FeaturesBathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
LevelThird
861 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$2,195,000
Est. $12,511/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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Open House Schedule
26
Sep
Saturday, September 26
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
24
Sep
Thursday, September 24
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
27
Sep
Sunday, September 27
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
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 detached two-car garage, gas systems, and easy access to the Mason-Rice School, the “T”, Newton Centre shops and restaurants, and major routes.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 22, 2026
$2,195,000
Original listing
Agent: Debby Belt
Office: Hammond Residential Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,195,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $14,541 | $1,500,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$14,541
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,500,600
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1913
Living Area
2,640 sq ft
Lot Size
0.22 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry
First Floor
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Craftsman
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping
Pool
In Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$14,541
Assessed Value
$1,500,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
As measured by Carol Meyer. Does not include enclosed front porch (270 sf).
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1913
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,640 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,640 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolIn Ground
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed, Patio
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry:
First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Craftsman
Year Built:
1913
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
In Ground
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Newton Country Day School
0.7 mi
Grades 05-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.3 mi
Grades K-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Fessenden School
1.7 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
1.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Campus School at Boston College
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.3 mi
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#13 of 352
|
Score: 63.2
Improved 38 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
830 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#22 of 352
|
Score: 60.9
Improved 48 spots from last year
+2.7 above state avg
451 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.0 mi
|
#25 of 352
|
Score: 60.8
Improved 12 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
654 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
2.1 mi
|
#2 of 352
|
Score: 66.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.3 above state avg
698 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.6 mi
|
#7 of 346
|
Score: 76.8
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.6 above state avg
2,055 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
1.9 mi
|
#6 of 346
|
Score: 77.7
Improved 19 spots from last year
+19.5 above state avg
1,865 students
Diverse
20 sports
• 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Newton Center
861 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Debby Belt
Listing Office
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Office Phone
617-731-4644
Agent MLS ID
CN201336
Office MLS ID
AN3108
Listing Data Updated
Sep 22, 2026 11:01 AM EDT
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