86 Park Ave Newton, MA 02458
Newton Corner Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,584
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of August 2024Return home to a park-like setting in this coveted Ward School neighborhood on one of Newton's loveliest streets. Surrounded by lush trees & shrubs, this stately, slate roof, brick colonial should not be missed. The generous living room has period details & a lovely crafted fireplace. The spacious dining room invites large family gatherings. The updated eat-in kitchen with granite counters overlooks a private yard. A gumwood paneled library, an additional office, a full bath, a screened porch & gleaming oak floors complete the first floor. Upstairs includes a large master bedroom with en suite bath, 3 additional bedrooms, a family bath, and generous closet space with two walk-in closets. The paneled basement is great for recreation and there is a full walk-up expandable attic. Conveniently located close to Newton Center, it also has easy access to the Mass Pike & express bus to downtown Boston. Beyond this, you will be living in the childhood home of the renowned Leonard Bernstein!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 09/16/2015
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$16,139
Year Built
1934
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Paved Drive, Shared Drive, Level
- Property Type: Single Family
- Other Agent: 1.00
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1934
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Amenities: Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
- Energy: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Walk-up Attic, Whole House Fan
- Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 18X14
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 14X11
- Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 11X10
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor, 18X13
- Laundry Room: Basement
- Living Room: First Floor, 23X14
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 20X14
- Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room: First Floor, 16X14
- Oth1 Room Name: Library
- Oth1 Dimen: 13X11
- Oth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
- Oth2 Room Name: Office
- Oth2 Dimen: 8X11
- Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
Exterior Features
- Roof: Slate
- Construction: Stone/Concrete
- Exterior: Brick
- Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Detached
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Cooling: Window AC
- Heating: Central Heat, Hot Water Radiators, Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Schools
- Elementary School: Ward
- Middle School: Bigelow
- High School: Newton North
Lot Info
- Zoning: SR2
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2016
Sold by
Gary R Orren
Bought by
Davenport Bradley and Davenport Amy
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2015
Closed on
Apr 8, 2016
Sold by
Orren Gary R
Bought by
Davenport Bradley and Davenport Amy
Seller's Agent
Chana Meyer
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Baker
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $100,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | -- | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $960,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2024 08/20/24 | Sold | $2,005,000 | +19.7% | $807 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2024 07/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2024 07/11/24 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | +39.6% | $674 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2016 04/08/16 | Sold | $1,200,000 | 0.0% | $464 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2016 02/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/18/2016 02/18/16 | Off Market | $1,200,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/20/2016 01/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2016 01/19/16 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | 0.0% | $464 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2015 10/07/15 | Off Market | $1,200,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2015 09/28/15 | Off Market | $1,200,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2015 09/28/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2015 09/16/15 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | -- | $464 / 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 | $16,139 | $1,646,800 | $1,324,900 | $321,900 |
| 2024 | $15,604 | $1,598,800 | $1,286,300 | $312,500 |
| 2023 | $14,838 | $1,457,600 | $982,600 | $475,000 |
| 2022 | $14,198 | $1,349,600 | $909,800 | $439,800 |
| 2021 | $13,700 | $1,273,200 | $858,300 | $414,900 |
| 2020 | $13,292 | $1,273,200 | $858,300 | $414,900 |
| 2019 | $12,917 | $1,236,100 | $833,300 | $402,800 |
| 2018 | $12,254 | $1,132,500 | $755,400 | $377,100 |
| 2017 | $11,881 | $1,068,400 | $712,600 | $355,800 |
| 2016 | $11,402 | $1,001,900 | $666,000 | $335,900 |
| 2015 | $10,872 | $936,400 | $622,400 | $314,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2024
Patricia Baker
Keller Williams Realty
-
E
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Elizabeth Darby
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2016
Chana Meyer
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71905150
APN: NEWT-000073-000012-000003
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