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303 Ward Street

Newton, MA 02459

Name: Open House: 1:30pm-2:30pm
Start: 2025-04-19T13:30:00
End: 2025-04-19T14:30:00
Location: 303 Ward Street

5 beds
4 baths
5,633 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$354 per sqft
1800 build
– on site

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.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Felicia Captain / Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 16, 2025 •

MLS# 73358360 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1800
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Federal
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Porch
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Building Area Total:

5633
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Measured

Interior

Rooms Total:

12
Interior Features:

Sun Room
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Pantry, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring:

Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

4
Fireplace Features:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Main Level

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

5633
Living Area Source:

Measured
Living Room Area:

420
Living Room Length:

15
Living Room Width:

28
Kitchen Area:

144
Kitchen Length:

16
Kitchen Width:

9
Dining Room Area:

144
Dining Room Length:

12
Dining Room Width:

12
Family Room Area:

418
Family Room Length:

19
Family Room Width:

22
Bedroom 2 Area:

180
Bedroom 3 Area:

136
Bedroom 2 Length:

15
Bedroom 2 Width:

12
Bedroom 3 Length:

17
Bedroom 3 Width:

8
Bedroom 4 Area:

81
Bedroom 4 Length:

9
Bedroom 4 Width:

9
Bedroom 5 Area:

324
Bedroom 5 Length:

27
Bedroom 5 Width:

12
Master Bedroom Area:

210
Master Bedroom Length:

14
Master Bedroom Width:

15

Location

Directions:

Centre Street to Ward Street
Latitude:

42.339194
Longitude:

-71.185395

The Property

Parcel Number:

S:73 B:033 L:0017A,703568
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.62
Lot Size SqFt:

26880
Lot Size Acres:

0.62
Zoning:

SR2
Fencing:

Fenced
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

53542
Tax Annual Amount:

22374
Tax Assessed Value:

2283100

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 5 Level:

Second
Bedroom 5 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Steam
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Ward
Middle Or Junior School:

Bigelow Ms
High School:

Newton North Hs

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

1
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

5
Parking Features:

Under
Covered Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,995,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$10,682
Taxes	$1,864
Insurance	$548
Utilities	$443 See report
Total	$13,537/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/10/25 Apr 10, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$1,995,000

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This house located in Newton Center, Newton, MA 02459 is currently for sale for $1,995,000. 303 Ward Street is a 5,633 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 8 days. 303 Ward Street is in the Newton Center neighborhood of Newton and has a WalkScore® of 46, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Bigelow Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: MLSPIN and Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley.

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303 Ward Street

Newton, MA 02459