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  • $2,441,300

    305 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02467

    6beds
    4,732sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1896
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $2,441,300 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $8,939 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,441,300

    $2.17M - $2.76M

    $8,939/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Watch the Boston Marathon from your front porch at the top of Heartbreak Hill! You will be charmed by this grand Victorian beautifully sited on its lot & surrounded by a distinctive fence. This home retains much period detail with many leaded and stained glass windows and beautiful woodwork. The sunny, front to back living room features lovely wainscoting, built-ins and large bow windows. The sunny dining room leads to a large eat-in kitchen. Off the kitchen, you will find a comfortable screened porch and laundry. A beautiful staircase leads to a large master with charming windows, window seats, an adjoining sitting room and bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms and bath. 4 rooms plus a bath on the third floor are perfect for guest space, offices, or as an au pair suite. The finished lower has features a large play room. Systems have been updated. This wonderful property has a 2 car garage and is convenient to public transportation, the Ward School and all that Newton has to offer.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • Other
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Cable Available, Security System
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 4,732 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Vinyl
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: NEWTS61B010L0001

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • brick
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1896

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, House Of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber, Slate
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, For Gas Range
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas
    • Exterior: Vinyl
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Security System
    • Kit Dscrp: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Heating: Gas, Central Heat, Hot Water Radiators
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Dressing Room, Window(s) - Stained Glass
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Bth3 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Full
    • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Style: Victorian
    • Bth1 Level: Second Floor
    • Cooling: Window Ac
    • Bed5 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Bed4 Level: Third Floor
    • Bed5 Level: Third Floor
    • Bth3 Level: Third Floor
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Vinyl
    • Basement Feature: Full, Partially Finished
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Professional Landscaping, Garden Area, Porch - Screened
    • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick
    • Lot Description: Corner, Level, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Flooring - Vinyl
    • Laundry Level: First Floor
    • Liv Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Stained Glass
    • Road Type: Public
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Sf Type: Detached

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/27/2019Sold$1,550,000+10.8%$328/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    8/14/2019Pending sale$1,399,000$296/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72546353
    8/7/2019Listed for sale$1,399,000$296/sqft
    Source: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services #72546353

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$18,438 +3.4%$1,881,400 +3%
    2024$17,828 +4.6%$1,826,600 +9.1%
    2023$17,052 +4.5%$1,675,000 +8%

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    Neighborhood: 02467

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Ward
    • Middle: Bigelow
    • High: Newton North

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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    Estimated market value

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