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Listing broker remarks

Situated on an exceptional 16,254 sq. ft. level lot in the heart of Newton Centre, this beautifully renovated 5–6 bedroom, 5.5 bath residence offers generous living space and remarkable versatility. Sun-filled rooms and a thoughtful floor plan create an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, the heart of the home, while formal living and dining rooms provide elegant gathering spaces. A private office, mudroom, and half bath complete the main level. The upper floors feature a luxurious primary suite, spacious secondary bedrooms, and flexible accommodations ideal for guests, home offices, study, or multigenerational living. A finished lower level offers additional recreation, fitness, media, and work-from-home space. Expansive outdoor grounds and a coveted Newton Centre location near village shops, restaurants, parks, top-rated schools, Boston, and Cambridge complete this exceptional offering.— Sumner Realty LLC

Key details

  • 5,573 sq ft
  • 16,254 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 5.5 baths
  • 1910 built
  • $645 / sq ft
  • $22,883 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠8⁠6⁠6⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
524 Ward St
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02459
Deed (Bk/Pg)
71952 / 77

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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.