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

Single Family Residence

Type

6 hours 40 minutes

Time on Market

Active Open House Listed Jun 18, 2026 • MLS# 73537937 Copied!

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. OH Sat & Sun 12-1:30, Offers Mon 4pm

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner LAURAN HAZAN

Mailing Address 55 FOREST AVE WST, NEWTON, MA, 02465

Land Use

Use Code 1010

Description N/A

Zoning SR1

Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,535,000

Assessment History

Year	Land	Building	Total	Change
FY2026	$1,268,500	$266,500	$1,535,000	—

Sale History

Date	Price	Book/Page
Jun 1, 2017	$1,180,000	69371/223

Building Permit History

Issued	Type / Work	Status	Value
Mar 3, 2022	Building Permit - Solar Application SINGLE FAMILY [BPSO-22-171] Permit #706455	—	—

Data: Town of Newton

Municipal Context: NEWTON

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field	Assessor	MLS	Match
Sqft	3,123	2,556	✗
Year built	1,950	1,950	✓

Match: address_like (87.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 18, 2026

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

Open House Schedule

20

Jun

Saturday, June 20

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

21

Jun

Sunday, June 21

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

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, 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 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

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $14,327

Assessed Value $1,461,900

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: 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, Oil

Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Garden

Patio & Porch: Patio

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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

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55 Forest Ave, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

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Jun 18, 2026

$1,799,000

Original listing

Agent: Chuck Silverston Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/18/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,799,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jun 18, 2026	New Listing Added	$1,799,000	—

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Time on Market

6 hours 40 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$704

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

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