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37 Commonwealth Park, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$1,700,000
Est. $9,887/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,120
Sq Ft
$802
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1920
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 19, 2022 • MLS# 72968143 Copied!

About this home

Simply Stunning! This 1920 Colonial, ideally located off the carriage lane, has undergone an impeccable renovation. A vestibule opens to the gracious foyer that leads to a spacious living room w/fireplace and connects to the family room with cathedral ceiling and FP, skylights and built-in bar w/wine refrigerator and direct access to the deck. Also from the living room are French doors to the sunroom/home office. A recently remodeled open-plan kitchen/dining room features granite counters, SS appliances, an island with seating and access to the deck. An updated powder room completes this level. The 2nd floor boasts a large primary bedroom w/ access to a composite deck, two additional bedrooms, one with a skylight, and a beautifully updated full bath with heated floor & skylight. The walk-out lower level offers opportunity for expansion. There is a 2C garage, fenced-in yard, updated landscaping and hardscape. Near Bullough’s Pond, Mason-Rice, Newton North, Newton Centre and Newtonville.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BAE JOON HYUNG
Mailing Address 37 COMMONWEALTH PK, NEWTON CENTRE, MA, 02459

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR2
Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,597,200
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $17,425
CPA Surcharge 2% ($327)
Estimated Annual Tax $17,752

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,219,900 $377,300 $1,597,200

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 1, 2022 $1,700,000 80207/354

Municipal Context: NEWTON

Median Home Value $1,350,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $13,970
Residential Tax Rate $10.91/1000
CPA Surcharge 2%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (88.9% confidence) · Data as of Mar 26, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,120 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,429,000
Final Sale Price: $1,700,000
Difference: +$271,000 (+19.0%)
Performance Metrics
119.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $674
Sale $/sq ft: $802
This property sold for $802 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 19.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$802/sq ft
Area Average
$248/sq ft
Difference
+223.2%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1920
Living Area 2,120 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Concrete
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Lighting - Overhead, Home Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle, Slate
Features Deck - Composite, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $13,092
Assessed Value $1,244,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Home Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Concrete
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
Heating Zones: 6
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 70.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Newton Center

37 Commonwealth Park, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

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Nearby Schools

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
Newton Country Day School
0.8 mi
Grades 05-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.3 mi
Grades K-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Fessenden School
1.6 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Campus School at Boston College
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.3 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.4 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.5 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.0 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
2.2 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.7 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.5 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 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
1.9 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73491997
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Mar 26, 2026
$8,000
MLS #73491997 - Active
Sold
Jun 1, 2022
$1,700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Apr 19, 2022
$1,429,000
Original listing
Agent: Carol Vaghar Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Previous Transaction - MLS #72134193
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Previously Sold
Jun 28, 2017
$1,005,000
MLS #72134193

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 29, 2026 Sold $8,000
Apr 19, 2022 New Listing Added $1,429,000
Jun 28, 2017 Sold $1,005,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$802

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $13,092 $1,244,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$13,092
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$1,244,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carol Vaghar
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID BB903609
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated Jun 1, 2022 11:21 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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