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Stately brick Colonial set in desirable Chestnut Hill near Boston College, offering timeless curb appeal, beautifully landscaped grounds & commanding presence. A warm foyer with rich hardwood floors & elegant French doors opens to a sun-filled entry porch, setting the tone for a home that balances classic charm with everyday comfort. The living room, with striking floor-to-ceiling windows, flows seamlessly into a generous dining room, ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining. A well-appointed cook's kitchen with a spacious eating area overlooks the private, level yard & hardscaped patio, a large mudroom, inviting family room & half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features an ensuite bath, with 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor offers a den, a bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or work-from-home needs. The lower level includes a large playroom, office & 2-car garage completing this exceptional home. Close to T.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms5
  • Mls StatusUnder Agreement
  • Bathroom5
  • Contingency Pending P&S
  • Parcel Number S:63 B:008 L:0004,699339
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Basic Information

  • List Price$2,750,000
  • MLS Number73505877
  • Modification Date05/01/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • PurchaseContractDate04/28/2026

Building

  • Attached Garage YN Yes
  • BasementFull, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Door Features Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces Total 2
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter
  • Garage Spaces2
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio
  • Property StyleColonial
  • Rooms13
  • Utilities For Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Window Features Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Year Built1927
  • Year Built Details Approximate, Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Pool
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • Sidewalks
    • T-Station
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Green Energy Efficient Thermostat

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $2,321,900
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$22,500

Parking

  • Parking Spaces4
  • Covered Spaces 2
  • Garage YN Yes
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features
    • Attached
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Off Street
    • On Street
    • Paved
    • Paved Drive

Location

  • NeighborhoodChestnut Hill
  • SubdivisionChestnut Hill
  • Address78 Waban Hill Road N
  • Building Number78
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetWaban Hill Road N
  • TownNewton
  • Zip02467

Property

  • Acreage0.24

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features
    • Bathroom
    • Bathroom - Full
    • Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
    • Cable Hookup
    • Cedar Closet(s)
    • Closet
    • Closet - Double
    • Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
    • Game Room
    • Home Office
    • Lighting - Sconce
    • Mud Room
    • Recessed Lighting
    • Wired for Sound

Property Information

  • Square Feet4,694
  • Building Area Source Measured
  • Living Area 4,694
  • Lot Size Square Feet 10,599
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

School Information

  • High School Newton North
  • Elementary SchoolWard
  • High SchoolNewton
  • Junior HighBigelow

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 Main, First
  • Bathroom 2 Second
  • Bathroom 3 Second
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 4.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second
  • Bedroom 3 Second
  • Bedroom 4 Second
  • Bedroom 5 Third
  • Dining Room Main, First
  • Family Room Main, First
  • Full Bath4
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen Main, First
  • Living Room Main, First
  • Main Level Bathrooms 1
  • Master Bedroom Second
  • Office Third

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • Decorative Lighting
    • Garden
    • Patio
    • Professional Landscaping
    • Rain Gutters
    • Sprinkler System
    • Stone Wall
  • Fencing Fenced/Enclosed
  • RoofSlate

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Other

  • Date Listed04/22/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count3

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Listed by Ilene Solomon of Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

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