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Listing broker remarks

Coveted West Newton Hill! ATTN: House to be painted this summer, see photo #2! Warm and elegant south facing 10 room Colonial blends timeless character with exceptional space, offering 6 bedrooms, a private office, high ceilings, and beautiful period details. A welcoming wraparound porch leads to a gracious foyer with a turned staircase, opening to a spacious beam-accented living room, formal dining room with a bay window, and a generous eat-in kitchen. A half bath and screened porch complete the first floor. The second level features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite with a fireplace, walk-in closet, and en suite bath. The third floor offers 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a private office. The walkout lower level includes a media room with glass doors to the patio and backyard. Located near public transportation, Mass Pike, shops, & restaurants, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of classic charm and generous living space,— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 4,545 sq ft
  • 11,882 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1913 built
  • $506 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠7⁠7⁠7⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
189 Mount Vernon Street
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02465
Deed (Bk/Pg)
70779 / 489

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Neighborhood: West Newton Hill

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.