3 Davis Avenue, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465
$1,050,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,600
Sq Ft
$404
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1851
Year Built
4
Parking
Single Family Residence
Type
82
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 18, 2007 • MLS# 70561393 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,189,000
Final Sale Price: $1,050,000
Difference: $139,000 (-11.7%)
Performance Metrics
88.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
82
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $457
Sale $/sq ft: $404
This property sold for $404 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 82 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$404/sq ft
Area Median
$681/sq ft
Difference
40.6%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Total renovation of gracious & elegant 1850’s Italianate Victorian with Architectural brackets, quoin corners, long first floor windows and double door entry. Foyer w/ graceful curving staircase, carved woodwork and black marble mantels in LR & DR – maple & granite kit. opens to cathedral ceiling family room w/ fireplace, high ceilings, hardwood floors, well proportioned bedrooms, lovely yard, deck, and attention to detail throughout.

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Property History

Market Insights

41.7%
Price Range
83
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73581550
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Currently Listed
Sep 23, 2026
$1,799,999
MLS #73581550 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #72197181
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Previously Sold
Sep 1, 2017
$1,420,000
MLS #72197181
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Sold
Jul 10, 2007
$1,050,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 83
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Listed for Sale
Apr 18, 2007
$1,125,000
Original listing
Agent: Cheryll Getman Office: Hammond Residential R. E.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2007 $5,350 $573,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,350
Tax Year 2007
Assessed Value
$573,900

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1851
Living Area 2,600 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Concrete
Laundry Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Mud Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $5,350
Assessed Value $573,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Assessment Prior To Renovations. Owner Broker.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Yellow
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 83 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1851
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,600 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Mud Room, Central Vacuum
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Concrete
Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1851
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Family Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park
School District
Newton School District local
A+
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
↓ 5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Fessenden School
0.5 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
0.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.6 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
3.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
3.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
3.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.5 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.7 mi | #13 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 38 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
830 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
2.2 mi | #22 of 352 | Score: 60.9
Improved 48 spots from last year
+2.7 above state avg
451 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
3.3 mi | #25 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 12 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
654 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
3.5 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.3 above state avg
698 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Clearway School
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.0 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.8
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.6 above state avg
2,055 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton South High School
3.3 mi | #6 of 346 | Score: 77.7
Improved 19 spots from last year
+19.5 above state avg
1,865 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

3 Davis Avenue, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cheryll Getman
Listing Office Hammond Residential R. E.
Office Phone 617-731-4644
Agent MLS ID BB903602
Office MLS ID BB2640
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 2:39 AM EDT
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