159 Washington St #4, Newton, MA, 02458
About This Home
Seller is paying TWO FULL YEARS of HOA fees—yes, you read that right! ENTIRE Top Floor 3-Bed 1.5 Bath Newton Condo in charming 4-unit Victorian building. Walk into an Extra Large Sunny Living Room w. 20' tall vaulted ceilings, a Fireplace Mantle and custom-made window seating w. storage underneath. Chef's Kitchen ft.: Sub-Zero Refrigerator, Wine Chiller, 6-burner Wolf Gas Range, Custom-built Butcher-block Island w. a Second Copper Sink, D/W+Disposal. Walk-in Pantry + Private Porch off the Kitchen. 2 Oversize Bedrooms, 1 regular-sized. Double-sink Luxury Bathroom w. Standing Shower + Soaking Tub. 2 Deeded Parking Spaces & Private Storage Room in Basement. Conveniently located in Hunnewell Hill, this condo has the perfect balance of immediate city access while maintaining a suburban neighborhood feel. Upgrades Include: 35+ recessed lights, Electric Water Heater, ALL 5 south-facing windows in Living Room, Stackable Bosch Washer/Dryer in-unit, Resanded + Buffed Floors, Repainted Unit.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2005
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,Wine Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Unit
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Walk-up Attic,Wired for Sound
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,489
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,489
- Total interior livable area: 1,489 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Living Room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Attic Access, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Seat
Master Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Property
Details
- Parcel number: S:71 B:032 L:0003C,4557640
- Zoning: MR1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch,Garden
Lot
- Lot size: 0.38 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street,Assigned
- Uncovered spaces: 2
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
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,246 | $50,952 |
| Home Insurance * | $218 | $2,616 |
| Property Taxes | $687 | $8,244 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $5,505 | $66,060 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Price change | $874,900 |
| 2026-02-04 | Listed for sale | $899,900 |
| 2025-12-24 | Listing removed | $864,900 |
| 2025-12-02 | Price change | $864,900 |
| 2025-10-27 | Listed for sale | $874,900 |
| 2025-10-16 | Sold | $721,000 |
| 2025-10-15 | Price change | $909,900 |
| 2025-09-30 | Listed for sale | $949,900 |
| 2023-08-03 | Sold | $697,500 |
| 2016-03-17 | Listing removed | $699,000 |
| 2016-01-30 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2005-07-25 | Sold | $621,000 |
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