Own a piece of Newton’s history at 303 Ward Street. This distinguished turn-of-the-century residence, known as the John Harbach House, presents a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a grand home rich in character. Set on a generous lot in a highly desirable location, the property showcases original architectural details, high ceilings, and a gracious floor plan with endless potential. One of the few remaining Federal-style homes in Newton, it offers timeless charm and exceptional scale. Thoughtfully update and personalize a truly special space, ideally situated near Newton Centre, top public and private schools, parks, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes.
— MLSPIN #: 73358360Map of 303 Ward Street, Newton, MA 02459
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| List Price: | $1,995,000 |
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| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73358360 |
| Town: | Newton |
| Neighborhood: | Newton Center |
| County: | Middlesex |
| Zip: | 02459 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms: | 5 |
| Full Baths: | 2 |
| Half Baths: | 2 |
| Living Area: | 5,633 sqft |
| Acres: | 0.62 |
| Taxes: | 22,374 |
| Appliances: | Refrigerator |
| Cooling: | None |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Hardwood |
| Heating: | Steam, Natural Gas |
| Lot Features: | Corner Lot |
| Parking Features: | Under, Off Street |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built: | 1800 |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Directions: | Centre Street to Ward Street |
| Laundry Features: | Main Level, First Floor |
| Foundation Details: | Stone |
| Fireplace Features: | Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-04-10 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.62 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 26,880 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 4 |
| Rooms Total: | 12 |
| Architectural Style: | Federal |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Building Area Source: | Measured |
| Building Area Total: | 5,633 |
| Community Features: | Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School |
| Exterior Features: | Porch, Fenced Yard, Garden |
| Fencing: | Fenced |
| Interior Features: | Sun Room |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Parcel Number: | S:73 B:033 L:0017A, 703568 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Porch |
| Road Frontage Type: | Public |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Utilities: | for Gas Range |
| Zoning: | SR2 |
| Covered Spaces: | 1 |
| Elementary School: | Ward |
| Garage Spaces: | 1 |
| High School: | Newton North Hs |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Bigelow Ms |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Disclosures: | Property being sold as-is. |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Color: | Gray |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| Heat Zones: | 3 |
| Laundry Dimen: | 4X5 |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $354.16 |
| Page: | 181 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $354.16 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | Yes |
| Sub Agency Offered: | No |
| Year Round: | Yes |
| Original List Price: | $1,995,000 |
| Parking Total: | 5 |
| Room Bedroom2 Area: | 180 |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Bedroom2 Length: | 15 |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom2 Width: | 12 |
| Room Bedroom3 Area: | 136 |
| Room Bedroom3 Features: | Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Bedroom3 Length: | 17 |
| Room Bedroom3 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom3 Width: | 8 |
| Room Bedroom4 Area: | 81 |
| Room Bedroom4 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Bedroom4 Length: | 9 |
| Room Bedroom4 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom4 Width: | 9 |
| Room Bedroom5 Area: | 324 |
| Room Bedroom5 Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Bedroom5 Length: | 27 |
| Room Bedroom5 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom5 Width: | 12 |
| Room Dining Room Area: | $144.00 |
| Room Dining Room Features: | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Dining Room Length: | 12 |
| Room Dining Room Level: | First |
| Room Dining Room Width: | 12 |
| Room Family Room Area: | 418 |
| Room Family Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Family Room Length: | 19 |
| Room Family Room Level: | First |
| Room Family Room Width: | 22 |
| Room Kitchen Area: | 144 |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Pantry, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup |
| Room Kitchen Length: | 16 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Width: | 9 |
| Room Living Room Area: | 420 |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture |
| Room Living Room Length: | 15 |
| Room Living Room Level: | First |
| Room Living Room Width: | 28 |
| Room Master Bedroom Area: | 210 |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Master Bedroom Length: | 14 |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Second |
| Room Master Bedroom Width: | 15 |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $2,283,100 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Year Built Details: | Actual |
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MLS Property Information Network, Inc. data last updated on April 18, 2025 08:54 PM
Property Last Updated: April 14, 2025 03:07 AM
Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Listing Agent: Felicia Captain
781-775-9925
