Represented SellerSingle Family

97 Lake Avenue

Newton, MA 02459

$2,565,000

Sold

List Price

$2,990,000

Sale vs. List

14% under asking

Sale Date

September 27, 2010

Days on Market

295

Property Details

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

5.5

Square Feet

7,875

Lot Size

30,560 sqft

Style

Victorian

Listed

October 26, 2009

Our Role

Represented Seller

The Steinmetz team listed and marketed this property, guiding the seller through pricing, preparation, and negotiation to a successful closing.

About This Transaction

A 9-bedroom victorian in Newton — a charming period home with distinctive architectural character — negotiated down 14% from list to $2565K after 295 days on the market. Listed by the Steinmetz team at William Raveis.

Original Listing Description

Balance the vibrancy of Newton Ctr. with the tranquility of Crystal Lake. This significant c.1893 distinguished Queen Anne occupies a prominent corner-to-corner lot w lake views. Unspoiled architectural detail include spacious octagonal entrance porch, porte cochiere, central turret, intricate woodwork, stained leaded glass, soaring ceilings, patterned floors, mulitple staircases & 6 fireplaces. Elevator potential. 6 bdr, 4bths on 2nd level. Room for everything you've dreamed of!