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159 Washington St

159 Washington St, Newton, MA, 02458

YEAR BUILT

1860

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

16

UNIT SIZE RANGE

987-1,800 sqft

Description

159 Washington Street is a historic three-story condominium built in 1860, offering one, two, and three-bedroom units. Located at 159 Washington Street, Newton, MA, this property blends classic architecture with modern urban amenities. Residents have access to a range of facilities including tennis courts, golf, and a bike path, which cater to various recreational preferences. The proximity to highway access and public transportation provides convenient commuting options, enhancing the property's connectivity. With an emphasis on lifestyle, the building provides access to a pool and nearby park, offering opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities. Additionally, the presence of a house of worship and nearby public transportation enriches the community experience. Although set in an undefined neighborhood, the diverse amenities cater to a wide array of interests, appealing to those seeking both recreation and convenience. This structure's historical significance, combined with its ideal modern comforts and transportation links, makes it a significant choice for various potential buyers. Such features highlight 159 Washington Street as a distinct residential option in the heart of Newton.

Building ImageMLS ID #73103495
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159 Washington St

159 Washington St, Newton, MA, 02458

YEAR BUILT

1860

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

16

UNIT SIZE RANGE

987-1,800 sqft

Description

159 Washington Street is a historic three-story condominium built in 1860, offering one, two, and three-bedroom units. Located at 159 Washington Street, Newton, MA, this property blends classic architecture with modern urban amenities. Residents have access to a range of facilities including tennis courts, golf, and a bike path, which cater to various recreational preferences. The proximity to highway access and public transportation provides convenient commuting options, enhancing the property's connectivity. With an emphasis on lifestyle, the building provides access to a pool and nearby park, offering opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities. Additionally, the presence of a house of worship and nearby public transportation enriches the community experience. Although set in an undefined neighborhood, the diverse amenities cater to a wide array of interests, appealing to those seeking both recreation and convenience. This structure's historical significance, combined with its ideal modern comforts and transportation links, makes it a significant choice for various potential buyers. Such features highlight 159 Washington Street as a distinct residential option in the heart of Newton.

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Description

159 Washington Street is a historic three-story condominium built in 1860, offering one, two, and three-bedroom units. Located at 159 Washington Street, Newton, MA, this property blends classic architecture with modern urban amenities. Residents have access to a range of facilities including tennis courts, golf, and a bike path, which cater to various recreational preferences. The proximity to highway access and public transportation provides convenient commuting options, enhancing the property's connectivity. With an emphasis on lifestyle, the building provides access to a pool and nearby park, offering opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities. Additionally, the presence of a house of worship and nearby public transportation enriches the community experience. Although set in an undefined neighborhood, the diverse amenities cater to a wide array of interests, appealing to those seeking both recreation and convenience. This structure's historical significance, combined with its ideal modern comforts and transportation links, makes it a significant choice for various potential buyers. Such features highlight 159 Washington Street as a distinct residential option in the heart of Newton.

159 Washington St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$864,900($581/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price-
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Medium
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

159 Washington St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 22104622582023-06-23
MLS#: 73103495 		Closed$692,000
Unit 3398721712018-08-01
MLS#: 72332043 		Closed$565,000
Unit #4#41521322792005-07-29
MLS#: 70108818 		Closed$583,000
Unit #4
#4

3 Beds

2 Baths

1521 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2005-07-29Closed$583,000
MLS#: 70108818
Days On Market279
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1046 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2023-06-23Closed$692,000
MLS#: 73103495
Days On Market58
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

1 Baths

987 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2018-08-01Closed$565,000
MLS#: 72332043
Days On Market71
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Amenities

Imagine a lifestyle where you can unwind at the pool after a long day or challenge friends to a game of tennis in the community courts. At 159 Washington Street, you'll have access to fantastic amenities like a tennis court, a swimming pool, bike paths, and beautiful parks. The nearby golf course is perfect for weekend outings or working on your swing. Getting around is easy with highway access and convenient public transportation options right at your fingertips, making it a breeze to explore all that Newton has to offer.

