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#73401158, Christine Dillon, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
$1,399,000 List price
893 Watertown St Newton, MA 02465
4 beds
3 full
2,801 sqft
0.5 acres
$499 / sqft
House
Property details
About 893 Watertown St
This is a condo that feels and functions like a single-family home! Quietly tucked behind 895 Watertown St, 893 Watertown St offers 2,801 sq ft of beautiful space w 4 beds and 3 full baths exemplifying the rare blend of historic character & contemporary elegance. The original character is in the living room w gas fireplace and formal dining room w original hutch. Upstairs are 3 sun-flooded bedrooms & a full bath. 2019 gut renovation and new construction expansion created the stunning open kitchen/family room with a large peninsula, tray ceiling and a wall of glass w direct access to your private deck, patio & garden. The 2019-built Principal Suite addition features TWO walk-in closets and a spa-like bath with a double vanity, soaking tub w air jets and open air shower. All but one antique window (preserved) have been upgraded to fiberglass within the past 6 years. Multi-zone heat, central air, and detached 1-car garage. Just 2 blocks to W Newton Center: shops, dining, & commuter rail.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Baseboard
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Whole House Fan
Size2,801 sqft
Lot size0.46 Acres
Year built1840
ParkingShared Driveway
MLS #73402840
Garage1 space
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Shared Driveway
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard
- Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
- List Price: $1,399,000
- Price/SqFt: $499
- Annual Tax Amount: $11,058
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Driveway for 893 & 895 are marked w stone columns. Please park on Watertown St.
- Year Built: 1840
- Living Area: 2,801 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
- MLS Number: 73402840
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Redfin Corp.
- Office Phone: (617) 340-7803
- Listing Agent: Michaela Hellman
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2005 | Home Sold | $629,000 |
| Apr 30, 2002 | Home Sold | $420,000 |
| Jul 02, 1998 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,133,000 | $11,058 |
| 2023 | $1,076,600 | $10,960 |
| 2022 | $1,025,300 | $10,786 |
| 2021 | $967,300 | $10,408 |
| 2020 | $725,900 | $7,578 |
| 2019 | $704,800 | $7,365 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Franklin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•125 Derby St
7
Peirce Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•170 Temple St
7
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•225 Nevada St
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 $140,385. The majority of Newton, MA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
4%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
34%
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?
28%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 893 Watertown St
The listing price of 893 Watertown St property is $1,399,000.
The property 893 Watertown St is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02465.
Active Listing: 893 Watertown St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 893 Watertown St are: Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Horace Mann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), John W. McDevitt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Waltham Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,058 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 30, 2005 for $629,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 893 Watertown St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 893 Watertown St is 2,801 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 893 Watertown St is 1840.
This home is located at 893 Watertown St in Newton, MA and zip code 02465 in the West Newton neighborhood. This 2,801 square foot home, which was built in 1840, sits on a 0.46 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,399,000.
While more than 37 listings in Newton, MA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 7 listings sold at asking price, and more than 33 were sold below. In June 2025 in Newton, MA there were 2.3% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $1,572,444 and the average listing age was 28 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.