Built in 1890 this rich in character Auburndale home offers four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, blending historic charm with modern comfort. A covered front porch overlooks the forest of Auburndale Park and opens into a welcoming foyer. The first floor has a formal sitting room, a comfortably sized dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with a large island. A cozy family room, a half bathroom, and a mudroom for the driveway entrance complete the first floor. The second level offers two bedrooms that share a bathroom, plus a third bedroom with an en suite bathroom. There is also an office/gym. The third floor serves as a serene tree-top primary suite with its own bathroom and lovely views. A spacious unfinished basement offers ample storage. Ideally situated near shops, parks, tennis courts, a baseball field, major highways, and the commuter rail, with access to walking trails, playgrounds, and the nearby Charles River. This property offers a well-designed, warm home in a convenient Newton neighborhood.