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Amenities Description

Imagine a lifestyle where you can unwind at the pool after a long day or challenge friends to a game of tennis in the community courts. At 159 Washington Street, you'll have access to fantastic amenities like a tennis court, a swimming pool, bike paths, and beautiful parks. The nearby golf course is perfect for weekend outings or working on your swing. Getting around is easy with highway access and convenient public transportation options right at your fingertips, making it a breeze to explore all that Newton has to offer.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
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Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Balcony

Balcony

Pool

Pool

Policies

When diving into condo living, it's essential to understand the building policies. At 159 Washington Street, owners benefit from a friendly environment with straightforward restrictions in place to ensure a peaceful community. You’ll appreciate these measures that contribute to a respectful atmosphere among residents.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
159 Washington St--
169 Washington$771/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Hunnewell$792/sqft.$2 /sqft.
73 Charlesbank Rd$423/sqft.$3 /sqft.
73 Charlesbank$423/sqft.$3 /sqft.
84 Eldredge St$637/sqft.$4 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 159 Washington St.

Underwood

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
101 Vernon St|0.22 miles away

Bigelow Middle School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
42 Vernon St|0.22 miles away

Perkins School for the Blind

--
Private|Grades KG–12
175 N Beacon St|0.65 miles away

Newton Early Childhood Program

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
150 Jackson Rd|0.96 miles away

Lincoln-Eliot

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
191 Pearl St|0.99 miles away

Dearborn Academy

--
Private|Grades 4–12
575 Washington St|1.2 miles away
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Schools

Underwood

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
101 Vernon St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Bigelow Middle School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
42 Vernon St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Perkins School for the Blind

--
Private|Grades KG–12
175 N Beacon St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Newton Early Childhood Program

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
150 Jackson Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Lincoln-Eliot

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
191 Pearl St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Dearborn Academy

--
Private|Grades 4–12
575 Washington St|1.20 Miles Away

Mt Alvernia High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
790 Centre St|1.32 Miles Away

Watertown High School

C+
Public|Grades 9–12
50 Columbia St|1.32 Miles Away

Mary Lyon K-8 School

--
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Beechcroft St|1.41 Miles Away

Cabot

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
229 Cabot St|1.41 Miles Away

Lyon Upper 9-12 School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
95 Beechcroft St|1.42 Miles Away

John Ward

B
Public|Grades KG–5
10 Dolphin Rd|1.44 Miles Away

Hosmer Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades PK–5
1 Concord Rd|1.46 Miles Away

Mount Alvernia Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–6
20 Manet Rd|1.71 Miles Away

Thomas Edison K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
60 Glenmont Rd|1.72 Miles Away

Watertown Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
68 Waverley Ave|1.75 Miles Away

Winship Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
54 Dighton St|1.92 Miles Away

St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School

--
Private|Grades PK–5
47 Nichols Ave|1.93 Miles Away

J. R. Lowell Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
175 Orchard St|1.97 Miles Away

St Columbkille Partnership School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
25 Arlington St|1.98 Miles Away

Horace Mann

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
225 Nevada St|2.00 Miles Away

Mesivta High School of Greater Boston

--
Private|Grades 9–12
34 Sparhawk St|2.06 Miles Away

Newton North High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
457 Walnut St|2.10 Miles Away

The Kendall School

--
Private|Grades PK–TKG
577 Belmont St|2.25 Miles Away

F a Day Middle School

B+
Public|Grades 6–8
21 Minot Pl|2.26 Miles Away

Atrium School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
69 Grove St|2.30 Miles Away

Jewish Community Day School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
57 Stanley Ave|2.31 Miles Away

Cunniff Elementary School

C
Public|Grades KG–5
246 Warren St|2.34 Miles Away

Boston Green Academy

D+
Public|Grades 6–12
20 Warren St|2.46 Miles Away

Brighton High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
25 Warren St|2.52 Miles Away

Mason-Rice

A
Public|Grades KG–5
149 Pleasant St|2.54 Miles Away

St Joseph Preparatory High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
617 Cambridge St|2.56 Miles Away

Waldorf High School of Massachusetts Bay

--
Private|Grades 9–12
160 Lexington St|2.59 Miles Away

Kennedy Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
30 Warren St|2.64 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

