It may be outside Boston, but Newton is a thriving city in its own right. With nearly 90,000 residents, it boasts 13 villages, with Newton Centre serving as one of the commercial strongholds.

The spacious historic property located at 700 Commonwealth Avenue in Newton Center was sold on Dec. 20, 2024 for $2,720,000, or $902 per square foot. The house, built in 1875, has an interior ...