Set in the heart of Auburndale Village, this site offers approximately 43,783 ± sq ft of VC2-zoned land steps to village shops and a short distance to the Commuter Rail. The newly created VC2 district is designed to encourage housing and mixed-use density in Newton's village centers - making this one of the rare, well-located sites positioned to capitalize on that vision. The property presents multiple paths for value creation, including the potential to sub-divide the lot and pursue multiple buildings up to 4 stories with tight setbacks. This is a unique opportunity, don't miss out! **Rare By-Right Opportunity** This is a Broker marketed sale by Trustee and authorized by bankruptcy court. Sale by order and Trustee deed but otherwise as is, where is. Will sell with clear title, marketable insurance and free of liens and encumbrances.
| MLS # | 73506946 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2020 |
| Days On Site | 167 |
| Listing Provided By | Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton | Ward Shifman |
| Zoning | VC2 or MR1 |
|---|---|
| Acreage | 1.01 |
| Golf Course | Yes |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Rooms Total | 0 |
|---|---|
| Fireplaces Total | 0 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Corner Lot, Level |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Sewer | Public Sewer |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 0 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 2669900 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Newton |
| Zip Code | 02466 |
| Area | Auburndale |
| School District | South |
| Elementary School | Williams |
| High School | South |
| Listing VS Median (in 02466) | |
Price: $8,250,000 low | high Med: $899,000 On site: 167 low | high Med: 22 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Newton |
| Zip Code | 02466 |
| Area | Auburndale |
| School District | South |
| Elementary School | Williams |
| High School | South |
| Listing VS Median (in 02466) | |
Price: $8,250,000 low | high Med: $899,000 On site: 167 low | high Med: 22 | |
![]() | $8,250,000283 Melrose StreetNewton, MA 02466 |
![]() | $8,250,000283 Melrose StreetNewton, MA 02466 |