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$2,081,625
↓ $100K (4.2%)
● House - Off Market

71 Commonwealth Ave

Newton, MA 02467
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,860 Ft²
$3,278,146
RealtyHop Estimate
56.10%
Since Nov 1, 2017
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

A true Urban Oasis! This elegant Spanish Colonial home was built in 1913, is tucked away on a private 1/2 acre of landscaped grounds in prime Chestnut Hill. This beautiful home has been extensively renovated for today's modern living. There are 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms. The sun drenched first floor is complete with a chef's kitchen, open living and dining room, and family room with floor to ceiling windows. This incredible property boasts a heated in-ground pool and cabana. Located minutes from public transportation, private and public schools, Boston College, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, shops and restaurants at The Street and Chestnut Square. A short commute to Boston, Cambridge, and Longwood Medical area.
Unit Size
3,860 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.46 acres
Price per sqft
$544
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,843
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1913

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #72177888)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 30, 2024 Price Decreased $2,299,000
↓ $100K (4.2%)
Price Decreased
Mar 14, 2024 Price Decreased $2,399,000
↓ $100K (4%)
Price Decreased
Jan 24, 2024 Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate $2,499,000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
This elegant Spanish Colonial home was built in 1913 and has been updated for today's modern living. There are 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms. The sun-drenched first floor is complete with a chef's kitchen, open living and dining room, and family room with floor to ceiling windows. Located minutes from public transportation, private and public schools, Boston College, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, shops and restaurants at The Street and Chestnut Square. A short commute to Boston, Cambridge, and Longwood Medical area.
Dec 29, 2023 Temporarily off market -
Temporarily off market
Nov 28, 2023 Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate $2,499,000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
This elegant Spanish Colonial home was built in 1913 and has been updated for today's modern living. There are 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms. The sun-drenched first floor is complete with a chef's kitchen, open living and dining room, and family room with floor to ceiling windows. Located minutes from public transportation, private and public schools, Boston College, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, shops and restaurants at The Street and Chestnut Square. A short commute to Boston, Cambridge, and Longwood Medical area.
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1913
  • Effective Year Built: 1913
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 7
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 3
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 6
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 6
  • Basement Area: 1,857
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 12

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20,062
  • Total Building Area: 4,048
  • Gross Building Area: 6,752
  • Building Area: 4,048
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 4,048
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000461
  • 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: MR1

Geography

  • Account Number: 63001 0013
  • District: 207
  • Parcel: NEWT S:63 B:001 L:0013
  • Block: 1
  • Lot: 13
  • Municipality: NEWTON
  • Latitude: 42.3395
  • Longitude: -71.1699

    Address

  • Full Address: 71 Commonwealth Ave
  • Address - House Number: 71
  • Address - Street Name: Commonwealth
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Chestnut Hill
  • Carrier Code: C007
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1003
  • Zip Code: 02467

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $2,999,500
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2024

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.0778
  • Valuation Date: Apr 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 94
  • Final Value: 2,492,835
  • High Value: 2,686,835
  • Low Value: 2,298,835

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $3,073,300
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,529,200
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $1,544,100

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 01, 2021
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 01, 2021
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 239603
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 30, 2017
  • Previous Sale Amount: $2,081,625
  • Previous Sale Document Type: O
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 71 Commonwealth Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 71 Commonwealth Avenue was built in 1913 and last sold on Nov 1, 2021 for $3,250,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 71 Commonwealth Avenue is $2,321,990.
What are some comparable homes to 71 Commonwealth Avenue?
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