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Listing broker remarks

First time offered in 20 years! Distinctive 3BR, 2.5BA Colonial offering approx. 1,855 SF on a 6,098 SF corner lot in Newton Highlands. A skylit entry and striking open wood staircase introduce a flexible, light-filled interior. Spacious fireplaced living room features an expansive wall of windows overlooking mature greenery. Eat-in kitchen, dining area, 1st-floor laundry and half bath. Upstairs offers 3 generous bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite. Enjoy a surprisingly private fenced backyard with mature plantings, lawn and brick-paver patio. Exceptional location near the JCC, Chabad, Nahanton Park, Countryside School, Newton Community Farm, Charles River Country Club and Needham St. shops & dining. Short drive to Newton Centre, Crystal Lake & Chestnut Hill. Easy access to Rte 9 & 128/I-95. A wonderful opportunity to update, build or personalize and make this Newton home your own. Property is being sold in AS-IS, WHERE-IS condition. Buyer and Buyer's Agent to perform their own due diligence and independently verify all information.— WT Matt Realty

Key details

  • 1,855 sq ft
  • 6,098 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1978 built
  • $700 / sq ft
  • $10,751 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠6⁠4⁠5⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
39 Charlemont Street
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02461
Deed (Bk/Pg)
45499 / 495

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Charlemont Street

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Neighborhood: Newton Highlands

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.