This charming, 4-bedroom home is situated on a fenced-in corner lot and peaceful cul-de-sac. This lovely cape house has central air and a lower level that includes a spacious living/family room, ample storage space, laundry, and a one-car garage. The main level features a comfortable dining room, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom with a jetted tub, and an updated kitchen that leads to a beautiful backyard. Enjoy the enclosed 3 season back porch with access to the patio. The upper level includes two large bedrooms and a full bathroom. Lots of natural light throughout. The house overlooks a serene bird sanctuary. It truly offers the best of both worlds -- only a few blocks from Brighton Center and public transportation, yet located in an idyllic suburban-like setting. Don't miss this gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
4,320 sq ftLot Size
$613Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Celine Sellam• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Bought with Celine Sellam• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
This beautiful 4 bedroom cape style home sited on a fenced-in corner lot with central air is on a cul-de-sac. The lower level includes a family room, a generous storage area and a one car garage. The main level features a living room, 2 bedrooms, a family bath with whirlpool tub and updated kitchen with access to the lush, landscaped back yard. The big 209 square foot enclosed back porch, with access to the patio, can be used as a 3-season playroom. The top floor has two more bedrooms and a full bath. This property overlooks a bird sanctuary. Brand new gas line is being installed on the street to the house. The best of all worlds are wrapped up in this home...a beautiful house close to Brighton Center, near public transportation, and located on a suburban like-street.
Public Records
Aug 1, 2008
Sold
$485,000
$263/sq ft
MLS PIN #70760265
Aug 27, 2008
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2008
Sold
$485,000
$263/sq ft
Jul 5, 2008
Contingent
—
Jun 20, 2008
Relisted
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Jun 20, 2008
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2008
Price Changed
$499,000
$271/sq ft
May 12, 2008
Listed
$525,000
$285/sq ft
NOT A DRIVE BY!!! MOVE RIGHT IN!!!! Updated 8 room, 4 bed,2 full bath Cape on corner lot of a quiet cul-de-sac. Back yard abuts bird sanctuary. Hard wood floors and natural interior doors throughout enhance the beauty of this special house on the quietest street in Brighton!
Public Records
Jun 29, 1990
Sold
$170,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,648 (+5.6%)
$236,700 + $661,600
$898,300
2022
$9,134 (+3.3%)
$221,200 + $618,300
$839,500
2021
$8,841 (+17.6%)
$221,200 + $607,400
$828,600
2020
$7,518 (+8.2%)
$202,200 + $509,700
$711,900
2019
$6,946 (+7.6%)
$168,300 + $490,700
$659,000
2018
$6,456 (−1.0%)
$168,300 + $447,700
$616,000
2017
$6,523 (+5.5%)
$168,300 + $447,700
$616,000
2016
$6,183 (−7.7%)
$165,100 + $397,000
$562,100
2015
$6,697 (+9.1%)
$165,600 + $387,400
$553,000
2014
$6,138 (+0.5%)
$165,600 + $322,300
$487,900
2013
$6,106 (+6.5%)
$165,600 + $299,100
$464,700
2012
$5,731 (+2.0%)
$148,600 + $290,900
$439,500
2009
$5,621 (+33.4%)
$148,600 + $290,900
$439,500
2006
$4,214
$159,700 + $236,700
$396,400
Tax history for 2 Michael Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,648 (+5.6%)
$236,700 + $661,600
$898,300
2022
$9,134 (+3.3%)
$221,200 + $618,300
$839,500
2021
$8,841 (+17.6%)
$221,200 + $607,400
$828,600
2020
$7,518 (+8.2%)
$202,200 + $509,700
$711,900
2019
$6,946 (+7.6%)
$168,300 + $490,700
$659,000
2018
$6,456 (−1.0%)
$168,300 + $447,700
$616,000
2017
$6,523 (+5.5%)
$168,300 + $447,700
$616,000
2016
$6,183 (−7.7%)
$165,100 + $397,000
$562,100
2015
$6,697 (+9.1%)
$165,600 + $387,400
$553,000
2014
$6,138 (+0.5%)
$165,600 + $322,300
$487,900
2013
$6,106 (+6.5%)
$165,600 + $299,100
$464,700
2012
$5,731 (+2.0%)
$148,600 + $290,900
$439,500
2009
$5,621 (+33.4%)
$148,600 + $290,900
$439,500
2006
$4,214
$159,700 + $236,700
$396,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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
Oct 2, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Aug 14, 2025 • Final
Long form/alteration
Work on an addition.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Third
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: Second
Kitchen Information
Level: Second
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup