
39 Charlemont Street Newton — Photo 1 of 16
$1,300,000
39 Charlemont Street, Newton, MA 02461
Newton, MA 02461 — Newton Highlands
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
SqFt
1,855
Style
Single Family
Built
1978
First time offered in 20 years! Distinctive 3BR, 2.5BA Colonial offering approx. 1,855 SF on a 6,098 SF corner lot in Newton Highlands. A skylit entry and striking open wood staircase introduce a flexible, light-filled interior. Spacious fireplaced living room features an expansive wall of windows overlooking mature greenery. Eat-in kitchen, dining area, 1st-floor laundry and half bath. Upstairs offers 3 generous bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite. Enjoy a surprisingly private fenced backyard with mature plantings, lawn and brick-paver patio. Exceptional location near the JCC, Chabad, Nahanton Park, Countryside School, Newton Community Farm, Charles River Country Club and Needham St. shops & dining. Short drive to Newton Centre, Crystal Lake & Chestnut Hill. Easy access to Rte 9 & 128/I-95. A wonderful opportunity to update, build or personalize and make this Newton home your own. Property is being sold in AS-IS, WHERE-IS condition. Buyer and Buyer's Agent to perform their own due diligence and independently verify all information.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.
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Geography
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
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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 1,855 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 6,098 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.
Listing Agent: William T. Matt
Listing Office: WT Matt Realty
MLS® Number: 73576454
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