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$2,150,000
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855 Commonwealth Ave

Newton, MA 02459
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,324 Ft²
$11,813
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Gracious home on Commonwealth Avenue Carriage Lane welcomes you with a spacious foyer and an inviting sense of warmth, character and architectural detail. This beautiful 6 bedroom, 2.5bath Craftsman home reflects the charm and warmth of American Craftsman charm, featuring authentic period details from the original coffered ceiling, window seats and oak wainscoting inthe living room, to exposed eaves and exterior architectural ornamentation discovered during the 2020 total renovation of the home's exterior. The elegant living room leads to a large formal dining room which opens to an enclosed porch overlooking the yard, as well as a small butler's pantry which leads to the kitchen outfitted with custom cabinetry and hardwood floors. Generously sized bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, or additional living needs, while the first floor den adds valuable versatility. The lower level offers additional finished space complete with a fireplace, ideal as a playroom, home office, recreation area or other lifestyle needs. The third floor boasts two bedrooms with wood flooring and a finished full bathroom. This wonderful location is just minutes from the Green Line D train, schools, houses of worship, neighborhood amenities and the Mass. Pike. An added bonus – enjoy the unique experience of viewing the Boston Marathon from the comfort of your own home. A special opportunity to own a spacious, character-filled home with exceptional architectural details, inviting porches, and flexible living spaces in a highly desirable neighborhood. Open Houses Saturday 8/29 & Sunday 8/30 from 12-1:30PM.
Unit Size
3,324 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.22 acres
Price per sqft
$647
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,255
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1906

Listed By

Eric Glassoff
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

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Last updated: 2 months ago (MLSPIN #73567478)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 17, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 14, 2026 Relisted $2,150,000
Relisted
Sep 1, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Aug 24, 2026 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline $2,150,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Jan 30, 1997 Sold
Sold
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Fireplace
Parking Details
Parking Features: Off Street
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Bedroom
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Laundry Features: First Floor
Rooms: 10
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 2
Basement: Partially Finished
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 3324
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1906
Building Area Total: 3324
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 0.22
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Lot Size Square Feet: 9649
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $1,554,400
Tax Annual Amount: $15,062
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1906
  • Effective Year Built: 1906
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 3
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 1,188
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9,649
  • Total Building Area: 2,970
  • Gross Building Area: 5,247
  • Building Area: 2,970
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,970
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000222
  • 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: 24043 0025
  • District: 207
  • Parcel: NEWT S:24 B:043 L:0025
  • Block: 43
  • Lot: 25
  • Municipality: NEWTON
  • Latitude: 42.3382
  • Longitude: -71.2015

    Address

  • Full Address: 855 Commonwealth Ave
  • Address - House Number: 855
  • Address - Street Name: Commonwealth
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Newton Center
  • Carrier Code: C020
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1037
  • Zip Code: 02459

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,402,800
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2022

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1564
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 80
  • Final Value: 1,689,553
  • High Value: 1,953,909
  • Low Value: 1,425,196

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,437,300
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,192,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $245,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 30, 1997
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 855 Commonwealth Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 855 Commonwealth Avenue was built in 1906 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $448,500.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 855 Commonwealth Avenue is $2,171,500.
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