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.
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,336
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
Lot Features: Level
Frontage Length: 155
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,708.90
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Chestnut Street to Avalon Road.
UnparsedAddress: 81 Avalon Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
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
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,684
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 136984S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Zervas Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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