Great Opportunity in Sought-After Newton Neighborhood! Attention builders, investors, and end-users—don’t miss this rare chance to own in a prime Newton location. Situated on a quiet dead-end street with seasonal pond views, this 3-bedroom home sits on a 6,000 sq ft lot with 60' frontage in SR1 Zoning offering excellent potential for renovation or new construction. The existing structure is in need of significant repairs and is being sold as-is, making it ideal for those looking to tear down and build new. Surrounded by high-value homes and located close to top-rated schools, parks, shops, public transportation and commuter routes. Bring your vision and take advantage of this exceptional location. Property sold as-is. Buyer/buyer representatives to perform all due diligence.
Sold for $702,000
$702,000
97 Hawthorne Ave, Newton, MA 02466
3beds
1,212sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
6,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,909,900 Zestimate®
$579/sqft
$3,216 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,909,900
$1.57M - $2.37M
$3,216/mo
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Quiet dead-end streetSeasonal pond views
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Listed by:
Kevin Balboni 978-697-0468,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 978-610-6369,
Emma Dorsey
Bought with:
Victoria Keith
The Agency Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73436798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 171.42
- Dimensions: 15.58 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 109.08
- Dimensions: 11.58 x 9.42
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 63.71
- Dimensions: 11.58 x 5.5
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,212
- Total interior livable area: 1,212 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,212
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Wood
- Frontage length: 60.00
Lot
- Size: 6,000 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 692312
- Zoning: SR1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Irregular
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2025 | Sold | $702,000-12.1%$579/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73436798 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Pending sale | $799,000$659/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73436798 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Contingent | $799,000$659/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73436798 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000$659/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73436798 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,927 +3.4% | $808,900 +3% |
| 2024 | $7,665 +5.8% | $785,300 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $7,245 +4.5% | $711,700 +8% |
| 2022 | $6,933 +3.6% | $659,000 +6% |
| 2021 | $6,689 +3.1% | $621,700 |
| 2020 | $6,491 +2.9% | $621,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,308 +5.9% | $603,600 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $5,959 +3.2% | $550,700 +6% |
| 2017 | $5,777 +4.6% | $519,500 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,525 +4.9% | $485,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,267 +0.6% | $453,700 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,236 +5.5% | $432,000 |
| 2013 | $4,964 +2.9% | $432,000 |
| 2012 | $4,825 +2.5% | $432,000 +0.1% |
| 2011 | $4,706 +2.6% | $431,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,586 +2.4% | $440,500 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,477 +2.7% | $449,500 |
| 2008 | $4,360 +0.6% | $449,500 -3.2% |
| 2007 | $4,333 +2.7% | $464,400 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,220 +3.7% | $450,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,071 +1.5% | $429,400 +9.2% |
| 2004 | $4,012 +4.6% | $393,300 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,835 +9.9% | $351,200 |
| 2002 | $3,491 -0.1% | $351,200 +21.3% |
| 2000 | $3,493 +4.8% | $289,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,333 | $263,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Auburndale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Williams Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 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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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02466
- Auburndale
- 97 Hawthorne Ave
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