261 Franklin St Newton, MA 02458

Last Updated: 29 Jan 2024

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Single Family
  • 8,208 sqft
  • 5 beds
  • 2 baths
Property Report

Facts about property

  • Built in

    1890
  • Property use

    Single Family
  • Lot size

    9,877 sqft
  • Effective area

    7,334 sqft
  • Gross building area

    8,208 sqft
  • Building type

    Residential
  • Rooms

    9
  • Bedrooms

    5
  • Bathrooms

    3
  • Stories

    2
  • Exterior condition

    Average
  • Trim

    None
  • Foundation type

    Brick/Fldstone
  • Roof material

    Asphalt Shingl
  • Fuel type

    Oil
  • Frontage

    80 feet
  • Finished attic area

    874 sqft
  • Basement area

    1,873 sqft
  • Porch area

    180 sqft
  • Enclosed porch area

    36 sqft
  • Deck area

    747 sqft

Exterior Home Features

  • Exterior walls

    Clapboard
  • Roof type

    Hip

Heating & Cooling

  • Heat type

    Steam

Features

  • Bath quality

    Below Average

A possession at 261 Franklin St, Newton, Massachusetts. It is situated down the street. This property has 7,334 sqft of effective area. The interior features five bedrooms and two bathrooms. According to the records this address has one business.

Businesses

OrganizationMore Info
Jacqueline Becker Fine Arts Consulting Services
Industry:
Services-Misc

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Assessment history

YearAssessment
2016$1,188,300
2015$1,076,900
2014$1,023,400
2013$1,023,400
2012$1,023,400
2011$1,011,000
2010$1,031,600
2009$1,052,700
2008$1,052,700
2007$1,029,300
2006$999,300
2005$951,700
2004$868,700
2003$823,700
2002$823,700
2001$681,100
2000$622,000
1999$566,000
1998$457,200
1997$425,300
1996$405,000
1995$423,700
1994$403,500
1993$403,500
1992$413,600

Incident history

Fire Incident History

04 Feb 2007 Building fires
Property Use —
1 or 2 family dwelling
Actions Taken —
Extinguish
Area of Origin —
Cooking area, kitchen
First Ignition —
Electrical wire, cable insulation
Heat Source —
Arcing
Equipment Involved :
Kitchen & Cooking Equipment
Equipment Brand :
MAYTAG
Equipment Model :
#ACO1860AS
Equipment Serial Number :
12239662CL
Equipment Power :
Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts)
Equipment Portability :
Stationary
Property Loss :
$10,000

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Incidents registered in Federal Emergency Management Agency

03 Jul 2009 Power line down
Property Use —
Pipeline, power line or other utility right of way
Actions Taken —
Investigate

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Building Permits

Aug 1, 2014
Description: Remove section of existing porch and replace 160sf of existing; replace in kind
  • Valuation: $1,040,000
  • Fee: $193.44 paid to City of Newton, Massachusetts
  • Parcel #: 72008 0005
  • Permit #: 14080007
Oct 5, 2011
Description: Strip and re-roof house and garage, no structural work
  • Valuation: $2,740,000
  • Fee: $528.24 paid to City of Newton, Massachusetts
  • Parcel #: 72008 0005
  • Permit #: 11100152

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Schools nearby

Name Type Grade Distance
Elementary school
Cabot Elementary School
229 Cabot St, Newtonville, MA 02460
Public K-5 & ungraded 0.81

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FAQ

When was the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA completed?
The house situated at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA was completed in 1890.
What is the size of the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The house situated at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA has a floor area of 8,208 square feet.
How many bedrooms are in the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The house situated at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA features a total of 5 bedrooms.
What is the bathroom count in the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The house situated at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA includes a total of 2 bathrooms.
What is the architectural style or type of the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The property located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA is classified as a Single Family residential dwelling.
Have there been any fire-related events in close proximity to the house located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The most recent fire incident involving the house at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA occurred in 2007. Additional fire incidents related to this property can be accessed through the provided link.
Have there been any reported FEMA incidents at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The most recent recorded FEMA incident at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA took place in 2009. Additional FEMA incidents on Franklin St can be found through the provided link.
Have there been any documented renovations at the property located at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA?
The most recent recorded home renovation at 261 Franklin St, Newton, MA took place in 2014. Additional registered reconstructions for this house can be found at the provided link.

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