861 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02459

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,640 sqft

Property Description

This lovely Arts & Crafts-style residence, with beautiful original woodwork and architectural details, is conveniently located in Newton Centre on the Carriage Lane. An expansive enclosed front porch opens to a gracious foyer that flows into an oversized living room with a fireplace and a beamed ceiling, and continues into a spacious dining room with built-ins. The renovated eat-in kitchen, appointed with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinets, overlooks the lush, level backyard with a patio and an in-ground swimming pool. Also found on the first level are a mudroom and laundry room off the kitchen, a family room/office that could also be used as a guest bedroom, and a renovated full bathroom. An elegant staircase leads to the second level comprised of a wonderful primary bedroom suite with a renovated bathroom. Three other spacious bedrooms, and a renovated bathroom complete this level. Further enhancing this property are gleaming hardwood floors, a porte cochere, a detached two-car garage, gas systems, and easy access to the Mason-Rice School, the “T”, Newton Centre shops and restaurants, and major routes.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 22, 2026

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 12:06PM

Listing Office:

Hammond Residential Real Estate : 617-731-4644

Listing Agent:

Debby Belt : 617-733-7922

MLS ID:

73580639

Interior

• Appliances: OvenDishwasherRangeRefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryer
• Laundry: First Floor
• Basement: Interior EntryBulkheadUnfinished
• Flooring: HardwoodFlooring - Hardwood
• A/C: Window Unit(s)
• Heating: SteamNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Porch - EnclosedPatioPool - IngroundProfessional Landscaping
• Style: Craftsman
• Pool: In Ground
• Parking: DetachedParking spaces: 6

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: FrameStone

Location

• Road/Access: Public
• Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
• County: Middlesex

Lot

• Zoning: SR2686842

Utilities

• Utilities: 200+ Amp Service
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: MLS Property Information Network