167 Lake Ave

Newton, MA 02459

$4,225,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
7,040 Sq. Ft.
$600 / Sq. Ft.
7,040
Sq. Ft.
$600
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Magnificent 1895 Newton Centre Colonial Revival sits on a spectacular 20,050 sf lot with views toward Crystal Lake just blocks from Newton Highlands. It has been fabulously renovated with modern amenities while maintaining its extraordinary original details. The dramatic front porch leads to the foyer which opens on one side to the spacious family room. Across the foyer is the exceptionally large living room with a fireplace and a door to the exquisite library. French doors from the living room lead...Magnificent 1895 Newton Centre Colonial Revival sits on a spectacular 20,050 sf lot with views toward Crystal Lake just blocks from Newton Highlands. It has been fabulously renovated with modern amenities while maintaining its extraordinary original details. The dramatic front porch leads to the foyer which opens on one side to the spacious family room. Across the foyer is the exceptionally large living room with a fireplace and a door to the exquisite library. French doors from the living room lead to the grand dining room, which connects to the extraordinary kitchen through a large butler’s pantry. Featuring top-of-the-line appliances and a breakfast area, the eat-in kitchen has French doors to the deck and yard. The 2nd level houses the stunning master suite, 4 more bedrooms, 2 full baths and a sitting room with a balcony. On the 3rd level is the spectacular office and several guest rooms. Finished lower level with media & studio space. Central air, heated pool and 2 car garage

Listing Agents

  1. Matt Montgomery

    Matt Montgomery

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    mmontgomery@compass.com

    P: (617)-645-4280

Property Details for 167 Lake Avenue

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Center
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 07:20 AM

Property Details for 167 Lake Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #71960888
Days on Market6
Taxes$24,210 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1895
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Hammond Residential Real Estate, Charlie McMillan

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Building Information for 167 Lake Avenue

Stories-Year Built1895Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,050 SF

Payment Calculator

$24,154 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$22,136

Property Taxes

$2,018

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 167 Lake Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 7040.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Mason Rice
  • High School: South
  • Middle School: Brown
  • Neighborhood: Crystal Lake
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished
  • Num of Baths: 6.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Closet - Walk-in, Bathroom - Full, Library, Office, Bedroom, Bathroom, Media Room, Sitting Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony - Exterior, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Pool - Inground Heated, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
  • Waterview Features: Lake
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 270.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 192.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 285.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 288.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 176.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 16.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Marble,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 425.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Length: 25.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 208.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Length: 13.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 270.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 465.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Length: 31.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 480.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 15.0
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Width: 32.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:62 B:002 L:0001,698534
  • Assessments: $2,085,300
  • Book: 27277
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 167 Lake Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #569707897

$4,225,000

+7.6% / yr

Apr 14, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71960888

$4,225,000
Feb 23, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71960888

Feb 17, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71960888

$4,350,000
Nov 30, 2015

Canceled

MLS PIN #71918857

$4,350,000
Oct 14, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71918857

$4,350,000
May 12, 1997

Sold

MLS PIN #50295424

$1,050,000
May 8, 1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88043473

$1,050,000
Mar 13, 1997

Contingent

MLS PIN #50295424

Jul 22, 1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50295424

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #569707897

$4,225,000

+7.6% / yr

04/14/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71960888

$4,225,000
02/23/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71960888

02/17/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71960888

$4,350,000
11/30/2015

Canceled

MLS PIN #71918857

$4,350,000
10/14/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71918857

$4,350,000
05/12/1997

Sold

MLS PIN #50295424

$1,050,000
05/08/1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88043473

$1,050,000
03/13/1997

Contingent

MLS PIN #50295424

07/22/1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50295424

$1,250,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 167 Lake Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,190,900Additions$4,245,700Total$5,436,600
Tax Record2025$53,279 ($4,440 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt7,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,040 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,002 SqFtStories3Lot Size20,050 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1895ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:62 B:002 L:0001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 167 Lake Avenue

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Mason-Rice Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

Wellan Montessori School
PrivatePK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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