$2,495,000

983 Centre St Newton, MA 02459

$10,000
Closing credit¹
7 beds
3 full, 1 partial
4,627 sqft
0.6 acres
$539 / sqft
House

Property details

About 983 Centre St

Soaring ceilings, elegant details, gracious large rooms, and abundant light fills this historic home set in much sought-after Newton Center. This great beauty is ready for a new chapter. The large front lawn and grounds are filled with mature plantings. 13 rooms, 3 floors, 4 tiled baths, 7 bedrooms, 4 fireplaces, two stairways, all large. A generously sized family room is off the cook’s kitchen in the back of the house has room for all activities. The library was created by a renowned architect and is connected to a large, light filled dining room. The living room is elegant and enormous. The curving stairway in the center hall leads to 5 large bedrooms and two full baths. The attic contains 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room, a full bath. Incredible front door, foyer. Warmed by hot water radiators and cooled with efficient mini-splits. 2 car garage. Steps away from BC law and a sweet stroll to Newton Center, quick access to the Mass Turnpike and Rt 9. Seller is open to buyer compensation

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingDuctless
Size4,627 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.57 Acres
Year built1860
ParkingDetached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73363608
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceMaster Bedroom

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73363608
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (781) 237-8181
  • Listing Agent: Betsy Millane

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983 Centre St

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,134,200$20,830
2023$1,936,200$19,711
2022$1,792,800$18,860
2021$1,691,300$18,198
2020$1,691,300$17,657
2019$1,642,000$17,159

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

Mason-Rice Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

149 Pleasant St

6

Ward Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

10 Dolphin Rd

7

Cabot Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 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 $171,154. The most common annual income of people living in Newton, MA is $200k+. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

3%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
44%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

19%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 983 Centre St

This home is located at 983 Centre St in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 4,627 square foot home, which was built in 1860, sits on a 0.57 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,495,000.

While more than 21 listings in Newton, MA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 22 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Newton, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 41.6%. 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.

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