Newton Wow House: What $1.2 Million Buys

NEWTON, MA — This sunny little yellow number just hit the market and the homeowner is asking for $1.2 million. The realtor seems to be of two minds about the home. On the one hand, the house has recently been updated and has hardwood floors throughout. But on the other hand they're calling it an opportunity to build. Perhaps it's both.

Check out the house and what the folks over at Realtor.com have to say about it:

• 87 Boulder Road , Newton, Massachusetts
• Price: $1,199,000
• Square Feet: 2600
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 3 Baths
• Built: 1950
• Features: Fantastic Opportunity To Remodel or Build Your Dream Home On A Level Fenced In Corner Lot In One Of The Best Neighborhoods Of Newton With Walking Distance To Countryside Grade School and Newton South middle school and high school. Quiet neighborhood close to all major routes, Newton Center, Chestnut Hill Mall and shopping center and golf course. Hardwood floors throughout. Updated kitchen, laundry on first floor, master bedroom with full bath and 2 huge costume built walking closets. 2 additional bedrooms on first floor and 2 car garage. 3 season porch. Finished basement with a full bath and fireplace. Approved For Demolition From Newton Historic Department. Sold as is.

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