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Newton 02459 Newton Center
799 Commonwealth Avenue
$2,699,000
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799 Commonwealth Avenue

Newton, MA 02459
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
4,403 Ft²
$14,970
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Prime Newton Centre location. Set on the Carriage Lane of Commonwealth Avenue is this stately brick Colonial-style residence with a slate roof. Well-maintained, the home has been carefully renovated, incorporating modern amenities for today's lifestyle. Off the foyer is the living room, with a coffered ceiling and a fireplace, that leads into a magnificent kitchen with an oversized island, breakfast bar, and top-of-the-line appliances. The elegant dining room is adjacent to a lovely sunroom overlooking the grounds. A powder room and a mudroom complete this level. On the second level is the primary bedroom suite with a dressing room and spa-like bathroom, plus two more bedrooms, another full bathroom, and laundry. The third level has two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level is comprised of a family room, bonus room, and full bathroom. In addition to a great level yard with a patio, there is a garage. Easy access to public transportation, shops, parks, and schools.
Unit Size
4,403 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.23 acres
Price per sqft
$613
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,717
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1906

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Last updated: 3 months ago (MLSPIN #73517505)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 4, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jul 14, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jul 9, 2026 Price Decreased $2,699,000
↓ $66K (2.4%)
Price Decreased
May 29, 2026 Price Decreased $2,765,000
↓ $60K (2.1%)
Price Decreased
May 13, 2026 Listed by Hammond Residential Real Estate $2,825,000
Listed by Hammond Residential Real Estate
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Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1906
  • Effective Year Built: 1906
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 3
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 6
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 6
  • Basement Area: 1,360
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,210
  • Total Building Area: 2,990
  • Gross Building Area: 4,954
  • Building Area: 2,990
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 16
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,990
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000234
  • 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: 373700

Zoning

  • Zoning: SR2

Geography

  • Account Number: 13029 0009
  • District: 207
  • Parcel: NEWT S:13 B:029 L:0009
  • Block: 29
  • Lot: 9
  • Municipality: NEWTON
  • Latitude: 42.3383
  • Longitude: -71.199

    Address

  • Full Address: 799 Commonwealth Ave
  • Address - House Number: 799
  • Address - Street Name: Commonwealth
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Newton Center
  • Carrier Code: C020
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1018
  • Zip Code: 02459

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,918,700

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.178
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 76
  • Final Value: 2,188,159
  • High Value: 2,577,841
  • Low Value: 1,798,476

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,965,900
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,202,300
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $763,600

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jun 30, 2011
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 00000011
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 799 Commonwealth Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 799 Commonwealth Avenue was built in 1906 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $1,005,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 799 Commonwealth Avenue is $2,693,998.
What are some comparable homes to 799 Commonwealth Avenue?
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