799 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 - Photo 1

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$2,699,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
4,403 Sq. Ft.
0.23 Acres
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 799 Commonwealth Ave

General

Sold For: $2,699,000
Taxes: $20,602 (2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MLSPin
MLS ID: 73517505
Added to Site: 149 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 11
Interior 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
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 1
Main - Full Baths: 4
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Hardwood Flooring, Pedestal Sink, First
Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Bathroom Double Vanity/Double Sink, S, Second
Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Floo, Second

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Primary Bedroom: Yes, Second
Bedroom 2: Full Bathroom, Bathroom Double Vanity/Double Sink, Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Recessed Lighting, Second
Bedroom 3: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Second
Bedroom 4: Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Flooring, Third

Other Rooms

Living Room: Coffered Ceiling(s), Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Open Floorplan, First
Family Room: Full Bathroom, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Basement
Kitchen: Bathroom - Half, Hardwood Flooring, Dining Area, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, First
Dining Room: Hardwood Flooring, French Doors, Open Floorplan, First
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Additional Information

Year Round: Yes
Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Tandem

Location

County: Middlesex
Driving Directions: On carriage lane at corner of Cedar Street

School Information

Elementary School: Mason - Rice
Middle School: Brown
High School: North/ South

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 4
Heating Type: Natural Gas
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 4

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Drive-In Doors: French Doors
Square Feet: 4,403
Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
Living Area: 4,403 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1906

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Dimensions: .23
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $612.99
Tax Amount: $20,602
Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

Exclusions: Wine Refrigerator In Basement
Disclosures/Rstr.: Public record states 3.5 bathrooms but there are 4.5 bathrooms.
Property ID: 683470

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Schools

Schools serving 799 Commonwealth Ave

School District:Newton School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Mason-Rice Elementary School 149 Pleasant Street, Newton, MA 02459	K-5	0.4 mi
Charles E Brown Middle School 125 Meadowbrook Rd, Newton, MA 02459	6-8	2.1 mi
Newton South High School 140 Brandeis Road, Newton, MA 02459	9-12	1.8 mi

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Price & Sales History for 799 Commonwealth Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/04/2026

Sold

$2,699,000

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MLS

7/09/2026

Price Reduced

$2,699,000

-2.39%

MLS

5/29/2026

Price Reduced

$2,765,000

-2.12%

MLS

5/13/2026

Listed

$2,825,000

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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.

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799 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 (MLS# 73517505) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,699,000 on September 04, 2026. This property was listed by Tamar Harrison from our Chestnut Hill - Hammond Office.Want to learn more about 799 Commonwealth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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