ATTENTION HOME BUYERS AND BUILDERS! Nestled on a coveted street, this home offers a perfect blend of architectural detail & potential. The 1st floor features a gracious living room, paneled dining room w period built-ins, & an idyllic front porch to admire the front yard. The kitchen has oversized windows overlooking the spacious, flat backyard. On the 2nd floor are four bedrooms and a full bathroom. The 3rd floor presents exciting possibilities, allowing you to tailor the home to suit your specific needs. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or envisioning a home with expansion possibilities, 81 Avalon presents a rare opportunity to update and create your dream haven in this prime location. This property provides easy access to highly desirable amenities. The Green Line, schools, coffee shops, restaurants, and SO MUCH MORE are all within a short distance. Do not miss the chance to make this home your own and unlock the full potential of this idyllic Waban address.
Sold for $2,050,000
$2,050,000
81 Avalon Rd, Newton, MA 02468
4beds
2,336sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.57 Acres Lot
$2,716,800 Zestimate®
$878/sqft
$5,243 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,716,800
$2.31M - $3.31M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Powissett Group 508-294-9318,
Compass 781-365-9954,
Meg Hyde 978-895-5492
Bought with:
Lana Lukatsky
Dream Home Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73246605
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,336
- Total interior livable area: 2,336 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Deck
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, Beach Ownership(Public)
- Frontage length: 155.00
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 695482
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Dutch Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $878/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,404,600
- Annual tax amount: $13,708
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,500+10%$2/sqft |
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| 9/12/2024 | Listing removed | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 8/27/2024 | Listing removed | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 7/24/2024 | Price change | $5,000-9.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,500+41%$2/sqft |
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| 7/15/2024 | Sold | $2,050,000+3.5%$878/sqft |
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| 6/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,980,000+465.7%$848/sqft |
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| 12/14/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/6/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,900+9.9%$2/sqft |
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| 11/12/2018 | Listing removed | $3,550$2/sqft |
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| 10/12/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,550$2/sqft |
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| 3/1/2018 | Listing removed | $3,550$2/sqft |
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| 9/24/2017 | Price change | $3,550-7.8%$2/sqft |
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| 8/22/2017 | Price change | $3,850-1.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/7/2017 | Price change | $3,900-1.3%$2/sqft |
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| 6/9/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,950$2/sqft |
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| 2/1/1996 | Sold | $350,000$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,641 +14.1% | $1,596,000 +13.6% |
| 2024 | $13,709 +5.8% | $1,404,600 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $12,957 +4.5% | $1,272,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $12,398 +3.6% | $1,178,500 +6% |
| 2021 | $11,963 +3.1% | $1,111,800 |
| 2020 | $11,607 +2.9% | $1,111,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $11,280 +6.2% | $1,079,400 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $10,625 +3.1% | $982,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $10,302 +4.6% | $926,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $9,853 +4.9% | $865,800 +7% |
| 2015 | $9,395 +1% | $809,200 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $9,306 +5.5% | $767,800 |
| 2013 | $8,822 +2.9% | $767,800 |
| 2012 | $8,576 +3.4% | $767,800 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $8,298 +2.6% | $761,300 -2% |
| 2010 | $8,086 +1.8% | $776,800 -2.6% |
| 2009 | $7,941 +2.7% | $797,300 |
| 2008 | $7,734 +1.8% | $797,300 -2.1% |
| 2007 | $7,600 +2.7% | $814,600 +3% |
| 2006 | $7,403 +3.7% | $790,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $7,140 +2.1% | $753,200 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $6,995 +4.6% | $685,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $6,686 +9.9% | $612,300 |
| 2002 | $6,086 +13% | $612,300 +37.1% |
| 2000 | $5,386 +4.8% | $446,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $5,141 | $406,400 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Highlands
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Zervas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Oak Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Zervas
- Middle: Oak Hill
- High: Newton South
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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