257 Dedham St, Newton, MA 02461
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$1,625,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
2650 SQFT
0.40 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Located in a popular neighborhood, this well-built Colonial is just a half block from Countryside School. It features an expansive yard and a 2-car garage.The main level includes a living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room with a built-in china cabinet, a wood-paneled office, a half bath, and many rooms with hardwood floors. The eat-in kitchen leads to a deck. Upstairs are four bedrooms and two full baths. The third floor offers a cedar closet, a finished fifth bedroom or office, and storage. The partially finished basement features a cozy playroom with a fireplace, laundry area, and storage. Conveniently located near the Highlands T stop and local shops.

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Tennis Court
  • T-Station
  • University
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Chair Rail, Closet, Country Kitchen, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Dining Room Features: Chair Rail, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths 1
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Double Vanity
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Living Room Features: Archway, Ceiling - Beamed, Chair Rail, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Features: Exterior Access, Fireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Individual, None
  • Energy Features: Prog. Thermostat
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2650
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1933
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Detached,
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk
  • Waterfront Features: Walk to
  • Distance to Beach: 1 to 2 Mile
  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beach Description: Lake/Pond, Walk to

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73353274
  • Last Updated: 04/17/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

Property History tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
04/06/2025Active$1,625,000$613MLSPIN
04/02/2025New$1,625,000$613MLSPIN
07/24/2023Canceled$1,649,000$622MLSPIN
06/26/2023Active$1,649,000$622MLSPIN
06/22/2023Price Change$1,649,000$622MLSPIN
06/11/2023Active$1,699,000$641MLSPIN
06/07/2023Price Change$1,699,000$641MLSPIN
05/28/2023Active$1,799,000$679MLSPIN
05/24/2023New$1,799,000$679MLSPIN
05/22/2023Canceled$1,799,000$679MLSPIN
05/21/2023Active$1,799,000$679MLSPIN
05/17/2023New$1,799,000$679MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Suzanne Hickey, Best Deal Realty, LLC
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: 2
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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