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Listing broker remarks

ATTENTION BUILDERS, DEVELOPERS, INVESTORS & END USERS! Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity in prime Newton, located along Comm Ave’s desirable carriage lane. This charming 3-bedroom home sits on a 5,223 sq. ft. lot with 56 feet of frontage in an MR1 zoning district, offering exciting potential for renovation, new construction, or your dream home. Sold as-is, the property features classic character, including gumwood moulding, stairs and built-ins, while the walk-out basement offers potential for an ADU. Ideally located in the Williams, Brown, and Newton South school districts, with easy access to parks, shops, public transportation, major commuter routes, and the Auburndale Commuter Rail station just ½ mile away. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this exceptional Newton property!— Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

Key details

  • 1,438 sq ft
  • 5,223 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1925 built
  • $591 / sq ft
  • $8,757 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠1⁠1⁠5⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
1925 Commonwealth Ave
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02466
Deed (Bk/Pg)
66660 / 217

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Neighborhood: Auburndale

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.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.