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394 Hammond St, Newton, MA, 02467

9beds
5baths
8,485sqft
$5,627,000
$663price/sqft
$35,796/moest. monthly cost
$1,431,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in Olde Chestnut Hill - this grand turn of the century victorian home is situated on almost 1 acre and offers mature trees and plantings, a large private back yard, and a separate 2+ car barn. Walking distance to many area amenities and public transportation, this elegant home is perfectly sighted away from the street and offers supreme privacy. Many restored historical details include a formal foyer with grand staircase, multiple fireplaces, and reclaimed hardwood flooring. Flooded with natural light this gracious home offers a large eat-in kitchen that overlooks the back yard, a banquet sized formal dining room, and a double parlor that is ideal for entertaining. The second floor of the home is complete with 4+ bedrooms, including a bright primary bedroom with en suite bath and study. The top floor boasts 3+ bedroom, large laundry room. Abundant storage throughout, partially finished basement, plus an outdoor covered loggia in the heart of Chestnut Hill

Getting Around

59
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
58
TransitGood Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

8/10
Bowen Elementary SchoolGrades K-51.2 mi
8/10
Oak Hill Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.9 mi
10/10
Newton South High SchoolGrades 9-121.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1880

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Victorian
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 2,500
  • Finished area above ground: 5,985

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 8,485
  • Total interior livable area: 8,485 sqft

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: S:63 B:027 L:0003,699652
  • Zoning: SR1

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch,Patio
  • Exterior features: Porch,Patio,Professional Landscaping

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.92 Acres
  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 6

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Hurricane
Ice Storm
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $28,453$341,436
Home Insurance *$1,120$13,440
Property Taxes $4,550$54,600
Electricity $1,673$20,078
Total$35,796$429,552
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$1,227,291/yr
40% on housing$1,073,880/yr
45% on housing$954,560/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$663This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02467$647
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02467$632
Middlesex County$413

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-10Price change$5,627,000
2026-01-20Listed for sale$5,977,000
2025-05-16Listing removed$6,350,000
2025-02-04Listed for sale$6,350,000
2004-11-12Sold$2,625,000
1999-09-30Sold$1,690,000
1999-07-01Sold$1,725,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichael Harper
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty - Boston

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