1720 Commonwealth Ave West Newton, MA 02465
West Newton Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,905
Sq Ft
9,148
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of July 2019Built in 1935 this three to four bedroom, three bathroom tudor offers over 2,900 square feet of living space on two levels. The first floor boasts a sunken living room with fireplace and beamed ceiling, a sun room with skylights, updated kitchen, formal dining room and a study or first floor bedroom. The second floor offers three bedrooms including a front-to-back master with dressing room and master bathroom. The lower level features a playroom/studio, office and storage. Other highlights include central air, two car direct-access garage, side and back patios and a slate roof. This property is located near public transportation, shops and highway access.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Buzz Birnbaum
Hammond Residential Real Estate Listed on: 02/04/2015
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$15,947
Year Built
1935
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1935
Interior Features
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
- Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Sump Pump
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 13X13
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 13X12
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor, 16X13
- Laundry Room: Basement
- Living Room: First Floor, 21X13
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 21X13
- Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wood, Dressing Room
- Dining Room: First Floor, 16X13
Exterior Features
- Frontage: 140
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior: Brick
- Exterior Features: Patio
- Foundation: Concrete Block
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off-Street
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Cooling Zones: 2
- Heat Zones: 4
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Condo/Co-op/Association
- HOA: No
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2019
Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Pagis Alexis and Pagis Rebekah
Bought by
Tolman Michaela E and Low Cho S
Seller's Agent
Anne Mahon
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Anne Mahon
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$249,000
-14.66%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$683,686
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.64%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 4, 2015
Closed on
May 28, 2015
Sold by
Gould Alan D and Gould Sally J
Bought by
Pagis Alexis and Pagis Rebekah
Seller's Agent
Buzz Birnbaum
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Anne Mahon
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,210,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.26%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.46%
Original Mortgage
$907,500
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 2011
Sold by
Gould Sally J and Gould Alan D
Bought by
Sally J Gould Ret and Gould Sally J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 10, 1994
Sold by
Dana-Faber Inc and Walsh C T
Bought by
Mcguire John F and Mcguire Sally J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,450,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,210,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $390,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $250,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Open | $705,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $907,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $539,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $405,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $405,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $405,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $272,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $254,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2019 07/22/19 | Sold | $1,450,000 | -6.5% | $468 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2019 06/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2019 05/30/19 | Price Changed | $1,550,000 | -4.6% | $500 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2019 05/16/19 | Price Changed | $1,625,000 | -4.4% | $524 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2019 04/23/19 | For Sale | $1,699,000 | +40.4% | $548 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2015 05/28/15 | Sold | $1,210,000 | +1.3% | $417 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2015 02/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2015 02/04/15 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $411 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,947 | $1,627,200 | $880,700 | $746,500 |
| 2024 | $15,419 | $1,579,800 | $855,000 | $724,800 |
| 2023 | $14,779 | $1,451,800 | $655,500 | $796,300 |
| 2022 | $14,142 | $1,344,300 | $606,900 | $737,400 |
| 2021 | $13,646 | $1,268,200 | $572,500 | $695,700 |
| 2020 | $13,237 | $1,267,900 | $572,500 | $695,400 |
| 2019 | $12,864 | $1,231,000 | $555,800 | $675,200 |
| 2018 | $12,286 | $1,135,500 | $503,700 | $631,800 |
| 2017 | $11,912 | $1,071,200 | $475,200 | $596,000 |
| 2016 | $9,246 | $812,500 | $359,500 | $453,000 |
| 2015 | $8,815 | $759,300 | $336,000 | $423,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anne Mahon
Seller's Agent in 2019
Anne Mahon
Leading Edge Real Estate
(617) 990-7660
1 in this area
172 Total Sales
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2015
Buzz Birnbaum
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71789787
APN: NEWT-000043-000040-000004
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