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140 Pleasant St Newton — Photo 1 of 40

$2,400,000

140 Pleasant St, Newton, MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 — Newton Centre

Beds

Baths

SqFt

3,145

Style

Single Family

Built

1874

Attention buyers, developers, and renovators! Rare opportunity to own nearly an acre of land in the heart of Newton Centre, directly across from Mason-Rice Elementary School. This charming antique home, which has been in the same family for 63 years, offers endless potential—restore and customize it to your vision, or explore development possibilities including potential rear lot subdivision (buyer to perform due diligence). A truly unique offering in a prime location with exceptional upside.

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$763/sqft

Local Avg (Newton)$615/sqft

24% AboveMarket Average

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

Financials

Original Price$2,400,000

Annual Taxes$16,143

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10

Fireplaces2

FlooringWood, Tile, Hardwood

BasementFull, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas

CoolingNone

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationStone

ZoningSR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.98

SqFt Lot42,540

Lot FeaturesEasements, Sloped

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Highway Access • Public School

Geography

Property History

Listed

$2,400,000

Sep 24, 2026

MLS® 73582468

Expired

$2,799,000

Aug 31, 2026

MLS® 73507450

Expired

$2,600,000

Aug 31, 2026

MLS® 73499818

Listed

$2,799,000

Apr 25, 2026

MLS® 73507450

Listed

$2,600,000

Apr 10, 2026

MLS® 73499818

Population

18,449

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

Median Household Income

$228K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

17.3%

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 3,145 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 42,540 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 02459 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Gore Lietzke Group

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

MLS® Number: 73582468