Middlesex County and Newton City property record for 872 Chestnut St, Waban, MA 02468
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,860 sqft · built 1930 |
| Lot Size | 0.171 acres (7,442 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $1,272,500 (Jun 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $18,218 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2021 Refinance May 2023 Line of Credit + 2 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 54001 0025 |
| Primary APN | 54001 0025 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 4.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 9 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,860 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 4,248 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,091 sqft |
| Basement Area | 841 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 259 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1930 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1930 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Construction Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 7,442 sqft (0.171 acres) |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Steam |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Account Number | 54001 0025 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST |
| City | WABAN |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 02468-2320 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | SR2 |
| Legal Subdivision | HOWARD PARK |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 25 |
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Township / Civil Division | NEWTON |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3018 |
| Census Tract | 374200 |
872 Chestnut St is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in June 2019.
Source: Middlesex County and Newton City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Refinance LEADER BANK NA |
| May 5, 2023 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit LEADER BANK NA |
| Feb 26, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Refinance LEADER BANK NA |
| Jun 17, 2019 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer · Stand-Alone First Mortgage LEADER BANK NA |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jun 17, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jun 17, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | May 12, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 72774 / 241 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 72774-241 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Property Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 3, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0077333-31 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 26, 2021 |
| Book Page | 77333/31 |
| Instrument | 67179 |
| Name | LEADER BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Stand-Alone Refinance |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Property Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 3, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 081499-424 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 5, 2023 |
| Book Page | 81499/424 |
| Instrument | 45997 |
| Name | LEADER BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Property Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 22, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 74183-358 |
|---|---|
| Date | Feb 26, 2020 |
| Book Page | 74183/358 |
| Instrument | 27957 |
| Name | LEADER BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Stand-Alone Refinance |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Mar 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Recording Date | Jun 17, 2019 |
| Property Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Document Number | 72774-241 |
| Book / Page | 72774 / 241 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Instrument | 82621 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 12, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 872 CHESTNUT ST, WABAN, MA 02468-2320 |
| Document Number | 82622 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 17, 2019 |
| Instrument | 82622 |
| Name | LEADER BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Stand-Alone First Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
The 2026 property tax bill for 872 Chestnut St was $18,218, up 3.5% from the year before.
Source: Middlesex County and Newton City assessment roll, as of April 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Municipality | Newton City |
| Unified School District | Newton School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $18,218.00 (+3.51%) | $1,880,100 (+4.68%) Land $1,199,100 Building $681,000 | $1,801,200 (-) |
| 2025 | $17,601.00 (+27.71%) | $1,796,000 (+27.19%) Land $1,142,000 Building $654,000 | $1,801,200 (+11.13%) |
| 2024 | $13,782.00 (+4.65%) | $1,412,100 (+9.15%) Land $1,108,700 Building $303,400 | $1,620,795 |
| 2023 | $13,170.00 | $1,293,700 Land $847,500 Building $446,200 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 872 Chestnut St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 2 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 872 Chestnut St is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.1% of the US · lower than 98.7% of Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | NEWTON WATER DEPT. (MWRA) serves 88,931 people · EPA ID MA3207000 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from MWRA |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 352 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband Cable | 1,500 / 50 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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