34 Foster Street

Newton, MA 02460

$1,775,000
Price
6
Beds
2
Baths
3,435 Sq. Ft.
$517 / Sq. Ft.
3,435
Sq. Ft.
$517
per Sq. Ft.

Description

34 Foster St. in Newtonville has all the things you can't change in real estate. Prime location on a tree-lined street, architectural style, period detail, perfect size and layout make this arguably the best value in the city. This Queen Anne Victorian (C'1896) with gambrel roof greets you with mature landscaping and a curved mahogany porch and side entry. The gracious foyer leads to two parlors; one with leaded-glass windows and one with a stunning fireplace and bow front. A large dining room with...34 Foster St. in Newtonville has all the things you can't change in real estate. Prime location on a tree-lined street, architectural style, period detail, perfect size and layout make this arguably the best value in the city. This Queen Anne Victorian (C'1896) with gambrel roof greets you with mature landscaping and a curved mahogany porch and side entry. The gracious foyer leads to two parlors; one with leaded-glass windows and one with a stunning fireplace and bow front. A large dining room with another fireplace and bow front adjoins the kitchen and two classic pantries. There's a full bath and a rear mudroom/ laundry area that accesses the private, rear yard with patio and shed. The second floor has an open landing with four generously-sized bedrooms and bath. A staircase leads to two bedrooms on the top floor. Add your own signature to the rich detail, light and space in this quality home and create a new set of memories. Accessible to schools, shops, eateries and commuter rail.
  1. Listed by Bill Aibel • Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details for 34 Foster Street

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

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Property Details for 34 Foster Street

StatusActive
MLS #73251258
Days on Market87
Taxes$13,031 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1896
CountyMiddlesex County

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Building Information for 34 Foster Street

Stories-Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,562 SF

Property Information for 34 Foster Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 3435.0
  • Color: Fern
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: 34 Foster is in the Newtonville Local Historic District. The 2 bedrooms on the 3rd floor have electric heat only. Original double-hung windows with storm windows. Some water penetration occurs under some conditions in one area of the unfinished basement.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:21 B:029 L:0003,684776
  • Assessments: $1,335,100
  • Book: 52979
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: MR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 34 Foster Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 34 Foster Street

Taxable ValueLand$831,500Additions$503,600Total$1,335,100
Tax Record2024$13,031 ($1,086 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,435 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,435 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,393 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,562 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1897ZoningMR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:21 B:029 L:0003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 34 Foster Street

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Edco Secondary Education Program
Private6 to 12

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34 Foster Street is a single family home for sale in Newton, MA 02460. This property was listed for sale on June 12, 2024 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, it's currently listed at $1,775,000. It has been on the market for a total of 87 days and was last sold on June 12, 2009. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Horace Mann Elementary School, F A Day Middle School and Newton North High School. 34 Foster Street is a 6-bed, 2-bath, 3,435 sqft single family home built in 1896.

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