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44 Putnam Street Newton — Photo 1 of 42

$3,900,000

44 Putnam Street, Newton, MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465 — West Newton Hill

Beds

Baths

5.5

SqFt

6,097

Style

Single Family

Built

1886

Meticulously restored/fully renovated/DELEADED Victorian set on a tree-lined street in coveted West Newton Hill offers the best of both worlds: infrastructure of new construction + incredible period detail! Since ‘22: basement renovated w/state-of-the-art mechanicals, 400amps, office, gym, full bath & endless storage; new roof, re-furbished exterior, weatherproofing; award-winning new baths, updated kitchen, stone retaining wall allowing for level yard, professionally landscaped grounds; new 2-car heated garage w/ EV & sunny office/gym above, & more! PLUS the splendor of exquisite original millwork, soaring ceilings, oversized fireplaces & expansive front porch common in the late 1800s. Great layout w/ double parlor living & family room flowing to large dining room, pantry & eat-in-kitchen with glass sliders to deck and yard. Spacious Primary features a spa-like bath w/ all the bells & whistles, custom walk-in closet & sitting area. Walk to Pierce School & West Newton Square, easy access to Pike, downtown & Cambridge.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$640/sqft

Local Avg (Newton)$597/sqft

7% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.

Financials

Original Price$3,900,000

Annual Taxes$27,284

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms13

Fireplaces6

FlooringWood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate

BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Concrete

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas

CoolingCentral Air, Ductless

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar

ZoningSR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.42

SqFt Lot18,164

Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third

Bedroom 4Bedroom 5

Second

Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2Bathroom 3

Main,First

Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily Room

Unknown

Office

Living Room

Lvl Main,First

14 x 22

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Pocket Door

Dining Room

Lvl Main,First

17 x 13

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door

Kitchen

Lvl Main,First

25 x 20

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding

Office

Lvl null

29 x 17

Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Family Room

Lvl Main,First

14 x 17

Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door

Master Bedroom

Lvl Second

15 x 21

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding

Bedroom 2

Lvl Second

13 x 15

Bedroom 3

Lvl Second

25 x 14

Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding

Bedroom 4

Lvl Third

21 x 13

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant

Bedroom 5

Lvl Third

18 x 11

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant

Bathroom 1

Lvl Second

10 x 13

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub

Bathroom 2

Lvl Second

12 x 10

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub

Bathroom 3

Lvl Second

8 x 5

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Population

11,697

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$194K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

30.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 6,097 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 18,164 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Newton, MA market report ZIP 02465 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: The Gillach Group

Listing Office: William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

MLS® Number: 73574819