$995,000

88 Walnut Park Newton, MA 02458

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,639 sqft
0.1 acres
$607 / sqft
House

Property details

About 88 Walnut Park

This beautifully updated center entrance Colonial retains its classic period details. Dark-stained hardwood floors and modern lighting are some of the many upgrades you will find throughout. The spacious front-to-back living room features a cozy fireplace, elegant archways, and opens into a sunny three-season porch. The updated kitchen boasts subway tile and stainless steel appliances. A dining room and half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find a front-to-back primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. The partially finished lower level provides extra living space, perfect for a family room or home office. Enjoy the central air conditioning, garage, and fenced-in yard with a bluestone patio that is ideal for outdoor gatherings. Zoned MR1, this home is in a prime Newton location with fantastic access to downtown Boston and Cambridge, and just around the corner from the new Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School in its new location to be open Fall 2025.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Oil
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,639 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingAttached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73353513
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73353513
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Dwell360
  • Office Phone: (617) 762-4080
  • Listing Agent: Sandra Siciliano

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colonial home with driveway, a front yard, a chimney, fence, and entry steps

$995,000

88 Walnut Park

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 24, 2022
Home Sold
$750,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$726,000$7,086
2023$656,700$6,685
2022$608,100$6,397
2021$573,700$6,173
2020$573,700$5,989
2019$557,000$5,821

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

191 Pearl St

8

Underwood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

101 Vernon St

7

Cabot Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

229 Cabot St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $134,589. Typical income of Newton, MA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

7%
<35k
14%
35k-100k
60%
100k-200k
19%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 88 Walnut Park

This home is located at 88 Walnut Park in Newton, MA and zip code 02458 in the Nonantum neighborhood. This 1,639 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $995,000.

Over 21 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Newton, MA. In the same period over 22 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. In March 2025 in Newton, MA there were 41.6% more homes for sale than in February. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $1,497,875, while the average time on the real estate market was 31 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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