85 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02467
Property image
Property image
OFF MARKET

85 Commonwealth Ave
Newton, MA 02467

  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 400 sqft (on 0.56 acres)

$2,598,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026

$2,598,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Studio
1 Bath
400 sqft
(on 0.56 acres)

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 85 Commonwealth Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

This is a lovely FURNISHED OR PARTIALLY FURNISHED garden unit with updated kitchen and bath near the Boston Public Garden. With all utilities included, the unit faces trees, gets good light, and the new renovations include a granite kitchen with stainless appliances and shower/bath and central AC. Good closet space. In an ideal location, it is a 5 minute walk to the greenline T, and a 15 minute walk to MGH hospital. Inc. all utilities, internet & TV cable and Bi-weekly cleaning. One block from Newbury Street and trendy shops.

Short Term and Long Term Lease's Available
85 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02467 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 400 sqft apartment built in 1900. It last sold for $1,950,000 on May 11, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2020 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 20, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,598,000, with a rent estimate of $2,368/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 85 Commonwealth Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 13
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Colonial

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.56 acres

Price History for 85 Commonwealth Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/11/2022$1,950,000Sold
MLS PIN #72913308
03/25/2022$1,995,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72913308
12/18/2021ListingRemovedMLS PIN #72913308
10/27/2021$1,995,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72913308
02/20/2020$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/25/2020$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
10/12/1999$1,200,000Sold
N/A
02/14/1991$405,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Newton

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.51M
$86.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$602
$20MoM
Available listings
344
38MoM
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$20,466
Assessment$2,088,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 85 Commonwealth Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
230 Washington St, Brighton, MA
1.22
Apartment
$1,192,000
05/29/26
2
1
999
99 Tremont St #302, Brighton, MA
0.84
Apartment
$810,000
03/19/26
2
2
1,121
1824 Beacon St #5, Brookline, MA
1.33
Apartment
$1,187,500
10/07/25
2
1
850
1865 Beacon St #1A, Brookline, MA
1.25
Apartment
$900,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,226
247 Chestnut Hill Ave #31, Brighton, MA
0.79
Apartment
$370,000
07/17/25
1
1
527
32-34 Larch St, Brighton, MA
0.56
Apartment
$2,225,000
06/03/26
4
3
1,875
165 Lake Shore Rd #1, Brighton, MA
0.39
Apartment
$3,450
08/21/25
3
2
1,056
1480 Commonwealth Ave #15, Brighton, MA
1.62
Apartment
$396,000
07/16/25
1
1
600
370 Chestnut Hill Ave #3, Brighton, MA
1.02
Apartment
$475,000
07/01/26
3
1
730
40 Orkney Rd #1, Brighton, MA
1.06
Apartment
$505,000
05/27/26
3
2
1,100
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 85 Commonwealth Ave.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

