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405 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02459
$1,895,000
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405 Commonwealth AvenueNewtonMA02459
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Property Description
Set in Newton's much sought-after Ward School District and only minutes from Brookline & Boston, this prestigious family home offers grand entertainment spaces and phenomenal street presence, including a front row view of the Boston Marathon! The magnificent grounds include an inviting backyard retreat, complete with in-ground pool & jacuzzi. The home is trimmed with period wood detailing throughout and was built to entertain with an expansive living room, formal dining room w/fireplace, a library/office and spectacular year-round sun room with direct access to the covered patio and lush gardens. Preparing meals is a joy in the sun-light custom built chef's kitchen complete with dining alcove and butler's pantry with 2nd dishwasher. The home features six bedrooms including two potential master bedrooms. The generous lower-level offers a finished family room with fireplace, play room, sauna, wine storage & more!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 405 Commonwealth Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,895,000
- Taxes: $19,976 (2014)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 71692484
- Added to Site: 3, 607 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 16
- Interior Features: Security System, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, French Doors, Laundry Chute
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Range, Disposal, Compactor, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Dishwasher - ENERGY STAR, Washer - ENERGY STAR, Vent Hood, Oven - ENERGY STAR
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Partial Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedroom 1: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 16 x 14, Second Floor
- Bedroom 2: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 15 x 12, Second Floor
- Bedroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 9 x 13, Second Floor
- Bedroom 4: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 10 x 12, Second Floor
- Bedroom 5: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, 11 x 11, Second Floor
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, 16 x 28, First Floor
- Family Room: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Walk-in Storage, 14 x 28, Basement
- Kitchen: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, 20 x 25, First Floor
- Dining Room: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, 16 x 15, First Floor
- Laundry: Closet, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Exterior Access, Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, 10 x 15, Basement
- Bedroom: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, 22 x 10, Third Floor
- Sun Room: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors, Exterior Access, 11 x 25, First Floor
- Library: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, 12 x 12, First Floor
- Bathroom: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, 7 x 12, Second Floor
- Bathroom: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Laminate, 7 x 9, Third Floor
- Play Room: Hardwood Flooring, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Steam / Sauna, Wine Chiller, 14 x 17, Basement
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Covered Patio/Deck, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Outdoor Shower
- Color: Red Brick
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off-Street Parking, Paved Driveway
- Garage Description: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Middlesex
School Information
- Elementary School: Ward
- Middle School: Bigelow
- High School: Newton North
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window AC
- Heating Type: Hot Water Radiators, Gas
- Heating Fuel: Hot Water Radiators, Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Sump Pump
- Roof: Slate
- Square Feet: 5,612
- Year Built: 1917
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,000
- Frontage: Public
- Zoning: SR2
- Lot Description: Corner, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $19,976
- Tax Year: 2014
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Schools
Schools serving 405 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 | 1.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 405 Commonwealth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/11/2015
Sold
$1,895,000
-5.2%
MLS
3/11/2015
Price Reduced
$1,999,000
-19.88%
MLS
6/04/2014
Listed
$2,495,000
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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.
405 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 (MLS# 71692484) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,895,000 on June 11, 2015. This property was listed by Barry Cohen from our Newton Office.Want to learn more about 405 Commonwealth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton Center? You can browse all Newton Center real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.