For sale

Price cut: $100K (6/18)

$1,499,000

68 Brooks Ave, Newton, MA 02460

6beds

2,900sqft

$8,914/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1905

5,636 Square Feet Lot

$1,465,900 Zestimate^®

$517/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Modern updatesLaundry areaVintage charmElegant architectural detailsModern kitchenGracious front porchDeck and yard access

The perfect blend of modern updates and vintage charm, this Newtonville Victorian is nestled on a charming side street near premier shopping, dining, and the commuter rail. A gracious front porch beckons you into the beautiful entry level graced with 9' ceilings, stained glass, and elegant architectural details. The entry foyer flows into an expansive bay-front living room and formal dining room with window-seat, an elegant fireplace mantel, and access to a wonderful deck, yard & garage. This level also offers a spacious family room or guest bedroom with an adjacent full bath. The modern kitchen is equipped with a quartz-capped island, stainless appliances, laundry area, mudroom + deck and yard access. Three spacious 2nd-level bedrooms plus a clever ensuite primary bath that doubles as a hallway bath. Finished attic with a full bath can flex as 3 more bedrooms or office, play and gym spaces. Recent updates inc. 2026 h/w tank, 1st floor bath, garage door opener, and new interior paint.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
Level: Second
Area: 209.9
Dimensions: 16.25 x 12.92

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 176.58
Dimensions: 13 x 13.58

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 163.58
Dimensions: 12.58 x 13

Bedroom 4

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Third
Area: 116.67
Dimensions: 11.67 x 10

Bedroom 5

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Third
Area: 122.11
Dimensions: 13.08 x 9.33

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Level: First
Area: 56.15
Dimensions: 12.25 x 4.58

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Double Vanity
Level: Second
Area: 56.14
Dimensions: 7.83 x 7.17

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: Third
Area: 53.67
Dimensions: 5.75 x 9.33

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding, Window Seat
Level: Main,First
Area: 212.86
Dimensions: 16.17 x 13.17

Family room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
Level: Main,First
Area: 179.67
Dimensions: 12.25 x 14.67

Kitchen

Features: Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove, Decorative Molding
Level: Main,First
Area: 306.68
Dimensions: 25.92 x 11.83

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First
Area: 224.58
Dimensions: 12.83 x 17.5

Heating

Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: First Floor

Features

Lighting - Overhead, Bedroom, Entry Hall
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Windows: Stained Glass
Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Dining Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,900
Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,900

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Storage

Lot

Size: 5,636 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 684826
Zoning: MR3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1905

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $517/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,057,000
Annual tax amount: $10
Date on market: 5/28/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$1,465,900

$1.39M - $1.54M

$5,385/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/18/2026	Price change	$1,499,000-6.3%$517/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73525626 Report a problem
5/28/2026	Listed for sale	$1,599,000+188.1%$551/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73525626 Report a problem
8/28/2007	Sold	$555,000$191/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,866 +3.4%	$1,006,700 +3%
2024	$9,539 +5.8%	$977,400 +10.3%
2023	$9,020 +4.5%	$886,100 +8%
2022	$8,632 +3.6%	$820,500 +6%
2021	$8,329 +3.1%	$774,100
2020	$8,082 +2.9%	$774,100 +3%
2019	$7,854 +13.4%	$751,600 +17.5%
2018	$6,923 +3.1%	$639,800 +6%
2017	$6,712 +4.6%	$603,600 +7%
2016	$6,419 +4.9%	$564,100 +7%
2015	$6,121 -0.5%	$527,200 +3.9%
2014	$6,150 +5.5%	$507,400
2013	$5,830 +2.9%	$507,400
2012	$5,668 +1.9%	$507,400 -0.6%
2011	$5,564 +2.6%	$510,500 -2%
2010	$5,423 +2.4%	$520,900 -2%
2009	$5,294 +2.7%	$531,500
2008	$5,156 -0.6%	$531,500 -4.4%
2007	$5,185 +2.7%	$555,700 +3%
2006	$5,050 +3.7%	$539,500 +5%
2005	$4,871 +1.5%	$513,800 +9.2%
2004	$4,797 +4.6%	$470,300 +12%
2003	$4,585 +9.8%	$419,900
2002	$4,174 +8.8%	$419,900 +32%
2000	$3,836 +4.8%	$318,100 +9.9%
1999	$3,661	$289,400