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  3. 987-989 Boylston Street, Newton, MA 02461
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987-989 Boylston Street Newton — Photo 1 of 31

987-989 Boylston Street Newton — Photo 1 of 31

Recent Drop: $80,000

$1,628,000
$1,548,000

$1,548,000

987-989 Boylston Street, Newton, MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461

Beds

7

Baths

3

SqFt

2,726

Style

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built

1912

Price Reduced by $80,000! Rare opportunity to own a spacious two-family home in the highly desirable Newton Highlands/Chestnut Hill area, offering an exceptional combination of location, convenience, and investment potential. Ideally situated directly across from the prestigious Longwood Cricket Club, this property is just a 10-minute walk to Eliot Station on the MBTA Green Line, providing easy access to Boston and surrounding communities. Enjoy the best of Newton living with close proximity to Newton Centre, Brookline, Boston College, Chestnut Hill Mall, fine dining, shopping, parks, and everyday amenities, all within reach. Located in the renowned Newton public school system, this property is perfect for investors, owner occupants, 1031 exchange buyers, or multi-generational living. Both units offer two levels of living space with excellent flexibility. Unit #987 is occupied by a long-term tenant, providing immediate rental income, while Unit #989 features a spacious townhouse-style layout with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, charming front porches, and can be delivered vacant for owner occupancy or market-rate rental opportunities. Recent improvements include new front-facing windows for the second-floor unit and two new hot water heaters installed in July 2026. The property also features separate utilities and systems for each unit, plus six off-street parking spaces, a rare convenience in this sought-after Newton neighborhood. With its prime location near transportation, top-rated schools, premier shopping, and vibrant community amenities, this exceptional two-family residence offers outstanding value and long-term potential. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a versatile property in one of the most desirable areas of Newton, now offered at an incredible value following an $80,000 price reduction.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$568/sqft
Local Avg (Newton)$538/sqft
6% AboveMarket Average

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

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,628,000
Annual Taxes$11,134

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12
FireplacesNone
Flooring--
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

Heating--
Cooling--
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationGranite
Zoningresident

Property & Lot

Acres0.1
SqFt Lot4,500
Lot Features--

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Highway Access • T-Station

Geography

Property History

Price Drop
$1,548,000

Was $1,628,000

Aug 6, 2026

MLS® 73546584

Listed
$1,628,000

Jul 8, 2026

MLS® 73546584

Population

6,975

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

Median Household Income

$224K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

23.8%

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)

Full Newton, MA market report ZIP 02461 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Winner Yam Mcdonald

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

MLS® Number: 73546584

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