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#73339395, Richard C. Dore, Listing office: Hammond Residential Real Estate
$2,290,000 List price
1245 Commonwealth Ave Newton, MA 02465
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,055 sqft
0.4 acres
$750 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1245 Commonwealth Ave
Perched high on the prestigious Carriage Lane of Commonwealth Avenue, this stately Colonial offers elegant living in one of the area's most coveted settings. Graced with generously scaled rooms, and beautiful natural light, the home blends timeless architecture with exceptional livability. A wonderful kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complete with a central island and cozy seating area — perfect for casual meals and gathering with family or friends. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms, including a lovely primary suite, while the third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath — ideal for guests, a playroom, or home offices. A rare opportunity on the carriage lane of Comm Ave. Easy access to Boston and Cambridge and the Newtonville Commuter rail.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size3,055 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.42 Acres
Year built1870
MLS #73386626
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Exterior: Patio
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $2,290,000
- Price/SqFt: $749
- Annual Tax Amount: $20,900
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Directions: Comm Ave Carriage Lane
- Year Built: 1870
- Living Area: 3,055 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.42 Acres
- MLS Number: 73386626
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
- Office Phone: (617) 731-2447
- Listing Agent: Deborah Gordon
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2003 | Home Sold | $1,188,000 |
| May 11, 1993 | Home Sold | $586,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,141,400 | $20,900 |
| 2023 | $1,945,400 | $19,804 |
| 2022 | $1,801,300 | $18,950 |
| 2021 | $1,699,300 | $18,284 |
| 2020 | $1,699,300 | $17,741 |
| 2019 | $1,649,800 | $17,240 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Zervas Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•30 Beethoven Ave
7
Peirce Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•170 Temple St
10
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•149 Pleasant St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $282,833. The most common annual income of people living in Newton, MA is $200k+. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
0%
<35k
14%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
71%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
17%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1245 Commonwealth Ave
The listing price of 1245 Commonwealth Ave property is $2,290,000.
The property 1245 Commonwealth Ave is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02465.
Active Listing: 1245 Commonwealth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1245 Commonwealth Ave are: Zervas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mason-Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Oak Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $20,900 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 4, 2003 for $1,188,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1245 Commonwealth Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1245 Commonwealth Ave is 3,055 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1245 Commonwealth Ave is 1870.
This home is located at 1245 Commonwealth Ave in Newton, MA and zip code 02465 in the West Newton neighborhood. This 3,055 square foot home, which was built in 1870, sits on a 0.42 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,290,000.
Over 44 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Newton, MA. In the same period over 46 listings were sold below the listed price and 12 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Newton, MA between April and May 2025 increased by 15.5%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 31 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,550,400.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.