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79 Walnut St

79 Walnut St, Newton, MA, 02460

YEAR BUILT

1970

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

13

UNIT SIZE RANGE

332-786 sqft

Description

79 Walnut St sits in Newton, near the intersection of Washington Street and Grove Street. This low-rise building has a mix of amenities like a pool, tennis courts, and easy access to local parks. The nearby Charles River offers scenic views and outdoor activities. Residents enjoy quick access to public transport and major highways. The building contains 13 condominium units, which vary in size from 332 to 786 square feet. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the structure some charm. Options include 1 and 2 bedroom layouts. Each unit has access to common laundry and bike storage facilities. Prices for these units range from $465,000 to $395,200. The lowest sold price over the past year is about $290,000, with the average closing price at $342,600. The average price per square foot stands at $715, making it a competitive option for buyers. Residents often enjoy easy access to local amenities. Grocery stores like Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Shaw's lie close by. The community includes cafes, shops, schools, and libraries. Families benefit from nearby educational institutions like Spencer School of Real Estate and Horace Mann Elementary School. Units tend to spend around 71 days on the market. This building offers residents additional leisure options with tennis courts, a pool, and access to bike paths. The area surrounding the building supports both relaxation and active lifestyles.

Building ImageMLS ID #73407332
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79 Walnut St

79 Walnut St, Newton, MA, 02460

YEAR BUILT

1970

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

13

UNIT SIZE RANGE

332-786 sqft

Description

79 Walnut St sits in Newton, near the intersection of Washington Street and Grove Street. This low-rise building has a mix of amenities like a pool, tennis courts, and easy access to local parks. The nearby Charles River offers scenic views and outdoor activities. Residents enjoy quick access to public transport and major highways. The building contains 13 condominium units, which vary in size from 332 to 786 square feet. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the structure some charm. Options include 1 and 2 bedroom layouts. Each unit has access to common laundry and bike storage facilities. Prices for these units range from $465,000 to $395,200. The lowest sold price over the past year is about $290,000, with the average closing price at $342,600. The average price per square foot stands at $715, making it a competitive option for buyers. Residents often enjoy easy access to local amenities. Grocery stores like Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Shaw's lie close by. The community includes cafes, shops, schools, and libraries. Families benefit from nearby educational institutions like Spencer School of Real Estate and Horace Mann Elementary School. Units tend to spend around 71 days on the market. This building offers residents additional leisure options with tennis courts, a pool, and access to bike paths. The area surrounding the building supports both relaxation and active lifestyles.

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Description

79 Walnut St sits in Newton, near the intersection of Washington Street and Grove Street. This low-rise building has a mix of amenities like a pool, tennis courts, and easy access to local parks. The nearby Charles River offers scenic views and outdoor activities. Residents enjoy quick access to public transport and major highways. The building contains 13 condominium units, which vary in size from 332 to 786 square feet. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the structure some charm. Options include 1 and 2 bedroom layouts. Each unit has access to common laundry and bike storage facilities. Prices for these units range from $465,000 to $395,200. The lowest sold price over the past year is about $290,000, with the average closing price at $342,600. The average price per square foot stands at $715, making it a competitive option for buyers. Residents often enjoy easy access to local amenities. Grocery stores like Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Shaw's lie close by. The community includes cafes, shops, schools, and libraries. Families benefit from nearby educational institutions like Spencer School of Real Estate and Horace Mann Elementary School. Units tend to spend around 71 days on the market. This building offers residents additional leisure options with tennis courts, a pool, and access to bike paths. The area surrounding the building supports both relaxation and active lifestyles.

79 Walnut St Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$347,000($728/Sqft.)

Avg. Sale Price$342,600($715/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed

Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market71 days

Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly
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Key Stats

Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed

Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market71 days

Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly

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

79 Walnut St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 7771211312025-08-21
MLS#: 73407332
Closed$395,200
Unit 2273121932023-04-07
MLS#: 73068135
Closed$465,000
Unit 8871911352018-03-12
MLS#: 72277630
Closed$310,000
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

1 Baths

731 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2023-04-07Closed$465,000
MLS#: 73068135
Days On Market93
Unit 7
7

1 Beds

1 Baths

712 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2025-08-21Closed$395,200
MLS#: 73407332
Days On Market31
Unit 8
8

1 Beds

1 Baths

719 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2018-03-12Closed$310,000
MLS#: 72277630
Days On Market35
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Amenities

What makes living at the Barclay Condominium even more exciting are its fantastic amenities. Imagine having access to a tennis court and golf facilities right outside your door—perfect for sunny Saturday afternoons! Additionally, you can enjoy refreshing dips in the pool, unwind at a local park, or take a bike ride along the well-kept bike paths. With convenient highway access and public transportation options, your daily commutes will be a breeze. Other amenities include hot water access, laundry facilities, and nearby places of worship, making your lifestyle not just about home, but about seamless living.

