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Listing broker remarks

Timeless Tudor character meets modern living in this beautifully updated brick home on a magnificent corner lot in Newton’s coveted Ward School neighborhood. Over 5,700 SF across four finished levels, highlighted by an exceptional, flowing main-level entertainment space with exquisite millwork, coffered ceiling, marble fireplace and French doors to a private deck and landscaped grounds. Updated kitchen with newer appliances, renovated baths and modern amenities throughout. The 2nd floor offers 5 bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with 2 walk-in closets and spa-like bath. The expansive 3rd floor is an open, full-floor retreat with skylights, cedar closet and full bath. Walkout lower level offers 2 recreation rooms, fireplace, separate entrance and ample storage. Fenced yard with deck and patio, attached 2-car garage, two-stage HVAC and double boiler system. Minutes to Newton Centre, Boston and Cambridge.— Compass

Key details

  • 5,732 sq ft
  • 12,055 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 5.5 baths
  • 1920 built
  • $549 / sq ft
  • $26,450 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠4⁠4⁠4⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
421 Waverley Ave
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02458
Deed (Bk/Pg)
72980 / 227

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Goddard Estate

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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.