
280 Boylston St #308 Newton — Photo 1 of 40
Beds
1
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,060
Style
Condominium
Built
1970
2.625% assumable mortgage — $152,985 15 yrs left. - Fully gut-renovated 1BR/1.5BA at prestigious Imperial Towers, Chestnut Hill. Every finish custom, no expense spared. Oval tray ceiling with ambient & recessed lighting, smooth ceilings throughout (popcorn removed), engineered hardwood floors, thermally insulated replaced windows and balcony door. Custom Wolfers Lighting throughout every room.Lacquered handcrafted Norwegian kitchen: paneled refrigerator, dishwasher, trash & recycle bin, Miele wine cooler, Thermador gas cooktop, Miele oven, brand-new never-used Thermador oven, waterfall stone island, reverse osmosis filtration, recessed lighting.Spa full bath: heated floors, glass-enclosed Grohe shower, floating double vanity, floor-to-ceiling ceramic tile, recessed lighting. Half bath: floating vanity, floor-to-ceiling ceramic tile. Norwegian custom walk-in closet: ceiling-height cabinetry, built-in drawers, full-height cabinet tower. Remote-controlled blackout shades, California custom sconces.Private balcony, prime covered carport. 24hr concierge, gym, outdoor pool, EV charging. 100% owner occupied. HOA includes heat, gas, water, sewer, AC, insurance & more. Steps to Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Bloomingdale's, Wegmans, Life Time Fitness, medical centers, movie theater. Bus #60 at front door. Well-managed association with robust reserves — no special assessments. Seller concessions are available towards buyers closing costs.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Range • Refrigerator • Water Treatment • Wine Refrigerator • Range Hood • Plumbed For Ice Maker
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility
Geography
Property History
$685,000
Sep 11, 2026
MLS® 73575960
$665,000
Jul 10, 2026
MLS® 73500201
$665,000
Apr 11, 2026
MLS® 73500201
Population
23,001
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$169K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
32.3%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Norfolk County
1,524 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+52% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,030 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
Listing Agent: Dave White
Listing Office: OwnerEntry.com
MLS® Number: 73575960
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