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$2,450,000
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127 Commonwealth Ave

Newton, MA 02467
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 2 Half Baths
square feet
4,715 Ft²
$13,729
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Located on Chestnut Hill just moments from Boston College, the Green B Line, and the beautiful Chestnut Hill Reservoir, this stunning Colonial estate features timeless architecture, exquisite high-end finishes. Set in one Newton's most prestigious neighborhoods, this 1920s brick Colonial SF offers 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths. Enjoy unparalleled luxury with soaring windows, beautiful hardwood floors, stunning original millwork throughout, and multiple grand fireplaces. The main level starts off to impress at the main entrance, with a stately front brick porch with grand columns that opens to a magnificent entry foyer with high ceiling and stunning wood milling and wainscotting.  The high-end finishes continue to an elegant living room, with exposed beam tray ceiling, beautiful arched windows, and a grand fireplace. The formal dining is wrapped in custom wood millwork, with entryway and window arches.  The very well-appointed kitchen dazzles with exposed wood beams and brick, high end appliances and well-thought out workflow including a large kitchen island and a refined butler's pantry. The first floor also features a private study, and family room that opens directly to a charming patio. The second floor offers four spacious bedrooms, including the stunning primary suite with a huge main bedroom including a stately fireplace, charming walk out private deck, a full walk-in cedar closet, and a large master bath with jacuzzi tub and the first laundry set. The third floor provides a private retreat with an additional bedroom, kitchenette, full bath, and separate entrance-ideal for guests, an au pair, or extended family. The grounds pay proper homage to their English and colonial roots, with mature plantings and exquisite landscaping providing a tranquil retreat for the large paver rear porch and patio. A basement with workshop also features additional laundry, while the garage provides convenient commuting options beyond this home's amazing location on Chestnut Hill.
Unit Size
4,715 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.28 acres
Price per sqft
$520
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,698
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1920

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Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 9, 2026 Listed by Blue Ocean Realty, LLC $2,450,000
Listed by Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
Mar 17, 2025 Sold
Sold
Jan 25, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Jan 15, 2025 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton $2,300,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Spectacular 1920s brick Colonial located in Chestnut Hill and very close to Boston College this is a special home loaded w/details and great potential. Original wood trim/moldings work their way throughout the main floor. Enjoy a gracious entryway, a living room w/ large floor to ceiling windows, FP, hardwood floors throughout and a very open kitchen complete w/a beautiful butlers pantry and an abundance of storage. A room ideal as a den or family room opens up to the back patio. Work from home in the adjoining home office! 4 amazing sized bedrooms plus a full family bath make up the 2nd floor. The primary suite has its own full bath w/jacuzzi tub, W/D, its own cedar closet and FP. Another BR has its own 1/4 bath. The 3rd floor is a pleasant surprise w/a sizeable BR, kitchenette, full BA & a private entrance. There is a partially finished basement w/ another laundry room and garage parking for 1 car. A serene back yard located off the pretty patio offers nice privacy.
Aug 24, 2015 Sold
Sold
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Driveway
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Office, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Door Features: French Doors
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Flooring - Laminate
Rooms: 12
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces: 3
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 4715
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1920
Building Area Total: 4715
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Construction Materials: Brick
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Lot Features: Steep Slope
Lot Size Area: 0.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Lot Size Square Feet: 12196
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $2,103,300
Tax Annual Amount: $20,381
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air, Ductless
Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Active Solar
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Effective Year Built: 1920
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 12
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 2
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 1,775
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12,014
  • Total Building Area: 3,468
  • Gross Building Area: 7,137
  • Building Area: 3,468
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,468
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000276
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Newton School District
  • School Tax School District: NEWTON SD
  • Census Tract: 373500

Zoning

  • Zoning: SR2

Geography

  • Account Number: 63008 0050
  • District: 207
  • Parcel: NEWT S:63 B:008 L:0050
  • Block: 8
  • Lot: 50
  • Municipality: NEWTON
  • Latitude: 42.3381
  • Longitude: -71.1718

    Address

  • Full Address: 127 Commonwealth Ave
  • Address - House Number: 127
  • Address - Street Name: Commonwealth
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Chestnut Hill
  • Carrier Code: C007
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1004
  • Zip Code: 02467

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,898,100

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1785
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 76
  • Final Value: 2,383,218
  • High Value: 2,808,846
  • Low Value: 1,957,590

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,944,800
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,260,400
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $684,400

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 24, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 142874
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 19, 2012
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 127 Commonwealth Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 127 Commonwealth Avenue was built in 1920 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $1,500,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 127 Commonwealth Avenue is $2,474,500.
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