254 Commonwealth Ave

4,119 Sq. Ft.
$603 / Sq. Ft.
4,119
Sq. Ft.
$603
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.

Listing Agents

  1. The Mazer Group

    The Mazer Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    mazergroup@compass.com

    P: (617)-905-7379

  2. Allison Mazer

    Allison Mazer

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    allison.mazer@compass.com

    P: (617)-905-7379

  3. Tara Rostamnezhad

    Tara Rostamnezhad

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Chestnut Hill
Area
MA-Newton-Chestnut Hill, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2025 03:31 AM

Property Details for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73359294
Days on Market86
Taxes$17,422 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1880
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Judy Korzenowski

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Building Information for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

Stories-Year Built1880Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,330 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,563 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,111

Property Taxes

$1,452

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: FHA
  • Living Area: 4119.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Finished
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:61 B:013 L:0009,697994
  • Assessments: $1,777,800
  • Book: 61544
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: MR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,485,000—
Jun 25, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73359294

—
Jun 25, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73359294

—
Jun 11, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,500,000—
Apr 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,695,000—
Dec 31, 2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73288486

$2,899,000—
Sep 11, 2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000—
Sep 11, 2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000—
Sep 11, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73288486

$2,999,000—
Jul 9, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000—
Apr 4, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #350959544

$965,000

+1.3% / yr

Apr 4, 2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71376437

$965,000—
Jan 25, 2013

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71376437

—
Jan 25, 2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71376437

—
May 2, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71376437

$1,025,000—
Sep 30, 2007

Expired

MLS PIN #70557573

$1,090,000—
Apr 12, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70557573

$1,120,000—
Nov 30, 2006

Expired

MLS PIN #70452261

$1,230,000—
Sep 6, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70452261

$1,270,000—
Sep 15, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127812328

$850,000

+8.8% / yr

Jul 30, 2003

Expired

MLS PIN #30697817

$879,000—
Feb 27, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30697817

$984,000—
Jul 2, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88048728

$359,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,485,000
06/25/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73359294

—
06/25/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73359294

—
06/11/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,500,000
04/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359294

$2,695,000
12/31/2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73288486

$2,899,000
09/11/2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000
09/11/2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000
09/11/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73288486

$2,999,000
07/09/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73262196

$3,200,000
04/04/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #350959544

$965,000

+1.3% / yr

04/04/2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71376437

$965,000
01/25/2013

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71376437

—
01/25/2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71376437

—
05/02/2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71376437

$1,025,000
09/30/2007

Expired

MLS PIN #70557573

$1,090,000
04/12/2007

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70557573

$1,120,000
11/30/2006

Expired

MLS PIN #70452261

$1,230,000
09/06/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70452261

$1,270,000
09/15/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127812328

$850,000

+8.8% / yr

07/30/2003

Expired

MLS PIN #30697817

$879,000
02/27/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30697817

$984,000
07/02/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88048728

$359,000

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

Public Records for 254 Commonwealth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,150,800Additions$627,000Total$1,777,800
Tax Record2025$17,422 ($1,452 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,218 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,218 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt322 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,330 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880ZoningMR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:61 B:013 L:0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 254 Commonwealth 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
Ward Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bigelow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Mount Alvernia Academy
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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