This house has provenance! Leonard Bernstein's father had this home built on one of the most beautiful streets in Newton. This is a generously sized classic colonial. Enter the foyer and walk to the right to the living room which leads to the formal dining room and out to a screened in porch through the french door. Around to the generously sized kitchen with lots of granite counters and wood cabinets. A fifth room & full bath are perfect for an in-law, guest, 2nd office or nanny. Back around the hall to the gumwood paneled office with built in bookcases on one wall. The 2nd level includes 4 bedrooms including the primary suite with walk-in closet and full bath. The walk-up attic adds to the abundant storage in the home. The basement can be used as a recreation area for the family plus storage. This is a great commuter location no matter where you travel. Easy access to Mass Pike and the express bus to the city.
Sold for $2,005,000
$2,005,000
86 Park Ave, Newton, MA 02458
4beds
2,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1934
8,551 Square Feet Lot
$2,209,800 Zestimate®
$807/sqft
$6,498 Estimated rent
Home value
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$2.06M - $2.41M
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Listed by:
The Baker Team 617-872-0033,
Keller Williams Realty 617-969-9000
Bought with:
Elizabeth Darby
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73263397
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 14 x 23
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Wainscoting, Office, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,484
- Total interior livable area: 2,484 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened
Lot
- Size: 8,551 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:73 B:012 L:0003,703241
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1934
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, Public School
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $807/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,598,800
- Annual tax amount: $15,604
- Date on market: 1/18/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2024 | Sold | $2,005,000+19.7%$807/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Contingent | $1,675,000$674/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73263397 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,675,000+39.6%$674/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73263397 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2016 | Sold | $1,200,000$483/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2016 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$483/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #71905150 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$483/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,139 +3.4% | $1,646,800 +3% |
| 2024 | $15,604 +5.2% | $1,598,800 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $14,838 +4.5% | $1,457,600 +8% |
| 2022 | $14,198 +3.6% | $1,349,600 +6% |
| 2021 | $13,700 +3.1% | $1,273,200 |
| 2020 | $13,292 +2.9% | $1,273,200 +3% |
| 2019 | $12,917 +5.4% | $1,236,100 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $12,254 +3.1% | $1,132,500 +6% |
| 2017 | $11,881 +4.2% | $1,068,400 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $11,402 +4.9% | $1,001,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $10,872 +0.6% | $936,400 +5% |
| 2014 | $10,809 +5.5% | $891,800 |
| 2013 | $10,247 +2.9% | $891,800 |
| 2012 | $9,961 +3.2% | $891,800 +0.7% |
| 2011 | $9,652 +2.6% | $885,500 -2% |
| 2010 | $9,406 +2.4% | $903,600 -2% |
| 2009 | $9,183 +2.7% | $922,000 |
| 2008 | $8,943 +0.2% | $922,000 -3.6% |
| 2007 | $8,926 +2.7% | $956,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $8,694 +3.7% | $928,800 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,386 -1.4% | $884,600 +6.1% |
| 2004 | $8,504 +4.6% | $833,700 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,129 +9.9% | $744,400 |
| 2002 | $7,399 +11.3% | $744,400 +35% |
| 2000 | $6,649 +4.8% | $551,300 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $6,345 | $501,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
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- 8/10Ward Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Bigelow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ward
- Middle: Bigelow
- High: Newton North
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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