861 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02459

Newton
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861 Commonwealth Ave,Newton, MA 02459
$2,195,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,640 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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  • Sun, Sep 27
    11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Listed by: debby belt
Office: hammond residential real estate
MLS#:73580639
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,195,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$831.44

About this home

This lovely Arts & Crafts-style residence, with beautiful original woodwork and architectural details, is conveniently located in Newton Centre on the Carriage Lane. An expansive enclosed front porch opens to a gracious foyer that flows into an oversized living room with a fireplace and a beamed ceiling, and continues into a spacious dining room with built-ins. The renovated eat-in kitchen, appointed with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinets, overlooks the lush, level backyard with a patio and an in-ground swimming pool. Also found on the first level are a mudroom and laundry room off the kitchen, a family room/office that could also be used as a guest bedroom, and a renovated full bathroom. An elegant staircase leads to the second level comprised of a wonderful primary bedroom suite with a renovated bathroom. Three other spacious bedrooms, and a renovated bathroom complete this level. Further enhancing this property are gleaming hardwood floors, a porte cochere, a...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1913
  • Listing ID #:73580639
  • Updated:September 24, 2026 at 12:15 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Rooms Total:8
  • Flooring:Flooring - Hardwood, Hardwood
  • Dining Description:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Description:Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Dishwasher, Flooring - Hardwood, Freezer, Oven, Pantry, Range, Refrigerator, Remodeled
  • Basement Description:Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Living area:2,640 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:1 Cooling Zone, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Steam

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1913
  • Building area:2,640 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.22 Acres
  • Lot Features:Level
  • Architectural Style:Craftsman
  • Construction Materials:Frame
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Porch - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping
  • Foundation Description:Stone

Schools

  • High school:North/South
  • Middle school:Brown
  • Elementary school:Mason Rice

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,195,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$831.44
  • Tax amount:$14,541 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, First Floor, Washer
  • Pool features:In Ground, Private Pool

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:6
  • Parking description:Detached
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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