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1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 — Sold $755,000 by Michael Cogburn
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461
Another pre-probate listing closed by Michael Cogburn in Middlesex County, MA. Good work.
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461
Final sold price
SOLD$755,000
What sold at 1297 Walnut St, and for how much?
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 sold for $755,000 on June 30, 2026. The listing was handled by Michael Cogburn of Venture. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,019 sq ft, built in 1929. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Middlesex County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $755,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,019 sq ft |
| Year built | 1929 |
| County | Middlesex County, MA |
| Listing agent | Michael Cogburn, Venture |
| APN | NEWT S:83 B:002 L:0001 |
| MLS # | 73515305 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Middlesex County, Massachusetts from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands MA 02461
Property profile
- Address
- 1297 Walnut St
- City / state / ZIP
- Newton Highlands, MA, 02461
- County
- Middlesex County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1929
- APN
- NEWT S:83 B:002 L:0001
Mailing address
1297 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02461
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 10/17/2023
- Assessed value
- $704,200
- MLS #
- 73515305
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$741Calculated from a 1,019 sq ft building and $755,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value107%Sold price was 107% of the $704,200 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale987Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio18%Building footprint covers about 18% of the 5,765 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Pre-probate sales rarely move quickly, but Michael Cogburn of Venture and Venture got 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands MA 02461 in Newton Highlands closed cleanly. Venture stepped in as the buyer and the family walked away with the certainty they came in looking for. The home closed at $755,000. LeadCruncher is built to put agents in front of the next motivated heir before anyone else gets there.
- Michael Cogburn, Venture
- Venture
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 sell for?
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 sold for $755,000 on 06/30/2026.
When did 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 sell?
The transfer of 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 was recorded on in Middlesex County, MA.
Who sold 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461?
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 was listed by Michael Cogburn, Venture.
Who represented the buyer of 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461?
The buyer of 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 was represented by Venture.
What kind of property is 1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461?
1297 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1929.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Newton Highlands?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Middlesex County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by MA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Middlesex County, Massachusetts from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
To pull the recorded deed for this parcel, start with the Middlesex County, Massachusetts recorder of deeds. To understand how a pre-probate sale reaches closing, start with the references below.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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