For Sale
1245 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA
Newton · MA 02465
- $3,218,000
- Price
- 5
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4871
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1870
Lot size:
0.42 Acre Lot
Price per square foot:
$661 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
3 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, AC
About this home
Perched high above Commonwealth Avenue, this beautifully renovated Colonial combines timeless character with the comfort and style of today. Set among mature trees, the property feels wonderfully private while enjoying one of Newton’s most sought-after locations. Thoughtfully renovated and revived by Newtons top builder, the home retains its old-world charm and architectural detail while offering a fresh, inviting layout for today’s lifestyle. The open kitchen features a large island with seating and plenty of room for a breakfast table, with a den or office just off the kitchen. A formal dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while the fireplaced living room opens through a wall of windows to a bright sunroom overlooking the yard and patio. The spacious primary suite, added as part of the renovation, features a walk-in closet and beautiful full bath. Two additional bedrooms, including one en-suite, and another full bath complete the second floor. Two more bedrooms and a bath on the third floor provide wonderful flexibility for family and guests. Outside, the patio and private yard offer a peaceful setting surrounded by mature trees. With the Commonwealth Avenue path right outside your door for biking, walking, and enjoying the energy of Marathon Day. This is a special home in the Pierce School district, an ideal location that truly brings together character, privacy, space, and location. Close proximity to Boston and all Newton has to offer.
Neighborhood & Transit
1245 Commonwealth Ave, Newton · MA 02465
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 38 days
- Listing Price:
- $3,218,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $661
- Tax Assessment:
- $2,315,900 in 2026
- Taxes:
- $1,870 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Bathrooms
- 4
- Half Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 4,871 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher, Range, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal
- Primary Bedroom
- En-suite bathroom
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 11
- Above grade area
- 3593
- Flooring
- Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Forced Air, Unit Control
- Heating Zone
- 4
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Cooling Zones
- 4
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- Unknown
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 18,470 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Corner Lot
- Exterior Features
- Patio
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 0 Parking Spaces, Carport
- Off Street Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces, Off-Street
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Unknown
- Siding
- Wood
- Roof
- Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Deborah Gordon
- Listing office
- Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
- MLS PIN #
- 73583074