Opportunity Knocks: Ideal Home for Investors or Occupants! Discover this charming two-family home on a corner lot, just a short walk to Brighton Center and Boston Landing. The first-floor unit has been recently updated and features two bedrooms, hardwood floors, and newer appliances. Laundry facilities are located in the basement. The second-floor unit, while in need of some updates, boasts natural woodwork throughout, two bedrooms, a sun porch, and hardwood floors. An additional finished and heated room on the third level is perfect for a home office or guest bedroom. Both units have vinyl windows and built-in china cabinets in the dining rooms. The roof has just been replaced. This property is minutes from Storrow Drive, Harvard Square, and the Mass Pike, with easy access to the bike path along the Charles River.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1903Year Built
4,294 sq ftLot Size
$420Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Norman O'Grady• Prime Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with Aydin Kayabay• Realty ONE Group Cosmopolitan
Amazing opportunity to own a beautiful, updated and well cared for single family home close to the city! Three large bedrooms on the first level plus a finished lower level currently being used as family room but also perfect for a guest or in law suite with an additional bedroom or office. Newly painted exterior, rear fence, front porch and installed mini AC split-units are just some of the recent updates. One car garage with direct entry into lower level great for those cold winters and an expansive fenced in back yard for animals, parties and outdoor fun! Spectacular location, walk to town, Hobart Park and more. Excellent price for a superb property in the heart of Brighton!
MLS PIN #71292719
Jan 12, 2012
Sold
$403,500
$179/sq ft
Dec 24, 2011
Contingent
—
Nov 4, 2011
Price Changed
$419,900
$186/sq ft
Sep 26, 2011
Listed
$429,900
$190/sq ft
+18
Beautifully renovated Single Family Home in Brighton that sports TONS of updates. From the moment you walk in the door your eye will be immediately drawn to the stunning Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Granite Countertops. The space is open and sunny and the hardwood floors will sweep you through the house and down the long hallway to the 3BRs and large deck that lead you to the HUGE fenced in back yard. This home also includes an in-law suite or apt that will help pay the mortgage!
Public Records
Jun 1, 2006
Sold
$427,500
$189/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,720 (+8.6%)
$247,400 + $471,400
$718,800
2022
$7,110 (+11.0%)
$224,900 + $428,600
$653,500
2021
$6,403 (+8.8%)
$212,200 + $387,900
$600,100
2020
$5,886 (+4.2%)
$188,600 + $368,800
$557,400
2019
$5,647 (+6.6%)
$156,800 + $379,000
$535,800
2018
$5,298 (+5.0%)
$156,800 + $348,700
$505,500
2017
$5,048 (+1.1%)
$156,800 + $319,900
$476,700
2016
$4,994 (−4.4%)
$156,800 + $297,200
$454,000
2015
$5,225 (+8.0%)
$166,600 + $264,900
$431,500
2014
$4,838 (+0.5%)
$166,600 + $218,000
$384,600
2013
$4,813 (−1.0%)
$166,600 + $199,700
$366,300
2012
$4,864 (+1.9%)
$152,000 + $221,000
$373,000
2009
$4,771 (+17.5%)
$152,000 + $221,000
$373,000
2006
$4,061
$168,400 + $213,600
$382,000
Tax history for 2-4 Brooksdale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,720 (+8.6%)
$247,400 + $471,400
$718,800
2022
$7,110 (+11.0%)
$224,900 + $428,600
$653,500
2021
$6,403 (+8.8%)
$212,200 + $387,900
$600,100
2020
$5,886 (+4.2%)
$188,600 + $368,800
$557,400
2019
$5,647 (+6.6%)
$156,800 + $379,000
$535,800
2018
$5,298 (+5.0%)
$156,800 + $348,700
$505,500
2017
$5,048 (+1.1%)
$156,800 + $319,900
$476,700
2016
$4,994 (−4.4%)
$156,800 + $297,200
$454,000
2015
$5,225 (+8.0%)
$166,600 + $264,900
$431,500
2014
$4,838 (+0.5%)
$166,600 + $218,000
$384,600
2013
$4,813 (−1.0%)
$166,600 + $199,700
$366,300
2012
$4,864 (+1.9%)
$152,000 + $221,000
$373,000
2009
$4,771 (+17.5%)
$152,000 + $221,000
$373,000
2006
$4,061
$168,400 + $213,600
$382,000
*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
May 23, 2012 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Walk-Up Attic, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,260
Foundation Area: 828
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,274.09
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Units: 2
Cooling Units: 0
Location
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y
Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Parsons Street to Brooksdale Road
UnparsedAddress: 2-4 Brooksdale Road, Boston MA 02135
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1213893
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mary Lyon K-8 School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Lyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brighton, MA • 02135
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$902,000 – $1.09M
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