11 Forest Avenue, Newton, MA 02465 - Photo 1

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$2,300,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
8 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
4,946 Sq. Ft.
0.83 Acres
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Don't miss this majestic Colonial set on nearly an acre corner lot in prestigious West Newton Hill. The interior spaces and details will transport you to an era of gracious living, with it's elegant hallway entrance, front to back living room, perfect for entertaining, extraordinary dining room with dramatic fenestration, and exceptional quality of construction throughout. Of particular note is the professional chef's kitchen with its contemporary materials and conveniences as well as the upstairs library with its lovely natural woodwork and built-ins. Porches, a circular driveway and a large detached Carriage House contribute to a feeling of grandeur, and the professionally landscaped yard, with its magnificent European gardens, boasts floral specimens and a rose garden in a seasonal rainbow of colors, creating a private oasis in a park-like setting. Seldom will you find a property that radiates such beauty, sophistication, and charm.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 11 Forest Ave

General

Sold For: $2,300,000
Taxes: $21,541 (2016)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MLSPin
MLS ID: 71955719
Added to Site: 3, 636 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 12
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 8
Bedroom 1: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Interior, 14 x 16, Second Floor
Bedroom 2: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 15 x 9, Second Floor
Bedroom 3: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 11 x 11, Second Floor
Bedroom 4: Full Bathroom, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 15 x 15, Second Floor
Bedroom 5: Walk-In Closet, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, 18 x 21, Third Floor

Other Rooms

Living Room: Fireplace, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, French Doors, Exterior Deck, Wainscoting, 18 x 33, First Floor
Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Dining Area, Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Exterior Deck, Recessed Lighting, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula, 27 x 12, First Floor
Dining Room: Fireplace, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Slider, Wainscoting, 19 x 15, First Floor
Laundry: Basement
Foyer: Half Bathroom, Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Wainscoting, 12 x 28, First Floor
Library: Fireplace, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, 16 x 15, Second Floor
Bedroom: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 14 x 11, Third Floor
Bedroom: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 14 x 11, Third Floor
Bedroom: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, 13 x 11, Third Floor
Bathroom: Bathroom - Full, Hardwood Flooring, Third Floor

Exterior

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Covered Patio/Deck, Gutters, Garden Area
Color: Brick

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Off-Street Parking
Garage Description: Detached, Carriage Shed

Location

County: Middlesex

School Information

Elementary School: Peirce
Middle School: Day
High School: Newton North

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air, Steam, Gas, Hydronic Floor Heat (Radiant)
Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Steam, Gas, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction: Frame, Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
Roof: Slate
Square Feet: 4,946
Year Built: 1917

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.83
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 36,020
Frontage: Public
Zoning: SR2
Lot Description: Corner

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $21,541
Tax Year: 2016

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Schools

Schools serving 11 Forest Ave

School District:Newton School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Peirce Elementary School 170 Temple Street, Newton, MA 02465	K-5	0.8 mi
F A Day Middle School 21 Minot Place, Newton, MA 02460	6-8	0.8 mi
Newton North High School 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460	9-12	0.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 11 Forest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/31/2017

Sold

$2,300,000

-7.82%

MLS

11/02/2016

Price Reduced

$2,495,000

-9.27%

MLS

10/04/2016

Price Reduced

$2,750,000

-1.79%

MLS

4/27/2016

Price Reduced

$2,800,000

-12.36%

MLS

2/03/2016

Listed

$3,195,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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11 Forest Avenue, Newton, MA 02465 (MLS# 71955719) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,300,000 on January 31, 2017. This property was listed by Ilene Solomon from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 11 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Newton? You can browse all West Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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