FOR SALE
$1,639,000

284 Lake Avenue
Newton, MA 02461

3
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
2,186
Sqft
0.14
Acres
6
Days on Market
1 Car
Garage
$750
Price Per Sqft.
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Property Description

In the heart of Newton Highlands, this Victorian offers immediate proximity to Crystal Lake and the "t" stop to downtown Boston. Car not needed for local errands, evenings out at pubs and restaurants, or for getting to the elementary school. The first floor features an eat-in-kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters, and oversized south-facing windows to the beautiful garden with established perennials and shrubbery. Completing this level are a dining room with bay windows; an oversized living room with two areas for seating, a fireplace, and built-ins; and powder room. The second floor has a full bath, a main bedroom with walk-in closet and sun-drenched sitting area, two other bedrooms, and an extra walk-in closet in the hall. The partially finished basement has a full bath (w/ shower), a family room/home office, and storage. a single-car detached garage and a delightful patio with hanging bittersweet & trumpet vines complete this enchanting home.

284 Lake Avenue is a property for sale for $1,639,000 in Crystal Lake Neighborhood located in Newton, MA 02461 and is part of Middlesex County, MA . This home is 2,186 square feet and is located on a 0.14 acre lot and features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with a 1 car garage.

Nearby schools include Mason Rice School, Brown School, and South School.

Listing Provided By: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 6179692447 Source: Bridgedataoutput MLS#: 73498454

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School Information

Mason Rice School
Elementary School
Brown School
Middle School
South School
High School

*School Boundaries are deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Property Information
Waterfront Features
Lake/Pond Front, Beach Nearby, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Frontage
Public
Rooms Total
8
0.14 Acres
Zip Code
02461
Water
Public
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level Topography
Tax Annual Amount
12802
Tax Assessed Value
1321100
Road Surface
Paved
Year Built
1910
Roof
Shingle Roof, Rubber
Zoning
SR2
Location Information
State
MA
County
Middlesex County
City
Newton
Neighborhood
Crystal Lake
Building Information
Foundation
Stone
Basement Information
Full Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Interior Entry, Concrete Basement
Door Features
Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
1 Half Bathroom
Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian Style
Interior Features
Gas Water Heater
Water Heater
Grill Range
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Plumbed For Ice Maker
1 Fireplace
Fireplace in Living Room
Closet
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Flooring - Hardwood
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Dining Area
Pantry
Recessed Lighting
Stainless Steel Appliances
Gas Stove
Lighting - Sconce
Lighting - Overhead
Floor Types
Wood Flooring, Tile Flooring, Carpet, Concrete Flooring, Hardwood Flooring
Walk-in Closet(s)
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Lighting - Overhead
Walk-up Attic
High Speed Internet (Uknown Type)
General Information
Total Living Square Footage
2, 186
Exterior Features
Patio
Rain Gutters
Landscaping
Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch Features
Patio
Window Types
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Garage & Parking Information
Parking Information
4 Total spaces, Attached, Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved, 1 Covered
Utility Information
Electricity
100/200 Amp
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Heating Type
Central Electric Heat, Baseboard Electric Heat, Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer
Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer & Dryer Hook-Up, Icemaker Connection
Additional Features
Bathroom
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood
Community & HOA
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walking Trails, Golf, Medical, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Rooms Information
Bathrooms
3
Master Bedroom
Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Dressing Room, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Archway
Living Room
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan
Family Room
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
Bedroom 2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass, Lighting - Overhead
Laundry
Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement, Washer & Dryer Hook-Up, Washer & Dryer Hook-Up

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284 Lake Avenue is a property for sale for $1,639,000 in Crystal Lake Neighborhood located in Newton, MA 02461 and is part of Middlesex County, MA . This home is 2,186 square feet and is located on a 0.14 acre lot and features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with a 1 car garage. Nearby schools include Mason Rice School, Brown School, and South School. This address can also be written as 284 Lake Avenue, Newton, MA 02461. This home has been listed on BoldPorch since Apr 08, 2026 BoldPorch last checked and updated this listing on Apr 12, 2026 at 8:35am UTC .