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#73366306, Elisabeth Preis, Listing Office: Compass
$2,695,000 List price
254 Commonwealth Ave Newton, MA 02467
5 beds
3 full, 2 partial
4,119 sqft
0.1 acres
$654 / sqft
House
Property details
About 254 Commonwealth Ave
This beautifully renovated single-family home in Chestnut Hill combines timeless elegance with modern amenities. Spanning four levels, it features five spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms with custom finishes, plus two well appointed half baths. The open-concept living areas include a formal living room and a den, both with oversized windows. The chef's kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a large island, and ample counter space. Located off the kitchen is a cozy breakfast nook that flows into the formal dining room opening onto an expansive deck. The private deck overlooks a fenced in yard, perfect for outdoor entertainment and enjoyment. The primary suite offers a spacious layout with an ensuite bathroom. Each of the other sizable bedrooms has abundant storage and custom light fixtures.This stunning home provides peace and proximity to local amenities, schools, parks, and shopping, offering the ideal blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,119 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73359294
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,695,000
- Price/SqFt: $654
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Located on Commonwealth Ave. between Manet Rd. and Hammondswood Rd.
- Year Built: 1880
- Living Area: 4,119 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
- MLS Number: 73359294
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (617) 206-3333
- Listing Agent: The Mazer Group
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Nearby schools
6
Ward Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•10 Dolphin Rd
6
Bowen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•280 Cypress St
10
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 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 $193,627. Most Newton, MA residents have annual incomes $200k+. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
48%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
18%
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 254 Commonwealth Ave
The listing price of 254 Commonwealth Ave property is $2,695,000.
The property 254 Commonwealth Ave is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02467.
Active Listing: 254 Commonwealth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 254 Commonwealth Ave are: Ward Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bowen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mason-Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Thomas Edison K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mary Lyon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 254 Commonwealth Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 254 Commonwealth Ave is 4,119 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 254 Commonwealth Ave is 1880.
This home is located at 254 Commonwealth Ave in Newton, MA and zip code 02467 in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 4,119 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,695,000.
In April 2025 more than 29 listings in Newton, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 27 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Newton, MA increased by 29.5% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $1,502,556 and the average listing age was 32 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.