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55 Forest Ave, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465
$1,799,000
Est. $10,491/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,556
Sq Ft
$704
Price/Sq Ft
0.22
Acres
1950
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
18
Days on Market
Pending Listed Jun 17, 2026 • MLS# 73537937 Copied! • Updated Jul 7, 2026

About this home

Timeless brick Colonial set on beautifully landscaped grounds, delivering exceptional indoor-outdoor living in prestigious West Newton Hill, one of Newton's most sought-after neighborhoods. An estate-like backyard retreat features an expansive paver patio, sweeping lawn, mature landscaping, garden beds & detached 2-car garage, creating a setting rarely found this close to Newton Centre. Inside, the oversized kitchen w/breakfast bar flows seamlessly into a spacious dining room, creating the true heart of the home. Elegant living room w/fireplace & custom built-ins offers a warm gathering space, while a dedicated office provides ideal work-from-home flexibility. The 2nd level features 3 beds including the prim. suite w/walk-in closet & ensuite bath, plus a 2nd full bath. Finished LL offers versatile space for movie night, playroom, gym or office. Moments to vibrant dining, boutique shopping, the Green Line T, Route 9, Route 128 & the Mass Pike. Offers Mon 4pm.

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Jun 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jun 22, 2026
New showing requirements
Pending Sale
Jun 22, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2026
$1,799,000
Original listing
Agent: Chuck Silverston Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,327 $1,461,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,327
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,461,900

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 2,556 sq ft
Lot Size 0.22 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Flooring - Wood
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry In Basement
Features Lighting - Overhead, Home Office, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $14,327
Assessed Value $1,461,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Somer Exterior Photos Have Been Digitally Enhanced And Some Interior Photos Have Been Virtually Edited.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures Lower Level measured by MaxPro Productions
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 20 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,556 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom3
4 x 10
Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead
Office
13 x 8
Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Second Floor

Bathroom1
8 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom3
10 x 14
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom2
8 x 6
Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Bedroom2
15 x 10
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
13 x 17
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead

Basement Floor

Family Room
13 x 16
Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Master Bathroom
Yes

Main,First Floor

Dining Room
13 x 12
Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
18 x 12
Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
Living Room
13 x 24
Flooring - Wood, Archway

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Home Office, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station
School District
Newton School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Fessenden School
0.8 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
0.8 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.1 mi
Grades 02-12
Newton Country Day School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-12
Jackson School
1.3 mi
Grades K-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
3.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.0 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.8 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.9 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.8 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
3.0 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Clearway School
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.5 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton South High School
2.8 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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55 Forest Ave, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chuck Silverston Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 617-264-7900
Agent MLS ID TM309710
Office MLS ID AN8363
Listing Data Updated Jul 7, 2026 6:03 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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