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1551 Commonwealth Ave., Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465 • West Newton
$8,300/mo
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,500
Sq Ft
15,000
Lot Sq Ft
1954
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
10
Days on Market
Active Listed Jun 30, 2026 • MLS# 73543478 Copied! • Updated Jul 4, 2026

About this home

Great location in Newton, located on the carriage-lane across from Brae Burn Country Club on Commonwealth Ave. Bright and spacious luxury single home, original and fabulous Bauhaus-style. Spacious and light-filled from floor-to-ceiling windows in the main living area including the dining room. The first floor has all major living spaces with no stairs including master suite, 2 more bedrooms and 2.5 baths with hard wood flooring throughout. Recently built in lower level walk out features beautiful living space, fireplace, kitchenette, full jacuzzi bathroom and bedroom. The kitchen with new high-end Viking and Bosch appliances with eating nook. Newer thermostat & First floor Laundry. Gas forced air heat and central A/C. Plenty of storage space. Top tier Peirce elementary school with its playground within short walk. Easy access to major highways (128, 9, Turnpike, Storrow Dr. and commuter rail). Steps to shops and restaurants.

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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jun 30, 2026
$8,300
Original listing
Agent: Eriko Young Office: Codman Cambridge Side Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1954
Living Area 3,500 sq ft
Lot Size 15,000 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Rental Details

Available Jul 15, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Gardener, Occupancy Only, Furnishings (see Remarks), Parking
Security Deposit $8,300
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas, Electric Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry First Floor, In Building
Features High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Bathroom
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Patio, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession Or Earlier
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures Lower level living area included. Approximate measurements.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 4 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1954
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,500 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Half
Master Bedroom
Family Room
Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Floor

Bedroom4
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Remodeled

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Office
Master Bathroom
Yes

Main,First Floor

Kitchen
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Bathroom
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: First Floor, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1954
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Electric Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School
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

3 schools
A
Peirce School
0.2 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
Learning Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 02-12
A+
A. E. Angier Elementary School
0.9 mi | #10 of 824 | Score: 66.3
Improved 14 spots from last year
+8.1 above state avg
383 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.5 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
A+
Newton North High School
1.2 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
Clearway School
1.5 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-12
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Location

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Neighborhood

West Newton

1551 Commonwealth Ave., Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eriko Young
Listing Office Codman Cambridge Side Realty
Office Phone 617-225-9980
Agent MLS ID BB903669
Office MLS ID BB3258
Listing Data Updated Jul 4, 2026 3:05 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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