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About this home
Beautifully tucked away along the Newton line in a scenic, almost unexpected pocket of Brighton, the distinctive Towne Estates Condominiums is one of the area’s most sought-after communities, offering a setting that feels removed from the city while keeping everything remarkably close. Abutting Newton Commonwealth Golf Course & Chandler Pond, & perfectly positioned near Boston College, this professionally managed community is also just minutes from Newton Center, Brighton Center, transportation (including the MBTA Green Line), I-90 & other major routes, with all points in Boston within quick & easy reach. A lovely courtyard location sets the tone for this front-to-back 2-bedroom Condo with 2-car deeded parking, generous natural light, comfortable living space, & a host of fine features, including a BRAND NEW heating & A/C system as well as a BRAND NEW bath tub & shower. The freshly painted living room/dining room combo, highlighted by a large picture window, provides ample space for multiple configurations, while the adjacent galley kitchen offers generous cabinetry & gas cooking. The efficient layout works equally well for everyday living & hosting guests. Both bedrooms boast character-rich parquet floors, with one bedroom complemented by a full wall of custom-built bookshelves: ideal for collections, artwork & display. Excellent closet space throughout, plus front & rear unit access. Add to the list: that 2-car deeded parking, including one space directly outside the rear entrance, ample guest parking, plus laundry & additional storage conveniently located in the neighboring building.The serene grounds feature an inviting in-ground pool, along with idyllic surroundings perfect for relaxing or taking a leisurely stroll. A superb Condo in a setting that feels worlds away, yet places the best of Brighton, Newton & Boston incredibly near. An exceptional combination of location, convenience & comfortable living & a truly special place to call “home.”
CondoProperty Type
1963Year Built
825 sq ftLot Size
$582Price/Sq.Ft.
$514/moHOA Dues
2 spacesParking
Listed by John Veneziano• REMAX Andrew Realty Services
Oak Square, located between Brighton Center and Newton Corner, is a residential and commercial Boston neighborhood with a busy crossroads and a low-rise streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Washington Street and Faneuil Street junction, where corner pubs, longtime bakeries, and small service storefronts line the sidewalks. Triple-deckers and compact apartment blocks mix with detached houses on leafy side streets. Rogers Park and the Charles River paths shape daily routines with courts, fields, and riverfront loops. The Massachusetts Turnpike edge and nearby commuter routes give the area a distinctly in-motion feel.
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Offer insights
173 Lake Shore Rd #3 · $479,900
$480K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $480K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
46 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.6%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Open floorplan
Intercom
Basement present
Total of 4 rooms
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the main level
Master bedroom with closet and wood flooring
Second bedroom with closet and wood flooring
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Full bath with tub and shower, linen closet, stone/ceramic tile flooring, sconce lighting
Kitchen
Vinyl flooring
Overhead lighting
Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry located in a common area
Flooring
Wood
Tile
Carpet
Parquet
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Association-maintained in-ground pool
Shingle roof
Corner unit
Upper/courtyard unit entry
Home design
Condominium in a low-rise building
Single-story unit (building has 1 story)
Entry level 2
Parking
2 off-street deeded parking spaces
Security
Intercom
Construction
Brick construction
Approximate year built (public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breaker electric
Gas available for range
HOA & community
Monthly association fee of $514
HOA covers heat, gas, water, sewer, insurance, building maintenance, road maintenance, grounds maintenance, snow removal, and trash
Association amenities include hot water and pool
Other
Community features include public transportation, shopping, pool, park, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, conservation area, highway access, and university proximity
Electricity and solar
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One-Family Residential Subdistricts, as indicated by the designation 1F on said Maps. The One-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-family neighborhoods, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as-of-right. In a 1F Residential Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building shall be 1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brighton, MA • 02135
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Brighton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 173 Lake Shore Rd #3
$467,199
$13K under list price of $480K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $405K to $570K.