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  • $1,769,200

    542 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02459

    4beds
    2,536sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1937
    6,760 Square Feet Lot
    $1,769,200 Zestimate®
    $698/sqft
    $7,267 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,769,200

    $1.65M - $1.91M

    $7,267/mo

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    What's special

    This may be the one you missed! It's possible you passed right by this beautiful home--so slow down and take a second look. This solid, impeccably maintained home offers a flexible floor plan with 4 bedrooms plus two additional spaces for home offices or extra bedrooms. Entertain in the spacious dining room with a lovely fireplace, crown molding and gleaming hardwood floor. Enjoy modern living in the open concept family room and kitchen with many new appliances and walk out to your expansive deck, perfect for warm weather entertaining. There's even a terrific side yard--perfect for a garden or play area. Ask about the many system upgrades, too.The Newton Center business district, various houses of worship, and a gorgeous park are all no more than a half mile from your front door. The house is just a short hop from Heartbreak Hill, and you can watch the Marathon runners right from your front steps! Tour this home right now by visiting our virtual tour.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,536 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 6,760 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: NEWTS61B003L0025

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • brick
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1937

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, House Of Worship, Public School, Tennis Court, Park, Bike Path
    • Beach Ownership: Public
    • Beachfront Flag: Yes
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
    • Exterior: Clapboard
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall To Wall Carpet
    • Master Bath: Yes
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
    • Beach Miles To: 1/2 To 1 Mile
    • Beach Description: Lake/Pond
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed4 Level: Second Floor
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-In, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Style: Colonial
    • Fam Level: First Floor
    • Kit Dscrp: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Fireplace
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Fireplace
    • Fam Dscrp: Slider, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Garage Parking: Under
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Basement Feature: Garage Access, Partial, Unfinished Basement
    • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Gutters
    • Foundation: Fieldstone
    • Liv Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
    • Road Type: Public, Paved
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Shared Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • CONTINGENCY_TYPE: Inspection

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/2/2020Sold$1,180,000-1.7%$465/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/3/2020Pending sale$1,199,999$473/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #72718615 Report a problem
    10/1/2020Price change$1,199,999-4%$473/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #72718615 Report a problem
    9/28/2020Listed for sale$1,250,000$493/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #72718615 Report a problem
    9/20/2020Pending sale$1,250,000$493/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #72718615 Report a problem
    9/1/2020Price change$1,250,000+0%$493/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #72718615 Report a problem
    6/25/2020Price change$1,249,999-3.8%$493/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St. #72636513 Report a problem
    5/26/2020Price change$1,299,999-5.1%$513/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St. #72636513 Report a problem
    5/11/2020Listed for sale$1,369,999-2.1%$540/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St. #72636513 Report a problem
    4/6/2020Listing removed$1,399,999$552/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton #72636513 Report a problem
    3/20/2020Listed for sale$1,399,999+78.9%$552/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St. #72636513 Report a problem
    12/1/2004Sold$782,495+42.3%$309/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/7/2000Sold$550,000$217/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,390 +3.4%$1,468,400 +3%
    2024$13,914 +4.7%$1,425,600 +9.2%
    2023$13,294 +4.5%$1,305,900 +8%
    2022$12,721 +3.6%$1,209,200 +6%
    2021$12,275 +3.1%$1,140,800
    2020$11,910 +2.9%$1,140,800 +3%
    2019$11,574 +5.4%$1,107,600 +9.1%
    2018$10,983 +7.8%$1,015,100 +10.7%
    2017$10,193 +4.6%$916,600 +7%
    2016$9,748 +4.9%$856,600 +7%
    2015$9,295 +0.9%$800,600 +5.3%
    2014$9,215 +5.5%$760,300
    2013$8,736 +2.9%$760,300
    2012$8,493 +3.2%$760,300 +0.7%
    2011$8,227 +2.6%$754,800 -2%
    2010$8,018 +2.4%$770,200 -2%
    2009$7,828 +2.7%$785,900
    2008$7,623 +6.2%$785,900 +2.1%
    2007$7,180 +2.7%$769,600 +3%
    2006$6,994 +3.7%$747,200 +5%
    2005$6,746 -0.8%$711,600 +6.7%
    2004$6,800 +4.6%$666,700 +12%
    2003$6,501 +9.9%$595,300
    2002$5,917 +8.1%$595,300 +31.2%
    2000$5,473 +4.8%$453,800 +9.9%
    1999$5,223 $412,900

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Newton Centre

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: NPS buffer zone
    • Middle: NPS buffer zone
    • High: NPS buffer zone

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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