Off Market

517 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02459

$2,300,000
Price
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3308
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1894
Lot size: 0.26 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $695 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces · 4 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Welcome to this exquisite 1894 Victorian on Heartbreak Hill in Newton Center! With 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and multiple levels, it's ready to be transformed to your specifications. Enter to experience the grandeur of a bygone era with a formal FP living room and formal dining room adorned with wainscoting. The butler's pantry and updated kitchen blend vintage charm with modern convenience. Hardwood floors flow throughout, showcasing the timeless beauty. The primary suite on the third floor offers a private retreat. Outside, beautiful mature landscaping enhances curb appeal, and a charming front porch invites relaxation. An updated two-car garage provides convenience. This house is a rare chance to restore a piece of history in this sought-after neighborhood. With its prime location along the carriage lane, timeless features, and immense potential, it's a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch. Let your imagination soar and make this house the home of your dreams.

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Center

517 Commonwealth Ave, Newton · MA 02459

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:
1237 days
Listing Price:
$2,300,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$695
Tax Assessment:
$1,803,000 in 2023
Taxes:
$1,530 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,308 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Main Floor, Stone Countertops, Remodeled, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 3, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
3308
Flooring
Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Central Heat
Heating Zone
1
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
1
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
11,191 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive, Level
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Porch

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Detached, Storage, Garage Door Opener
Off Street Parking
4 Parking Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Clapboard
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room dimensions
15X26
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
16X13
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
Kitchen dimensions
16X15
Primary bedroom dimensions
16X20
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
17X13
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
16X13
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
16X11
Bedroom 4 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
16X13
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
Bathroom 3 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Listing information

Listing agent
Migdol Moore Team
Listing office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #
73124638
Disclosure
Seller has never lived in the house. House to be sold as is. The source of all representations is a public source; broker has not verified same. It is recommended that buyer independently verify all information. Dishwasher is not working.