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Listing broker remarks

Classic Colonial in desirable Waban, offering timeless character, thoughtful updates, and a private, tree-lined setting. This 4BR, 1.5BA home features beautiful hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout. An elegant fire place living room, formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook. Updates over the past 3 years include a new roof, wood-framed windows, cedar shingles, a new deck and new stainless appliances. The walk-up attic with high ceilings offers excellent storage and future expansion potential. The finished basement offers flexible space. One-car garage and freshly paved driveway are accessed via a private abutters-only roadway. An additional lot with mature trees provides exceptional privacy. Conveniently located near parks, shops, restaurants, the Waban T station, and the Zervas Elementary School. Convenient access to major routes.— Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Key details

  • 1,936 sq ft
  • 9,395 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1932 built
  • $722 / sq ft
  • $11,610 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠8⁠2⁠0⁠1⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
21 Allen Ave
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02468
Deed (Bk/Pg)
50682 / 261

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Beethoven - Allen Avenues

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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.