$838,000

992 Chestnut St Newton, MA 02464

$9,951
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,147 sqft
0.08 acres
$731 / sqft
House

Property details

About 992 Chestnut St

Tucked away in the highly sought-after town of Newton Upper Falls, this charming historic Cape offers the perfect blend of character and comfort. The first floor showcases timeless details and inviting spaces, including a kitchen that opens to a skylit dining or family room—ideal for everyday living and entertaining, living room, primary bedroom, and full bathroom complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find two additional storybook bedrooms full of warmth and personality. Outside is a beautiful brick patio, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors and a large storage shed. Zoned as BU1 but currently used as a single. A special home in an unbeatable location!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,147 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1828
ParkingOff Street
MLS #73371941

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Off Street
  • Exterior: Patio, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Cape, Other (See Remarks)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $838,000
  • Price/SqFt: $730
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,209
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Between Summer and the Citgo station
  • Year Built: 1828
  • Living Area: 1,147 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73371941
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
  • Office Phone: (617) 731-2447
  • Listing Agent: Kami Gray

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2005
Home Sold
$470,000
May 27, 2004
Home Sold
$365,000
Nov 20, 1995
Home Sold
$134,000
Jun 15, 1994
Home Sold
$110,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$533,700$5,209
2023$482,700$4,914
2022$452,400$4,759
2021$426,800$4,592
2020$426,800$4,456
2019$414,400$4,330

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Angier Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1697 Beacon St

6

John Eliot

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

135 Wellesley Ave

7

Zervas Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

30 Beethoven Ave

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 $88,235. The majority of Newton, MA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

44%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • NordstromNordstrom

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 992 Chestnut St

The listing price of 992 Chestnut St property is $838,000.

The property 992 Chestnut St is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02464.

Active Listing: 992 Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 992 Chestnut St are: Angier Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), John Eliot (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Zervas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Oak Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Charles E. Brown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Pollard Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Needham High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,209 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 31, 2005 for $470,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 992 Chestnut St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 992 Chestnut St is 1,147 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 992 Chestnut St is 1828.

This home is located at 992 Chestnut St in Newton, MA and zip code 02464 in the Newton Upper Falls neighborhood. This 1,147 square foot home, which was built in 1828, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $838,000.

In April 2025 more than 29 listings in Newton, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 27 were sold below. In April 2025 in Newton, MA there were 29.5% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 32 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $1,502,556 during the same period.

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

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