathroom, game room / guest area, and ample storage. Numerous infrastructure updates. C/AC. Exceptional in-town location.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Baseboard, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,834 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.38 Acres
Year built1934
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73366306
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce, Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Window Seat, Bathroom, Play Room, Game Room, Foyer, Home Office, Living/Dining Rm Combo
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Exterior: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,499,000
- Price/SqFt: $651
- Annual Tax Amount: $18,966
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Grant Ave to Beacon St
- Year Built: 1934
- Living Area: 3,834 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.38 Acres
- MLS Number: 73366306
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (617) 752-6845
- Listing Agent: Elisabeth Preis
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2012 | Home Sold | $933,500 |
| Dec 28, 2007 | Home Sold | $697,725 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,943,200 | $18,966 |
| 2023 | $1,785,300 | $18,174 |
| 2022 | $1,653,100 | $17,391 |
| 2021 | $1,559,500 | $16,780 |
| 2020 | $1,559,500 | $16,281 |
| 2019 | $1,514,100 | $15,822 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•149 Pleasant St
6
Bowen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•280 Cypress St
6
Ward Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•10 Dolphin Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,868. Typical income of Newton, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
15%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
52%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
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Frequently asked questions
About 680 Beacon St
The listing price of 680 Beacon St property is $2,499,000.
The property 680 Beacon St is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02459.
Active Listing: 680 Beacon St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 680 Beacon St are: Mason-Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Bowen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ward Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Oak Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Charles E. Brown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $18,966 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 1, 2012 for $933,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 680 Beacon St has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 680 Beacon St is 3,834 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 680 Beacon St is 1934.
This home is located at 680 Beacon St in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 3,834 square foot home, which was built in 1934, sits on a 0.38 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,499,000.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Newton, MA there were more than 21 sold above asking price, over 22 sold below and more than 6 were sold right at the asked price. In March 2025 in Newton, MA there were 41.6% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 31 days, the median list price was $1,497,875.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.