400 Centre St - East

0.25 miles away|5 min walk

400 Centre St - West

0.32 miles away|7 min walk

Arsenal St @ Irving St

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

Arsenal St opp Beacon Pk

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beacon Pk

0.88 miles away|17 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beechwood Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk
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Transit

400 Centre St - East

0.25 miles away|5 min walk

400 Centre St - West

0.32 miles away|7 min walk

Arsenal St @ Irving St

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

Arsenal St opp Beacon Pk

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beacon Pk

0.88 miles away|17 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beechwood Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Arsenal St opp Beechwood Ave

0.94 miles away|18 min walk

Arsenal St @ Louise St

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Arsenal St opp Louise St

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

Adams St @ Washington St

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

Arsenal St @ School St

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Adams St @ Middle St

1.2 miles away|23 min walk

790 Centre St

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

Adams St @ Lincoln Rd

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Arsenal St opp School St

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

785 Centre St

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

Adams St @ Quirk St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Arsenal St opp Talcott Ave

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

Arsenal St @ Talcott Ave

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

78 Chapel St

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

75 Chapel St

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

Adams St @ Watertown St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Arsenal St @ Bond St

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

Arsenal St @ Watertown Mall

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

498 Watertown St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

503 Watertown St

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Arsenal St @ Arlington St

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Arsenal St @ Forge Rd

2 miles away|39 min walk

239 N Beacon St

2.09 miles away|41 min walk

590 Main St opp Hersom St

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

7 Winship St

2.18 miles away|42 min walk

Belmont St @ Oakley Rd

2.18 miles away|42 min walk

541 Pleasant St

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

Belmont St opp Payson Rd

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

Belmont St @ Payson Rd

2.22 miles away|43 min walk

36 Trapelo Rd

2.27 miles away|44 min walk

Belmont St @ School St

2.3 miles away|45 min walk

Belmont St @ Langdon Ave

2.31 miles away|45 min walk

570 Pleasant St

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

555 Pleasant St

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

Belmont St @ Falmouth St

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

Belmont St @ Woodleigh Rd

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

Belmont St @ Marlboro St

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

Belmont St @ Prentiss St

2.48 miles away|48 min walk

Belmont St @ Duff St

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

Belmont St opp Duff St

2.51 miles away|48 min walk

Belmont St @ Sullivan Rd

2.57 miles away|50 min walk

495 Western Ave

2.6 miles away|50 min walk

Belmont St @ St. Mary's St

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Belmont St @ Cushing St

2.69 miles away|52 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 159 Washington St

Newton Corner, nestled in Middlesex County, MA, offers a charming residential atmosphere complemented by a bustling commercial hub. The area boasts convenient shopping centers, cozy cafes, and well-regarded eateries, making it a hub for locals and visitors alike. Families will find excellent schools and well-maintained parks, providing a welcoming environment for children. This district's strategic location ensures easy commuting, with quick access to the Massachusetts Turnpike and frequent bus services to downtown Boston. It's an ideal neighborhood for those seeking a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

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Neighbourhood Description

Newton Corner, nestled in Middlesex County, MA, offers a charming residential atmosphere complemented by a bustling commercial hub. The area boasts convenient shopping centers, cozy cafes, and well-regarded eateries, making it a hub for locals and visitors alike. Families will find excellent schools and well-maintained parks, providing a welcoming environment for children. This district's strategic location ensures easy commuting, with quick access to the Massachusetts Turnpike and frequent bus services to downtown Boston. It's an ideal neighborhood for those seeking a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

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159 Washington St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

11.61%

15–29 Years

26.88%

30–44 Years

25.86%

45–59 Years

17.39%

60+ Years

18.26%

Commute

17.1%

Transit

5.1%

Walk

60.09%

Drive

1.44%

Bike

Housing Ownership

45.26%

Owner Occupied

54.74%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
32.12%
Multi Family
3.84%
Single Person
30.33%
Multi Person
69.67%

Average Income

Household:$12,674,073.43 /yr

Individual:$6,512,295.82 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree33.83%
High School College11.06%
Diploma4.93%
Post Graduate36.86%
Others13.33%
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Education

Diploma4.93%
Post Graduate36.86%
Others13.33%
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