87 Forest Ave

6,110 Sq. Ft.
$554 / Sq. Ft.
6,110
Sq. Ft.
$554
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set up high on over half an acre on West Newton Hill, this elegant colonial offers a stunning presence in a coveted location. Dramatic foyer welcomes you to a sun-filled living room w/ stone fireplace, leading to the formal dining. Chefs kitchen features Sub-Zero,& Miele appliances, island & breakfast area. Sliding doors lead to private outdoor retreat. This lush oasis is centered off of the fireplaced family room w 18ft ceiling & wall of windows and doors to tranquil exterior. Outdoor living incl...Set up high on over half an acre on West Newton Hill, this elegant colonial offers a stunning presence in a coveted location. Dramatic foyer welcomes you to a sun-filled living room w/ stone fireplace, leading to the formal dining. Chefs kitchen features Sub-Zero,& Miele appliances, island & breakfast area. Sliding doors lead to private outdoor retreat. This lush oasis is centered off of the fireplaced family room w 18ft ceiling & wall of windows and doors to tranquil exterior. Outdoor living incl custom pizza oven, built in grill, beautiful patio. Lovely main level hosts a master suite w/ walk in closet, marble bath. First floor also includes a handsome home office, laundry rm & mudroom, 2 powder rooms. Upper level offers 4 generous bedrooms+ bonus hangout space and second floor laundry. LL features gym, media room, rec-room + full bath. Meticulously cared for inside + out highlighted by its stunning grounds, beautiful stone work, garden, heated drive, 3 car garage. A true Beauty!!

Listing Agent

  1. Allison Blank

    Allison Blank

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    allison.blank@compass.com

    P: (617)-851-2734

Property Details for 87 Forest Avenue

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
11
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:56 AM

Property Details for 87 Forest Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #72558156
Days on Market28
Taxes$34,661 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built2001
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Compass, Dan Sharry

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Building Information for 87 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size0.60 AC / 26,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,386 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$16,498

Property Taxes

$2,888

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 87 Forest Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Private
  • Living Area: 6110.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Pierce
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Day
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 8.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 8
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Walk-in Storage, Ceiling - Vaulted, Home Office, Media Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Oversized Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Oversized Parking
  • Parking Features: Heated, Side Entry, Oversized Parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hydro Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 330.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 22.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 260.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bedroom2 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 176.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 192.0
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom5 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 192.0
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 391.0
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),French Doors,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 23.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 272.0
  • Kitchen Features: Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 16.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 17.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 238.0
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 165.0
  • Room Office Length: 15.0
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:32 B:051 L:0008A,4125902
  • Assessments: $3,316,800
  • Book: 51801
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 7
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 87 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72558156

$3,385,000—
Sep 19, 2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72558156

—
Sep 3, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72558156

$3,489,000—
Oct 17, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #257917377

$2,625,000

-0.4% / yr

Oct 17, 2008

Sold

MLS PIN #70779276

$2,625,000—
Jul 19, 2008

Expired

MLS PIN #70710406

$2,995,000—
Jul 1, 2008

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70779276

—
Jul 1, 2008

Contingent

MLS PIN #70779276

—
Jun 15, 2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70779276

$2,700,000—
Feb 11, 2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70710406

$3,200,000—
Feb 28, 2004

Expired

MLS PIN #30721796

$3,175,000—
May 14, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30721796

$3,175,000—
Jun 17, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100925123

$2,700,000

+117.0% / yr

Jun 17, 2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30569498

$2,700,000—
Mar 27, 2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30569498

—
Jan 3, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30569498

$2,875,000—
Dec 24, 2001

Expired

MLS PIN #30488661

$2,875,000—
Mar 24, 2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30488661

$3,250,000—
Dec 19, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88036550

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72558156

$3,385,000
09/19/2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72558156

—
09/03/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72558156

$3,489,000
10/17/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #257917377

$2,625,000

-0.4% / yr

10/17/2008

Sold

MLS PIN #70779276

$2,625,000
07/19/2008

Expired

MLS PIN #70710406

$2,995,000
07/01/2008

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70779276

—
07/01/2008

Contingent

MLS PIN #70779276

—
06/15/2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70779276

$2,700,000
02/11/2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70710406

$3,200,000
02/28/2004

Expired

MLS PIN #30721796

$3,175,000
05/14/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30721796

$3,175,000
06/17/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100925123

$2,700,000

+117.0% / yr

06/17/2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30569498

$2,700,000
03/27/2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30569498

—
01/03/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30569498

$2,875,000
12/24/2001

Expired

MLS PIN #30488661

$2,875,000
03/24/2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30488661

$3,250,000
12/19/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88036550

$850,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 87 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,555,800Additions$2,611,800Total$4,167,600
Tax Record2025$40,842 ($3,404 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt4,758 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,758 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,338 SqFtStories2Lot Size26,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:32 B:051 L:0008AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 87 Forest Avenue

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Peirce Elementary School
PublicK to 5

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Edco Secondary Education Program
Private6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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