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Listing broker remarks

Prime Newton Centre location. Set on the Carriage Lane of Commonwealth Avenue is this stately brick Colonial-style residence with a slate roof. Well-maintained, the home has been carefully renovated, incorporating modern amenities for today's lifestyle. Off the foyer is the living room, with a coffered ceiling and a fireplace, that leads into a magnificent kitchen with an oversized island, breakfast bar, and top-of-the-line appliances. The elegant dining room is adjacent to a lovely sunroom overlooking the grounds. A powder room and a mudroom complete this level. On the second level is the primary bedroom suite with a dressing room and spa-like bathroom, plus two more bedrooms, another full bathroom, and laundry. The third level has two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level is comprised of a family room, bonus room, and full bathroom. In addition to a great level yard with a patio, there is a garage. Easy access to public transportation, shops, parks, and schools.— Hammond Residential Real Estate

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Key details

  • 4,403 sq ft
  • 10,210 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 4.5 baths
  • 1906 built
  • $627 / sq ft
  • $20,602 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠7⁠5⁠0⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
799 Commonwealth Avenue
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02459
Deed (Bk/Pg)
57075 / 466

Historic designations

National Register
Commonwealth Avenue Historic District · includes NWT.4409
MACRIS Inventory
Commonwealth Park - Morton Street - Cedar Street

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Neighborhood: Newton

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.