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Amenities Description

What makes living at the Barclay Condominium even more exciting are its fantastic amenities. Imagine having access to a tennis court and golf facilities right outside your door—perfect for sunny Saturday afternoons! Additionally, you can enjoy refreshing dips in the pool, unwind at a local park, or take a bike ride along the well-kept bike paths. With convenient highway access and public transportation options, your daily commutes will be a breeze. Other amenities include hot water access, laundry facilities, and nearby places of worship, making your lifestyle not just about home, but about seamless living.

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

Security System

Security System

Security Guard

Security Guard

Laundry

Laundry

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Storage

Storage

Pool

Pool

Policies

One of the strengths of the Barclay Condominium is its welcoming policies—there are no restrictions, which means you can make the space your own without needless hurdles. This flexibility is a significant benefit for first-time buyers who want to personalize their new home.

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)
79 Walnut St$715/sqft.$2 /sqft.
73 Walnut St$563/sqft.$2 /sqft.
73 Walnut St$563/sqft.$2 /sqft.
595 Watertown St$644/sqft.$2 /sqft.
595 Watertown St$644/sqft.$2 /sqft.
77 Florence$798/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Situated in Nonantum, 79 Walnut St is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

F a Day Middle School

B+
Public|Grades 6–8
21 Minot Pl|0.21 miles away

Horace Mann

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
225 Nevada St|0.33 miles away

Dearborn Academy

--
Private|Grades 4–12
575 Washington St|0.64 miles away

The Fessenden School

--
Private|Grades PK–9
250 Waltham St|0.65 miles away

Newton North High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
457 Walnut St|0.72 miles away

Cabot

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
229 Cabot St|0.76 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Situated in Nonantum, 79 Walnut St is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

F a Day Middle School

B+
Public|Grades 6–8
21 Minot Pl|Less than 1 Mile Away

Horace Mann

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
225 Nevada St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Dearborn Academy

--
Private|Grades 4–12
575 Washington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Fessenden School

--
Private|Grades PK–9
250 Waltham St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Newton North High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
457 Walnut St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cabot

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
229 Cabot 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

Jewish Community Day School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
57 Stanley Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Franklin

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
125 Derby St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Clearway School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
61 Chestnut St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Henry Whittemore Elementary School

C
Public|Grades KG–5
30 Parmenter Rd|1.16 Miles Away

Mt Alvernia High School

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

Learning Preparatory School

--
Private|Grades 3–12
1507 Washington St|1.34 Miles Away

Underwood

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
101 Vernon St|1.37 Miles Away

Peirce

A
Public|Grades KG–5
170 Temple St|1.44 Miles Away

Bigelow Middle School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
42 Vernon St|1.50 Miles Away

Watertown Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
68 Waverley Ave|1.51 Miles Away

Cunniff Elementary School

C
Public|Grades KG–5
246 Warren St|1.56 Miles Away

Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program

--
Public|Grades KG–4
510 Moody St|1.56 Miles Away

C C Burr

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
171 Pine St|1.65 Miles Away

Mason-Rice

A
Public|Grades KG–5
149 Pleasant St|1.70 Miles Away

James Fitzgerald Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
140 Beal Rd|1.71 Miles Away

Perkins School for the Blind

--
Private|Grades KG–12
175 N Beacon St|1.82 Miles Away

Zervas

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
30 Beethoven Ave|1.88 Miles Away

Watertown High School

C+
Public|Grades 9–12
50 Columbia St|1.91 Miles Away

John Ward

B
Public|Grades KG–5
10 Dolphin Rd|1.92 Miles Away

John W. Mcdevitt Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
75 Church St|1.94 Miles Away

Newton Montessori School Dba Wellan Montessori

--
Private|Grades PK–7
80 Crescent Ave|1.98 Miles Away

J. R. Lowell Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
175 Orchard St|2.00 Miles Away

Transit

Located in Nonantum, 79 Walnut St is surrounded by 50+ public transit options within 2 miles. Residents enjoy easy access to well-connected transit routes serving key areas of Newton. Reliable public transportation simplifies commuting and enhances everyday mobility. This accessible setting promotes a connected and efficient urban lifestyle.

