700 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459
$2,720,000
Est. $14,477/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,138
Sq Ft
$657
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1875
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
44
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73290964

About this home

Welcome to 700 Commonwealth Avenue, an extensively renovated slate and shingle style home that perfectly blends modern design with timeless elegance. This home is filled with natural light, creating an airy, inviting vibe, and boasts an open layout that flows effortlessly from the sleek kitchen and family room to a brand-new mahogany deck and patio out to the lush, private yard—perfect for outdoor dining, playtime, and weekend gatherings. Upstairs, the primary suite is your private retreat, complete with a cozy fireplace and stylish details throughout. Two additional beds and shared bath. A third floor suite with home office, guest room, and full bath. Lower level family room, home gym, and large flex room. Located just minutes from Mason Rice elementary, Newton Centre's shops, dining, parks, and the T, this house offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and city convenience

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,795,000
Final Sale Price: $2,720,000
Difference: $75,000 (-2.7%)
Performance Metrics
97.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
44
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $675
Sale $/sq ft: $657
This property sold for $657 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 44 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,138 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
5
Interior Features
Bathroom - Half, Home Office, Exercise Room, Play Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Patio - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Enclosed
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.18 acres
Lot Size
7,669 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1800
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$23,693
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$2,427,600
Parcel Number
S:64 B:039 L:0001,700568
Zoning
SR2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Exclusions
2 Living/Dining Room Chandeliers And 3 Chandeliers In Main Stairway.

Location

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Neighborhood

700 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Mason Rice
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Brown
Rating information coming soon
High School
Newton South
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,974
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

2.7%
Price Range
45
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Dec 20, 2024
$2,720,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 45
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Listed for Sale
Sep 17, 2024
$2,795,000
Original listing
Agent: Allison Blank Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 17, 2024 New Listing Added $2,795,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
44 days
Price per Sq Ft
$657

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $23,693 $2,427,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$23,693
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,427,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Allison Blank
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB815716
Office MLS ID AN3337

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