55 Forest Ave, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

$1,799,000

Est. $10,491/month

3

Beds

2.5

Baths

2,556

Sq Ft

$704

Price/Sq Ft

0.22

Acres

1950

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

3 hours 31 minutes

Time on Market

Active Open House Listed Jun 18, 2026 • MLS# 73537937 Copied!

About this home

Timeless brick Colonial set on beautifully landscaped grounds, delivering exceptional indoor-outdoor living in prestigious West Newton Hill, one of Newton's most sought-after neighborhoods. An estate-like backyard retreat features an expansive paver patio, sweeping lawn, mature landscaping, garden beds & detached 2-car garage, creating a setting rarely found this close to Newton Centre. Inside, the oversized kitchen w/breakfast bar flows seamlessly into a spacious dining room, creating the true heart of the home. Elegant living room w/fireplace & custom built-ins offers a warm gathering space, while a dedicated office provides ideal work-from-home flexibility. The 2nd level features 3 beds including the prim. suite w/walk-in closet & ensuite bath, plus a 2nd full bath. Finished LL offers versatile space for movie night, playroom, gym or office. Moments to vibrant dining, boutique shopping, the Green Line T, Route 9, Route 128 & the Mass Pike. OH Sat & Sun 12-1:30, Offers Mon 4pm

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1950

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

2,556 sq ft

Total Rooms

9

Open House Schedule

20

Jun

Saturday, June 20

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

21

Jun

Sunday, June 21

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1950

Living Area 2,556 sq ft

Lot Size 0.22 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Flooring - Wood

Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace Family Room, Living Room

Fireplaces 2

Basement Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry In Basement

Features Lighting - Overhead, Home Office, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Colonial

Roof Shingle

Features Patio, Garden

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $14,327

Assessed Value $1,461,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Wood

Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Home Office, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic

Windows:

Basement: Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry: In Basement

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1950

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Garden

Patio & Porch: Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2

Total Parking Spaces: 4

Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2

Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station

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55 Forest Ave, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

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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

3 schools

Newton Early Childhood Program

0.6 mi

173 students Very Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK

A

Peirce School

0.8 mi | #127 of 824 | Score: 57.8

Dropped 73 spots from last year

-0.4 below state avg

249 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

Fessenden School

0.8 mi

Grades K-09

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

A+

F.A. Day Middle School

0.8 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

1.9 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-

Watertown Middle School

2.2 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6

Improved 11 spots from last year

-9.6 below state avg

583 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

2 schools

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

B+

Watertown High School

2.1 mi | #112 of 346 | Score: 59.3

Improved 118 spots from last year

+1.1 above state avg

761 students Diverse

18 sports • 1,578 athletes

Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

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$1,799,000

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Agent: Chuck Silverston Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/18/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,799,000	-	-	Original listing

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3 hours 31 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$704

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2025	$14,327	$1,461,900

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