113 Crescent St

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

135 Beaver St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

1600 Washington St

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

180 Lexington St

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

181 Lexington St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

37 Elm St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk
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Transit

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Description

Located in Nonantum, 79 Walnut St is surrounded by 50+ public transit options within 2 miles. Residents enjoy easy access to well-connected transit routes serving key areas of Newton. Reliable public transportation simplifies commuting and enhances everyday mobility. This accessible setting promotes a connected and efficient urban lifestyle.

113 Crescent St

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

135 Beaver St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

1600 Washington St

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

180 Lexington St

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

181 Lexington St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

37 Elm St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

400 Centre St - East

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

400 Centre St - West

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

48 Woerd Ave

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

498 Watertown St

0.25 miles away|5 min walk

503 Watertown St

0.25 miles away|5 min walk

541 Pleasant St

0.73 miles away|14 min walk

555 Pleasant St

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

570 Pleasant St

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

590 Main St opp Hersom St

1.25 miles away|25 min walk

691 Main St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

75 Chapel St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

785 Centre St

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

78 Chapel St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

790 Centre St

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

791 Walnut St

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

796 Walnut St

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

Adams St @ Lincoln Rd

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Adams St @ Middle St

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

Adams St @ Quirk St

0.55 miles away|11 min walk

Adams St @ Washington St

0.73 miles away|15 min walk

Adams St @ Watertown St

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beacon Pk

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Arsenal St @ Beechwood Ave

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Arsenal St @ Irving St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Arsenal St opp Beacon Pk

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

Arsenal St opp Beechwood Ave

1.98 miles away|39 min walk

Auburndale

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Auburndale - Auburn St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Beaver St @ Hollace St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

Beaver St @ Warren St

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

Beaver St @ Waverley Oak Rd

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Beaver St @ Waverley Oaks Rd

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Belmont St @ Duff St

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Belmont St opp Duff St

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

California St @ Bridge St

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

Carter St opp Commuter Rail Station

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Carter St @ Waltham Comm Rail Sta

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Centre St @ Alderwood Rd

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

Centre St @ Beacon St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Centre St @ Bellevue St

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

Centre St @ Bowen St

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

Centre St @ Cabot St

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

Centre St @ Church St

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Nonantum

Nonantum is a small river village in Newton with a mix of homes and shops. The area has parks and a river path for walking and biking. This district has cafes, restaurants, bakeries, and local stores, plus grocery options and a public library. It has local schools and basic health services. The district runs local events and a seasonal market. The area offers playgrounds and quiet streets. It has easy access to major roads and public transportation, and people use nearby trains and buses to reach Boston and other job centers.

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Neighbourhood Description

Nonantum is a small river village in Newton with a mix of homes and shops. The area has parks and a river path for walking and biking. This district has cafes, restaurants, bakeries, and local stores, plus grocery options and a public library. It has local schools and basic health services. The district runs local events and a seasonal market. The area offers playgrounds and quiet streets. It has easy access to major roads and public transportation, and people use nearby trains and buses to reach Boston and other job centers.

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79 Walnut St Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.73% are children aged 0–14, 18.67% are young adults between 15–29, 22.48% are adults aged 30–44, 21.27% are in the 45–59 range and 20.85% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 65.09% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 8.31%, walking around 4.64%, biking around 1.39%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 59.49% of units owner occupied and 40.51% are rented. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 34.94% are single family homes and 7.1% are multi family units. Around 24.7% are single-person households, while 75.3% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 29.96% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 12.93% have high school or college education. Another 4.21% hold diplomas while 40.42% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 12.49% with other types of qualifications.

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Demographics Description

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.73% are children aged 0–14, 18.67% are young adults between 15–29, 22.48% are adults aged 30–44, 21.27% are in the 45–59 range and 20.85% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 65.09% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 8.31%, walking around 4.64%, biking around 1.39%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 59.49% of units owner occupied and 40.51% are rented. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 34.94% are single family homes and 7.1% are multi family units. Around 24.7% are single-person households, while 75.3% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 29.96% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 12.93% have high school or college education. Another 4.21% hold diplomas while 40.42% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 12.49% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

16.73%

15–29 Years

18.67%

30–44 Years

22.48%

45–59 Years

21.27%

60+ Years

20.85%

Commute

8.31%

Transit

4.64%

Walk

65.09%

Drive

1.39%

Bike

Housing Ownership

59.49%

Owner Occupied

40.51%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
34.94%
Multi Family
7.1%
Single Person
24.7%
Multi Person
75.3%

Average Income

Household:$13,317,358.69 /yr

Individual:$6,863,265.06 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree29.96%
High School College12.93%
Diploma4.21%
Post Graduate40.42%
Others12.49%
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Education

Diploma4.21%
Post Graduate40.42%
Others12.49%
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