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Listing broker remarks

Beautifully renovated single-floor ranch offering effortless one-level living in one of Newton's desirable neighborhoods. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has been thoughtfully updated with every major upgrade already complete, so you can simply move in and enjoy. The sun-filled main level features hardwood floors, new windows throughout. Beautiful skylight windows in both the dining room and primary bedroom pour in natural light year-round. The renovated kitchen boasts new cabinetry and modern finishes, ideal for everyday cooking and entertaining. Both full bathrooms have been tastefully updated with fresh fixtures and clean, contemporary design. The partially finished lower level provides valuable bonus space - perfect for an home office, playroom, or media room, plus a half bath and generous storages. A new electric water heater rounds out the list of big-ticket updates. Located near top-rated Newton schools, commuter rail, the Green Line, shops and restaurants.— Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham

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Key details

  • 2,610 sq ft
  • 10,020 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1963 built
  • $496 / sq ft
  • $11,026 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠7⁠7⁠8⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
138 Tolman St
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02465
Deed (Bk/Pg)
82853 / 540

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Neighborhood: Newton

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.