Gracious brick center entrance Colonial set on a landscaped level lot of 11,432 sq. ft..This extensively renovated 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home offers over 3,600 sq. ft. of living space. The foyer is flanked by a mahogany paneled living room with fireplace and a spacious dining room with access to a side porch. The renovated kitchen with center island has custom cabinetry, double wall ovens, beverage refrigerator and induction cooktop. A den, powder room and laundry room complete this level. On the second level is the main bedroom with renovated bathroom and walk-in closet, plus 3 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third floor has an additional bedroom, renovated full bathroom and attic storage. Partially finished lower level with playroom and direct access to the outside. Additional amenities include a vestibule, two-car detached garage, slate roof,high velocity central A/C and a 22' by 21' patio. Convenient to major routes of transportation, shops and the Commuter Rail
Sold for $1,750,000
$1,750,000
1888 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02466
5beds
3,163sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.26 Acres Lot
$2,135,500 Zestimate®
$553/sqft
$5,900 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,135,500
$1.99M - $2.33M
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Attic storageSide porchLaundry roomTwo-car detached garageRenovated kitchenCommuter railSpacious dining room
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Listed by:
Shelley Barron 617-872-0737,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Guohu Huang
Tygr Realty LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73113719
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 338
- Dimensions: 13 x 26
Heating
- Forced Air, Steam, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cooktop
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Den, Bathroom, Play Room
- Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Radon Remediation System
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,163
- Total interior livable area: 3,163 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 691747
- Zoning: SR-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
Location
- Region: Newton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2023 | Sold | $1,750,000$553/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2023 | Contingent | $1,750,000$553/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+81.3%$553/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2013 | Sold | $965,000-2%$305/sqft |
Source: LINK #140269 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2007 | Sold | $985,000+40.9%$311/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2006 | Sold | $699,000$221/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,345 +3.4% | $1,667,900 +3% |
| 2024 | $15,804 +1.5% | $1,619,300 +5.9% |
| 2023 | $15,572 +4.5% | $1,529,700 +8% |
| 2022 | $14,901 +3.6% | $1,416,400 +6% |
| 2021 | $14,378 +3.1% | $1,336,200 |
| 2020 | $13,950 +6.4% | $1,336,200 +6.5% |
| 2019 | $13,107 +3.7% | $1,254,300 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $12,641 +6.5% | $1,168,300 +9.5% |
| 2017 | $11,868 +4.5% | $1,067,300 +7% |
| 2016 | $11,352 +4.9% | $997,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $10,823 +1% | $932,200 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $10,719 +5.5% | $884,400 |
| 2013 | $10,162 +2.9% | $884,400 |
| 2012 | $9,879 +5.8% | $884,400 +3.2% |
| 2011 | $9,340 +2.6% | $856,900 -2% |
| 2010 | $9,103 +38.5% | $874,400 +32.5% |
| 2009 | $6,573 +2.7% | $659,900 |
| 2008 | $6,401 -25.6% | $659,900 -28.4% |
| 2007 | $8,601 +2.7% | $921,900 +3% |
| 2006 | $8,377 +3.7% | $895,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,081 -1.4% | $852,400 +6.1% |
| 2004 | $8,198 +4.6% | $803,700 +12% |
| 2003 | $7,836 +9.9% | $717,600 |
| 2002 | $7,133 +6% | $717,600 +28.6% |
| 2000 | $6,731 +4.8% | $558,100 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $6,424 | $507,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Auburndale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Williams Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Williams
- Middle: Brown
- High: Newton South
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02466
- Auburndale
- 1888 Commonwealth Ave
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