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68 Brooks Ave, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460 • Newtonville
$1,599,000
Est. $8,286/month
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,900
Sq Ft
$551
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1905
Year Built
1
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed May 28, 2026 • MLS# 73525626 Copied!

About this home

The perfect blend of modern updates and vintage charm, this Newtonville Victorian is nestled on a charming side street near premier shopping, dining, and the commuter rail. A gracious front porch beckons you into the beautiful entry level graced with 9' ceilings, stained glass, and elegant architectural details. The entry foyer flows into an expansive bay-front living room and formal dining room with window-seat, an elegant fireplace mantel, and access to a wonderful deck, yard & garage. This level also offers a spacious family room or guest bedroom with an adjacent full bath. The modern kitchen is equipped with a quartz-capped island, stainless appliances, laundry area, mudroom + deck and yard access. Three spacious 2nd-level bedrooms plus a clever ensuite primary bath that doubles as a hallway bath. Finished attic with a full bath can flex as 3 more bedrooms or office, play and gym spaces. Recent updates inc. 2026 boiler, 1st floor bath, garage door opener, and new interior paint.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SHO JOSEPHINE & JEREMY
Mailing Address 68 BROOKS AVE, NEWTON, MA, 02460

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning MR3
Style Old Style

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,057,000
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $11,532
CPA Surcharge 2% ($209)
Estimated Annual Tax $11,741

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $827,000 $230,000 $1,057,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 28, 2007 $555,000 50011/95

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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 4,962 2,900
Year built 1,905 1,905
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of May 29, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,900 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Open House Schedule

31
May
Sunday, May 31
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
30
May
Saturday, May 30
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1905
Living Area 2,900 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Dining Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry First Floor
Features Lighting - Overhead, Bedroom, Entry Hall

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $10
Assessed Value $1,057,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Bedroom, Entry Hall
Windows: Window(s) - Stained Glass
Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1905
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Dining Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Newtonville

68 Brooks Ave, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460

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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
Fessenden School
0.6 mi
Grades K-09
Dearborn Academy School
0.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
1.1 mi
Grades 05-12
Learning Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
3.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.2 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.5 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
3.0 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
3.1 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
Clearway School
2.7 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
3.1 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
2.9 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

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$1,599,000
Original listing
Agent: Elisabeth Preis Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 28, 2026 New Listing Added $1,599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
1 days
Price per Sq Ft
$551

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $10 $1,057,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,057,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elisabeth Preis
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB810649
Office MLS ID AN3337
Listing Data Updated May 28, 2026 6:26 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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