What Locals Say about Newton

At least 596 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Joao
    "Oak Hill and Newton in general are great for raising families, with top rated schools and a community that is very focused on children and their education "
    0
    Flag
  • Joao
    "There are people walking dogs all the time and they take good care to clean up after them. Dog owners are welcome!"
    0
    Flag
  • Justin Buck
    "The neighborhood has fantastic access to the Cove on the Charles River, a wonderful park. The area is quiet, but has amazing accessibility to the whole Boston area via I-90, I-95, Green Line, Commuter Rail, and Express Bus. The community hosts an annual PorchFest block party with dozens of bands playing on front porches, which is a highlight every year."
    0
    Flag
  • Soniamgregory
    "Suburban with walkable stores and activities. Easy access to commuter rail into Boston. Great public schools "
    0
    Flag
  • Timothyasmth
    "Great place to raise a family. Safe neighborhoods, good schools. Close to transportation and highways. "
    0
    Flag
  • Justindbuck
    "The community block party and porchfest with live music are traditional yearly events. Great neighborhood for Halloween."
    0
    Flag
  • Commave
    "There is a grand piano out on the town green all summer and most evenings people gather there to eat and admire the community-maintained gardens while they listen to whoever plays. The Harvest Fair in the fall is well attended and a great time. The weekly farmers market is first-rate as is swimming in Crystal Lake. And then there’s Halloween, when so many people go all-out. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • Pmellios
    "I grew up in newton. Lots to do! Crystal lake, 4th of July at Fessenden, farmers markets. Nice sense of community and very safe! Now feels more urban but still come back from downtown Boston to visit family on the weekends."
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in West Newton and then Newton Centre since 1978, raised three kids here, and have retired here. A wonderful town filled with friendly and high achieving people. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dogs, lots of parks, nice people, great schools, lots of restaurants and stores within walking distance."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Very nice neighborhood Live here for twenty years I do not commute to work. Self employed "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Friendly dog walkers are out and about at all hours. Traffic is pretty slow - no fast speeding vehicles. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "A nice neighborhood of 1- and 2 family homes. A vibrant commercial area with some new buildings with apartments, stores, and restaurants. "
    3
    Flag
  • Eugen J.
    "The area is known for its picturesque New England-style homes, tree-lined streets, and friendly community. The neighborhood is also home to the beautiful Upper Falls Greenway, which offers residents a peaceful spot to take a walk or have a picnic."
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I live in newton one year,it is safe and quiet, very beautiful town,people are friendly,everything is good for me."
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "We have a neighborhood block party in the spring and a town-wide Village Day in the fall. "
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Safe area to live with a family, close to everything and schools are great. Commute to Boston by commuter rail that is quite expensive"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I like living here, it is convenient, quiet and nice, the people are friendly They organize town events "
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Close knit community, close to T station and vibrant city center that is really convenient for all. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice neighborhood, very quiet, good school district, access to public transportation and restaurants."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I’m only a few minutes away from work. It’s a great location to be and to raise kids. Cute little shops that just opened up as well. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "They would like it cause there is a trail next to charles river people walk, run, bike and it is pets friendly "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "The Italian festival is one of my favorite events in Newton. Also, I should include how wonderful the community is."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Best schools in the US, beautiful neighborhood with easy accessibility to public transportation and restaurants "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Very convenient to all downtown areas and buses are always on time and never overcrowded and nice bus drivers"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to the T and bus lines and some major commuter thoroughfares, but traffic can be heavy. The highway however is not too close"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "There recently have been more dog owners. Most of them do pick up poop after the dog, but there ate a few people that don't. Otherwise most of the dog owners I know are super friendly and nice."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "while I would like more than one event, there is a nice street fair each summer that's good for kids. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "massive dog park where there are lots of friendly dogs and owners (say hi to spike) and great small trails for dogs, "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "It has a nice balance of close to the city and in walking distance of town center and public transit and parks!"
    1
    Flag
  • Yogeshreddy
    "Safe, kid friendly neighborhood. Suburban feel but close to many locations. Easy access to highways. "
    0
    Flag
  • Rebecca
    "My neighborhood is quiet, safe and close to the commuter rail and some restaurants. It’s a very pleasant area."
    1
    Flag
  • Rebecca
    "Many people in the neighborhood have dogs and there are some nice places to walk them. A few parks and trails easy to find."
    0
    Flag
  • Matt K.
    "Great place for kids. Nice restaurants around too. Plenty of green space and parks. The driving is a bit crazy "
    0
    Flag
  • Robert S.
    "Place where kids can walk to friends house and the park without worry. Great place for being part of a community and feeling a sense of belonging"
    0
    Flag
  • Rita N.
    "My neighborhood is a great place to live and raise kids too, i can highly recommend it to whoever is looking for an extraordinary place to live and build a family"
    0
    Flag
  • Rconlin13
    "There are parks such as Skyline and Millennium parks that are nice to visit. The side streets are quiet which are nice to walk on."
    0
    Flag
  • 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"
    1
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

115 pet-friendly rentals in Newton, MA

Explore by feature - Garage

77 rentals with a garage in Newton, MA

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

231 rentals with air conditioning in Newton, MA

Explore by feature - Pool

27 rentals with a pool in Newton, MA

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

340 rentals with a washer/dryer in Newton, MA

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

35 rentals with an outdoor space in Newton, MA

Homes for sale near 85 Commonwealth Ave

Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 85 Commonwealth Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item