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261 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02467
$1,274,000
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261 Commonwealth AveNewtonMA02467
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Property Description
Lovely corner entrance Colonial located on the charming Carriage Lane of Commonwealth Avenue in Chestnut Hill.Built in 1916, this property retains some beautiful features from the 20th century - beamed ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, slate roof, arts and crafts skirt - with the requirements of today including central air, porches with Azek flooring, decks, beautiful landscaping, and a 2-car garage.From the moment you enter the Foyer and see the spectacular staircase, you will not be disappointed. The 1st floor has a wonderful flow, especially for entertaining. Ceilings are high; rooms are spacious and connect to each other.The 2nd floor includes an en suite Master and 3 other bedrooms, one of which currently is part of the Master suite.Both floors include an enclosed and heated space, formerly a porch.Throughout, the amount of storage will astonish you, and the location is amazing - near BC,the MBTA, and yet within easy reach of Brookline and other parts of Newton.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 261 Commonwealth Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,274,000
- Taxes: $11,488 (2018)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 72341068
- Added to Site: 2, 164 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Security System, Cable Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Flooring: Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 17 x 16, Second Floor
- Bedroom 2: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 12 x 11, Second Floor
- Bedroom 3: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, 13 x 13, Second Floor
- Bedroom 4: Closet, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 13 x 13, Second Floor
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Fireplace, Beamed Ceiling, Hardwood Flooring, 24 x 15, First Floor
- Family Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 17 x 9, First Floor
- Kitchen: Ceiling Fan(s), Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Picture Window(s), Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, 15 x 11, First Floor
- Dining Room: Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, 15 x 14, First Floor
- Laundry: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Exterior Access, 7 x 5, First Floor
- Sitting Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 17 x 10, Second Floor
- Office: Closet, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 11 x 9, First Floor
- Vestibule: Hardwood Flooring, 8 x 5, First Floor
- Foyer: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 12 x 11, First Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Color: Grey
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off-Street Parking, Paved Driveway
- Garage Description: Detached, Storage
Location
- County: Middlesex
School Information
- Elementary School: Ward
- Middle School: Bigelow
- High School: Newton North
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot-Water Baseboard, Hot-Water Radiators, Gas, Electric, Other (See Remarks)
- Heating Fuel: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Gas, Electric, Other (See Remarks)
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement
- Roof: Slate
- Square Feet: 2,762
- Year Built: 1916
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,131
- Frontage: Public
- Zoning: MR1
- Lot Description: Paved Drive
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $11,488
- Tax Year: 2018
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Schools
Schools serving 261 Commonwealth Ave
School District:Newton Public Schools
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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10 Dolphin Rd, Newton Centre, MA 02459 | K-5 | 0.3 mi | |
42 Vernon St, Newton, MA 02458 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi | |
457 Walnut St, Newtonville, MA 02460 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 261 Commonwealth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/07/2018
Sold
$1,274,000
2%
MLS
6/06/2018
Listed
$1,249,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
261 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02467 (MLS# 72341068) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,274,000 on August 07, 2018. This property was listed by Ilene Solomon from our Newton Office.Want to learn more about 261 Commonwealth Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chestnut Hill? You can browse all Chestnut Hill real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.