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$3,218,000

1245 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02465
Newton, MA 02465
Listed by Deborah M. Gordon
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5.5
Living area
4,400 sqft
Year built
1870

About this home

Perched high above Commonwealth Avenue, this beautifully renovated Colonial combines timeless character with the comfort and style of today. Set among mature trees, the property feels wonderfully private while enjoying one of Newton’s most sought-after locations. Thoughtfully renovated and revived by Newtons top builder, the home retains its old-world charm and architectural detail while offering a fresh, inviting layout for today’s lifestyle. The open kitchen features a large island with seating and plenty of room for a breakfast table, with a den or office just off the kitchen. A formal dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while the fireplaced living room opens through a wall of windows to a bright sunroom overlooking the yard and patio. The spacious primary suite, added as part of the renovation, features a walk-in closet and beautiful full bath. Two additional bedrooms, including one en-suite, and another full bath complete the second floor. Two more bedrooms and a bath on the third floor provide wonderful flexibility for family and guests. Outside, the patio and private yard offer a peaceful setting surrounded by mature trees. With the Commonwealth Avenue path right outside your door for biking, walking, and enjoying the energy of Marathon Day. This is a special home in the Pierce School district, an ideal location that truly brings together character, privacy, space, and location. Close proximity to Boston and all Newton has to offer.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
73583074
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
2
On market date
September 27, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
3
Lot size
0.42 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Zervas
0.59 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
422
Student:teacher ratio
12.1:1
District
Newton
Middle
F A Day Middle
1.42 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
934
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Newton
High
Newton North High
0.75 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,098
Student:teacher ratio
10.9:1
District
Newton

Walkability

Blended score for Newton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

74
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
11.2 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores7
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies4

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Newton, from live MLS data.

On the market 2 days -- 93 fewer days than Newton's current average of 95 days.
For reference, the median list price across 817 active listings in Newton right now is $899,900.

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Est. monthly payment
$19,529/mo
$643,600 down
$2,574,400 loan
Principal & interest$16,698
Property tax (est.)$2,682
Home insurance (est.)$150

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