Prime Newton Centre location. Set on the Carriage Lane of Commonwealth Avenue is this stately brick Colonial-style residence with a slate roof. Well-maintained, the home has been carefully renovated, incorporating modern amenities for today's lifestyle. Off the foyer is the living room, with a coffered ceiling and a fireplace, that leads into a magnificent kitchen with an oversized island, breakfast bar, and top-of-the-line appliances. The elegant dining room is adjacent to a lovely sunroom overlooking the grounds. A powder room and a mudroom complete this level. On the second level is the primary bedroom suite with a dressing room and spa-like bathroom, plus two more bedrooms, another full bathroom, and laundry. The third level has two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level is comprised of a family room, bonus room, and full bathroom. In addition to a great level yard with a patio, there is a garage. Easy access to public transportation, shops, parks, and schools.
Pending
Price cut: $66K (7/9)
$2,699,000
799 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02459
5beds
4,403sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
10,210 Square Feet Lot
$2,588,900 Zestimate®
$613/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stately brick colonial-style residenceBreakfast barSlate roofElegant dining roomTop-of-the-line appliancesSpa-like bathroom
- 100 days |
- 186 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tamar Harrison 617-877-6940,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73517505
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Pocket Door
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Window Seat, Closet, Sun Room, Mud Room, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,403
- Total interior livable area: 4,403 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,318
- Finished area below ground: 1,085
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Tandem
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 10,210 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 683470
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $613/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,126,100
- Annual tax amount: $20,602
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Exclusions: Wine Refrigerator In Basement
Estimated market value
$2,588,900
$2.46M - $2.72M
$7,836/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Pending sale | $2,699,000$613/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73517505 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $2,699,000-2.4%$613/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73517505 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $2,765,000-2.1%$628/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73517505 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,825,000+181.1%$642/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73517505 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2011 | Sold | $1,005,000+11.7%$228/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $899,900$204/sqft |
Source: Karp, Liberman & Kern Sotheby's International Realty #71222277 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,844 +3.4% | $2,024,900 +3% |
| 2024 | $19,187 +4.1% | $1,965,900 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $18,437 +4.5% | $1,811,100 +8% |
| 2022 | $17,641 +3.6% | $1,676,900 +6% |
| 2021 | $17,022 +3.1% | $1,582,000 |
| 2020 | $16,516 +2.9% | $1,582,000 +3% |
| 2019 | $16,050 +3.2% | $1,535,900 +6.9% |
| 2018 | $15,549 +3.1% | $1,437,100 +6% |
| 2017 | $15,076 +4.5% | $1,355,800 +7% |
| 2016 | $14,420 +4.9% | $1,267,100 +7% |
| 2015 | $13,749 +0.1% | $1,184,200 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $13,740 +16.2% | $1,133,700 +10.1% |
| 2013 | $11,828 +14.5% | $1,029,400 +11.3% |
| 2012 | $10,333 +0.5% | $925,100 -1.9% |
| 2011 | $10,277 +3.9% | $942,800 -0.8% |
| 2010 | $9,890 +2.4% | $950,000 -2% |
| 2009 | $9,655 +2.7% | $969,400 |
| 2008 | $9,403 +1.5% | $969,400 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $9,263 +2.7% | $992,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $9,022 +3.7% | $963,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,703 +1.6% | $918,000 +9.3% |
| 2004 | $8,570 +4.6% | $840,200 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,192 +9.9% | $750,200 |
| 2002 | $7,457 +5.2% | $750,200 +27.7% |
| 2000 | $7,086 +4.8% | $587,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $6,764 | $534,700 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Centre
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason - Rice
- Middle: Brown
- High: North/ 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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