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1555 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA, 02465

$1,995,000

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4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 1 Partial
3,687 SqFt
$541/SqFt
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1555 Commonwealth Ave, Newton$1,995,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1950
HeatingCentral, Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceLiving Room
Private PoolYes
MLS #73288885
Lot Size0.35 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 1555 Commonwealth Ave

A warm & welcoming home awaits you on the Carriage Lane in West Newton Hill. Set on a lush one-third-acre lot, featuring a heated pool & hot tub. Enter the foyer, step down to a dramatic fireplaced living room which opens to a generous dining room with a pool view. A spacious well appointed chef’s kitchen includes professional stove, skylights, a breakfast nook, a convenient half bath and access to the backyard. An office/bedroom complete this level. A few steps to the bedrooms, the primary suite features an oversized shower and a sunken jacuzzi soaking tub. Two additional large bedrooms, a laundry room and full bath complete this level. The exceptional basement, includes a true home office, with separate entrance, sitting room, mini kitchen. A large open space perfect for playroom or exercise room, a bonus room & full bath, With energy-efficient solar panels and easy access to transportation routes and Boston, this home blends suburban tranquility with city convenience.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 3,687 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
  • Office Phone: (617) 969-2447
  • Listing Agent: Ilene Solomon

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Closet - Double, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Home Office-Separate Entry, Kitchen, Sitting Room, High Speed Internet
  • Fireplace: Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.35 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Newton North High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • F A Day Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Peirce, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Comm Ave., Carraige lane, between Ruane Rd. and Temple St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,995,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $541/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $16,287
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Newton, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.4M

Med. Price/SqFt

$574

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

76

1555 Commonwealth Ave vs Newton

9 DAYS ON ROCKET

-25 Days

$1,995,000

+$523.4K More

$541/SqFt

-$34 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $523.4K more than the Median Sold Price and $34/SqFt less than other homes in Newton, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73288885

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
  • Office Phone: (617) 969-2447
  • Listing Agent: Ilene Solomon

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Dec 01, 2005Home Sold
$1,200,000
Feb 28, 2001Home Sold
$893,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$16,287$1,513,700
2020$15,803$1,513,700
2019$15,357$1,469,600
2018$14,711$1,359,600
2017$14,263$1,282,600

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Peirce

  • 170 Temple St

  • 0.17 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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8
/10

  • F A Day Middle School

  • 21 Minot Pl

  • 1.53 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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9
/10

  • Newton North High School

  • 457 Walnut St

  • 1.21 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $208,221. The majority of Newton, MA residents have income $200k+ annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1555 Commonwealth Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1555 Commonwealth Ave property is $1,995,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1555 Commonwealth Ave is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02465.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 1555 Commonwealth Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1555 Commonwealth Ave are:
Peirce: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
F A Day Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Newton North High School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $16,287 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on December 1, 2005 for $1,200,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1555 Commonwealth Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1555 Commonwealth Ave is 3,687 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1555 Commonwealth Ave is 1950.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Middlesex County›Newton›02465›1555 Commonwealth Ave

This home is located at 1555 Commonwealth Ave in Newton, MA and zip code 02465 in the West Newton neighborhood. This 3,687 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.35 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,995,000.

Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in August 2024 in Newton, MA. In the same period over 34 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. Between July 2024 and August 2024, Newton, MA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 19.9%. In August 2024 median list price was $1,471,518 and the average listing age was 34 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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