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131 Lake Ave

Newton, MA 02459

6 beds
3 baths
2,935 sqft
9,875 sqft lot
$749 per sqft
1893 build
– on site

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Prime Newton Centre location by Crystal Lake. This stunning 1893 Victorian-era residence offers seasonal views of Crystal Lake. The house features 6 beds, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 decks, and 3-car parking. The architecture of the house is full of period charm and character, with large windows providing abundant natural light, crown molding, hardwood floors, and large formal rooms with great ceiling height. The main level is well suited for entertaining with a spacious living room, a wood-burning fireplace, a large family room, elegant dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with updated appliances and a walk in pantry. The second level is comprised of a wonderful primary bedroom with a bathroom and a balcony overlooking the lake; five other additional bedrooms; and another full bathroom. The two decks provide fall and winter views of the lake and surrounding greenery. This is truly a beautiful property & the location affords easy access to public transportation and village shops & restaurants.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Christman Johnsson Group / Hammond Residential Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 11, 2024 •

MLS# 73205818 —

The Building

Year Built:

1893
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Unfinished
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Porch
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Accessibility Features:

No
Building Area Total:

2935
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Measured

Interior

Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Bedroom
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Wood
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2935
Living Room Area:

486
Living Room Length:

18
Living Room Width:

27
Kitchen Area:

280
Kitchen Length:

14
Kitchen Width:

20
Dining Room Area:

143
Dining Room Length:

11
Dining Room Width:

13
Family Room Area:

266
Family Room Length:

19
Family Room Width:

14
Bedroom 2 Area:

140
Bedroom 3 Area:

117
Bedroom 2 Length:

10
Bedroom 2 Width:

14
Bedroom 3 Length:

13
Bedroom 3 Width:

9
Bedroom 4 Area:

182
Bedroom 4 Length:

14
Bedroom 4 Width:

13
Bedroom 5 Area:

294
Bedroom 5 Length:

21
Bedroom 5 Width:

14
Master Bedroom Area:

156
Master Bedroom Length:

12
Master Bedroom Width:

13
Bathroom 1 Area:

45
Bathroom 1 Length:

5
Bathroom 1 Width:

9
Bathroom 2 Area:

60
Bathroom 2 Length:

12
Bathroom 2 Width:

5
Bathroom 3 Area:

42
Bathroom 3 Length:

6
Bathroom 3 Width:

7

Location

Directions:

Corner of Lake and Moreland
Latitude:

42.328541
Longitude:

-71.202986

The Property

Parcel Number:

S:62 B:003 L:0007,698553
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.23
Lot Size SqFt:

9875
Lot Size Acres:

0.23
Zoning:

SR2
Waterview:

Yes
Waterview Features:

Lake
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Beach Front
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Book Number:

51910
Tax Annual Amount:

20275
Tax Assessed Value:

2077400

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

6
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 Level:

Third
Bedroom 5 Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Baths

Total Baths:

2.5
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Ductless
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Water Conservation:

ET Irrigation Controller

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Mason Rice

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Off Street

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$388/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/10/24 May 10, 2024	Sold	MLSPIN	$2,200,000	-4.1%
3/20/24 Mar 20, 2024	Pending	MLSPIN	$2,295,000
3/6/24 Mar 6, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MLSPIN	$2,295,000

House Sold on 5/10/2024

$2,200,000

Listing provided by broker:

Christman Johnsson Group

Hammond Residential Real Estate

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131 Lake Ave

Newton, MA 02459