A+ location sitting atop Heartbreak Hill in prestigious Chestnut Hill this home was recently renovated by a renowned architect and design team. This award-winning home has been featured in multiple publications for both its interior elegance and exterior splendor. This home has all of the modern amenities and is ideal for entertaining and everyday family living. A gracious foyer leads to both a living room and fabulous family room with built-ins. The open kitchen with eat-in breakfast area is bright and welcoming. It flows seamlessly to a formal dining room with French doors to a large porch. The porch feels more like a cozy family room than an outdoor space. A primary en-suite bedroom plus 3 additional bedrooms and full bath complete the second level. The 3rd floor with cathedral ceiling includes a game room, kitchenette, a generous bedroom plus a full bath. The lower level includes a playroom, half bath and office. Minutes to Boston, shops at The Street and The Pike.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1880
Living Area: 4,119 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Office Phone: (617) 731-2447
Listing Agent: Chamberlain Group
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior: Game Room, Play Room
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Exterior: Porch, Deck - Wood
Parking Information:
Parking: Off Street, Paved
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level
Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
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Directions Information:
Directions: WAZE
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,899,000
Price Per SqFt: $704/SqFt
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This property is $1.4M more than the Median Sold Price and $127/SqFt more than other homes in Newton, MA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
MLS Number: #73288486
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Office Phone: (617) 731-2447
Listing Agent: Chamberlain Group
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Ward Elementary School
10 Dolphin Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.31 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
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Bowen Elementary School
280 Cypress St
Distance between this listing and this school1.21 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
10
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Mason-Rice Elementary School
149 Pleasant St
Distance between this listing and this school1.22 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
5
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Thomas Edison K-8 School
60 Glenmont Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.01 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
8
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Bigelow Middle School
42 Vernon St
Distance between this listing and this school1.20 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
2
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Mary Lyon K-8 School
50 Beechcroft St
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
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Lyon Upper 9-12 School
95 Beechcroft St
Distance between this listing and this school1.32 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Newton South High School
140 Brandeis Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.64 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Newton North High School
457 Walnut St
Distance between this listing and this school1.72 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $193,627. Typical income of Newton, MA residents is $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 254 Commonwealth Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 254 Commonwealth Ave property is $2,899,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 254 Commonwealth Ave is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02467.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 254 Commonwealth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 254 Commonwealth Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 254 Commonwealth Ave is 4,119 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 254 Commonwealth Ave is 1880.
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This home is located at 254 Commonwealth Ave in Newton, MA and zip code 02467 in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 4,119 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,899,000.
While more than 17 listings in Newton, MA in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 31 were sold below. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Newton, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 11.9%. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 38 days, the median list price was $1,490,000.
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