
26 Walnut Pl Newton — Photo 1 of 40
$1,349,000
Investment Analysis — 26 Walnut Pl
Newton, MA 02458 — Newtonville
Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 4-bedroom in 02458 carries an estimated $4,140/mo in gross rent — about a 1.87% cap rate and $25,289/yr in estimated NOI at the $1,349,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
SqFt
2,218
Style
Single Family
Built
1880
Discover the timeless appeal of this wonderful & unique Queen Anne Victorian home, built in 1880 and ideally located in the heart of Newtonville Square. Rich in historic character and in the same family for several generations, this is a very special opportunity to own a distinctive Victorian home and create your own chapter in its remarkable history. This four-bedroom home offers a wonderful blend of period charm, fantasic custom woodwork, comfortable living space, and lots of possibilities for personal updates. The home’s layout provides ample room for everyday living, space for working from home, and entertaining. The front porch welcomes you into the main level that features a gorgeous front entry hall with restored original trim and molding details that is open to a nice sunlit living room with an elegant fireplace mantle. French doors lead to a small but quant study with a stained glass window. There is a formal dining room that leads to a step down family room addition with direct access to the rear yard and patio. An antique eat-in-kitchen with a half bath off the butler's pantry and soapstone sink go hand in hand with a classic old gas stove and an original Westinghouse refrigerator, still in daily use condition. The 2nd level offers 4 ample bedrooms & a family bathroom. There is a walk up attic with a large finished bonus room and excellent vaulted ceiling storage space, potentially upgradable to finished living space. The lower level offers another (unheated) office space & even more storage. This adorable home offers so many possibilities! Set in one of Newton’s most desirable and vibrant villages, the property enjoys convenient access to Newtonville’s unique shops, bustling restaurants, commuter rail & express bus to downtown Boston, Fenway Park and easy access to major commuting routes. Enjoy terrific walking access to all levels of top rated public & private schools. This is a true find for those looking for an practically untouched gem of a home to make their own. First showings at open houses this week.
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 2,218 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,298 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.
Estimates — not financial advice
These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.
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Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,First16.4 x 12.6
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Dining Room
Lvl Main,First12.9 x 12.6
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First13.3 x 12.4
Bathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Pantry, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
Office
Lvl Basement11 x 10.7
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Family Room
Lvl Main,First20 x 11.9
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access, Lighting - Sconce
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second13.3 x 10.8
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second12.6 x 12.5
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second12.6 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second13.9 x 8.6
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl First6.4 x 3.6
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second6.8 x 6.3
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood
Listing Agent: Ed Lyon
Listing Office: Preservation Properties
MLS® Number: 73578710
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