68 Brooks Ave, Newton, MA 02460
FOR SALE

68 Brooks Ave
Newton, MA 02460

Newtonville
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,900 sqft

$1,599,000

Est. Mortgage $9,364/mo*

$1,599,000

Est. Mortgage $9,364/mo*
6 Beds
3 Baths
2,900 sqft

Local Information

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Description

The perfect blend of modern updates and vintage charm, this Newtonville Victorian is nestled on a charming side street near premier shopping, dining, and the commuter rail. A gracious front porch beckons you into the beautiful entry level graced with 9' ceilings, stained glass, and elegant architectural details. The entry foyer flows into an expansive bay-front living room and formal dining room with window-seat, an elegant fireplace mantel, and access to a wonderful deck, yard & garage. This level also offers a spacious family room or guest bedroom with an adjacent full bath. The modern kitchen is equipped with a quartz-capped island, stainless appliances, laundry area, mudroom + deck and yard access. Three spacious 2nd-level bedrooms plus a clever ensuite primary bath that doubles as a hallway bath. Finished attic with a full bath can flex as 3 more bedrooms or office, play and gym spaces. Recent updates inc. 2026 boiler, 1st floor bath, garage door opener, and new interior paint.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$551
Listed
20 days ago

Home Details for 68 Brooks Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior Entry,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2900 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: First FloorMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Electric Baseboard,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Dining RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Stained GlassFlooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Carpet, Flooring Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, DeckExterior: Porch, Deck, StorageFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2900

Days on Market

Days on Market: 20

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 684826

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,599,000Price Per Sqft: $551

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newton
School Information
Elementary School: Horace MannJr High / Middle School: DayHigh School: Newton North

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73525626

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2900 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5636 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73525626Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2900

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingPoolParkMedical FacilityHighway AccessPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-Station
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Elisabeth Preis, (617) 997-1694
Compass, (617) 752-6845
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73525626
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Market trends in Newton

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.51M
$86.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$602
$20
MoM
Available listings
344
38
MoM

Price History for 68 Brooks Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/28/2026$1,599,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73525626
08/28/2007$555,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,866
Assessment$1,006,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 68 Brooks Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
07/25/25
6
2
3,130
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
11/12/25
5
2.5
2,877
0.33
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$1,275,000
01/06/26
4
1.5
2,137
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,925,000
11/14/25
5
3.5
2,944
0.36
Single-Family Home
$2,275,000
04/23/26
5
3.5
3,783
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
11/03/25
3
3
2,336
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,230,000
08/29/25
4
2.5
1,792
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
07/01/25
4
4.5
2,760
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
11/14/25
3
3
1,551

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Newtonville

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's wildlife

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Shermaderma
    "Great neighborhood. Walking to distance to everything; schools, groceries, restaurants, fast food, commuter rail and buses. People are out and about and friendly. Streets are safe. "
  • Trulia User
    "Wonderful city. Safest of its size in the whole country. First class schools, wonderful library, convenient shopping, lots of restaurants. Newton is called the garden city because of the extensive trees found everywhere."
  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice neighborhood, very quiet, good school district, access to public transportation and restaurants."
  • Babpta
    "various parks and places to walk you pet. must keep the dog on a leash always remember to clean up, you could be fined"
  • Katherine
    "The is the dog park close and also Pooch hotel (doggie daycare & boarding) near by. There is also a huge park where we walk around quite a lot. Our dog never gets tired of it! "
  • EO
    "There are both off leash parks and designated area parks. I do not own a dog so I cannot speak too much. Also there are coyotes and wild turkeys which may be dangerous to small dogs."
  • Gloria L.
    "People have a high level of education, while being down to earth and are very family oriented. We love the proximity to the Mass Pike which makes it easy to get to Boston or anywhere to the West also. Neighbors are friendly and involved in the school system and the town politics."
  • Shayne B.
    "Tons of places to walk your dog that are safe and easy to get to."
  • Shayne B.
    "It has a suburban feel with a lot of the convenience of city life."
  • Shayne B.
    "There are lots of traffic lights, but the traffic in my area is not too bad."
  • Shayne B.
    "Newtonville has good schools and tons of parks where kids can play."
  • Attybsk
    "It’s a suburban hamlet in close proximity to the thriving beat of Boston. Close to Fenway Park, close to the Celtics and Bruins, Patriots to the south and easy access to highways north and west, this is the epicenter of where it all happens!"
  • Jenna T.
    "There are nice dog parks and other areas to take your dog."
  • Jenna T.
    "Our main street has unique restaurants that let you enjoy all kinds of cuisine. It is a fun place to wander around."
  • Jenna T.
    "Newtonville is super accessible, right off the highway."
  • Jenna T.
    "Newtonville has great opportunities for kids to participate in sports and has a lot of little neighborhood groups of friends."
  • Stephanie C.
    "This is a dog-friendly area. There is a nice dog park that is well maintained and not very crowded. You can access the Comm Ave Carriage Road or Charles River paths for long walks. There are also several large parks nearby."
  • Stephanie C.
    "It is beautiful and populated by down-to-earth people."
  • Stephanie C.
    "It can be difficult getting in and out of this neighborhood during rush hour, but most of the time there is no traffic or it is minimal. Very easy access to Mass Pike and Boston."
  • Stephanie C.
    "Newton public schools are great. There are many families in the neighborhood. There's also a large public library."
  • Ebruoral1
    "Great neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly and civil, great schools, supportive community. Generally well to do, educated."
  • Ebruoral1
    "Lived in the neighborhood for more than 10 years, has all the comforts that a neighborhood can have. Nice people, cared for houses, friendly atmosphere, great schools with parent involvement."
  • Bernardo G.
    "Walk to commuter train, Shaws, Trader Joe's, Wholefoods, Newton Free Library and many other stores in Newtonville."

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Elisabeth Preis, Compass, (617) 752-6845
Agent Phone: (617) 997-1694
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68 Brooks Ave, Newton, MA 02460 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,900 sqft single-family home built in 1905. 68 Brooks Ave is located in Newtonville, Newton. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on May 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73525626.