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162 W Newton Street Boston — Photo 1 of 12

$3,200,000

162 W Newton Street, Boston, MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 — South End

Beds

Baths

2.5

SqFt

3,207

Style

Single Family

Built

1860

Rare South End Single-Family Offering. This home sits in a Prime South End location with private outdoor space and two direct-access parking spots. Great opportunity for developers, investors, or an end-user seeking a truly distinctive asset in one of Boston’s most coveted neighborhoods. This one won't last!

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$998/sqft

Local Avg (Boston)$677/sqft

47% AboveMarket Average

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

Financials

Original Price$3,200,000

Annual Taxes$33,535

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms11

Fireplaces4

Flooring--

BasementWalk-Out Access, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air

CoolingWindow Unit(s)

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--

Roof--

FoundationGranite

ZoningRes

Property & Lot

Acres0.04

SqFt Lot1,900

Lot FeaturesLevel

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Highway Access

Geography

Population

28,946

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

Median Household Income

$98K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

67.5%

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

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 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 3,207 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 1,900 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 Boston, MA market report ZIP 02118 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Adam Smith

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

MLS® Number: 73578648