Aspinwall Hill. An inviting front porch, with city views, leads to this extraordinary Victorian-era residence which has undergone a high-end 2019 renovation and now offers a beautifully designed floor plan with modern enhancements and exquisite period details, blending the old and new. The elegant foyer, with archways and a stunning staircase, leads to the main living areas with high ceilings, abundant light, Palladian and leaded glass windows, millwork, and hardwood flooring to only mention a few. The well-designed kitchen includes a delightful eating area and a door opening to a private yard with patio. There are five/six bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, and a tastefully finished lower level with a high ceiling. Multi-zone central air-conditioning and a two-car garage are included. This property, within the Runkle School district, is next to Schick Park and close to Washington Square shops and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1898Year Built
5,933 sq ftLot Size
$902Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mona And Shari Wiener• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Beautifully renovated 5-6 BR Victorian with 2-car garage, city views from porch and private level yard in back is truly one-of-a-kind! Atop Washington Square’s Aspinwall Hill, the home features endless light, open floor-plan, hi ceilings & to-die-for period detail like milled archways, original Palladian & leaded glass windows, pocket doors, hardwoods, tile FP. Interior thoroughly renovated in the last 5 years including new plumbing, heating, electrical wiring, circuit panel, solar panels, basement waterproofing, window restoration. Kitchen expanded and includes breakfast bar seating & double glass door access to back patio, yard & gardens. Existing baths updated & first floor ½ bath & master bath w/ double sinks, marble, and frameless glass shower added. Floors refinished, interior painted & laundry brought to 2nd floor. Yard is nicely landscaped with plantings, stone paths, and drip irrigation creating a rare private oasis. Walk to T, parks, shops & restaurants, BHS. A rare find!
MLS PIN #71338729
May 11, 2012
Sold
$1,262,500
$301/sq ft
Mar 11, 2012
Contingent
—
Feb 14, 2012
Listed
$1,275,000
$304/sq ft
+19
Stunning Victorian beauty high atop Aspinwall Hill is truly one-of-a-kind! Endless light, open floor-plan, hi ceilings, and to-die-for detail, Gorgeous hand-crafted archways, original Palladian style and leaded glass windows, pocket doors, beautiful hardwoods, wood FP. Spacious eat-in kitchen, updated bath, fabulous loft-like third floor suite with claw foot tub. City views f/front porch, nice fenced yard, 2-car gar, and plenty of room to grow! All in fab Wash Sq, walk to T, shops, schools.
MLS PIN #50351666
Feb 28, 1997
Sold
$562,500
$134/sq ft
Oct 15, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Oct 12, 1996
Listed
$595,000
$142/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,547 (+2.7%)
$975,900 + $1,887,400
$2,863,300
2022
$27,787 (+8.1%)
$929,400 + $1,797,500
$2,726,900
2021
$25,697 (+8.0%)
$893,700 + $1,728,400
$2,622,100
2020
$23,795 (+37.0%)
$812,400 + $1,705,600
$2,518,000
2019
$17,373 (+8.5%)
$773,700 + $1,080,400
$1,854,100
2018
$16,005 (+1.5%)
$624,500 + $1,067,400
$1,691,900
2017
$15,769 (+1.4%)
$589,200 + $1,006,900
$1,596,100
2016
$15,544 (+8.0%)
$550,600 + $941,100
$1,491,700
2015
$14,390 (−1.7%)
$467,900 + $879,500
$1,347,400
2014
$14,640 (+3.1%)
$425,300 + $860,000
$1,285,300
2013
$14,194 (+22.2%)
$412,900 + $805,500
$1,218,400
2012
$11,611 (+2.4%)
$412,900 + $605,600
$1,018,500
2011
$11,334 (+3.0%)
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
2010
$11,003 (+2.6%)
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
2009
$10,722
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
Tax history for 125 Addington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,547 (+2.7%)
$975,900 + $1,887,400
$2,863,300
2022
$27,787 (+8.1%)
$929,400 + $1,797,500
$2,726,900
2021
$25,697 (+8.0%)
$893,700 + $1,728,400
$2,622,100
2020
$23,795 (+37.0%)
$812,400 + $1,705,600
$2,518,000
2019
$17,373 (+8.5%)
$773,700 + $1,080,400
$1,854,100
2018
$16,005 (+1.5%)
$624,500 + $1,067,400
$1,691,900
2017
$15,769 (+1.4%)
$589,200 + $1,006,900
$1,596,100
2016
$15,544 (+8.0%)
$550,600 + $941,100
$1,491,700
2015
$14,390 (−1.7%)
$467,900 + $879,500
$1,347,400
2014
$14,640 (+3.1%)
$425,300 + $860,000
$1,285,300
2013
$14,194 (+22.2%)
$412,900 + $805,500
$1,218,400
2012
$11,611 (+2.4%)
$412,900 + $605,600
$1,018,500
2011
$11,334 (+3.0%)
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
2010
$11,003 (+2.6%)
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
2009
$10,722
$412,900 + $590,100
$1,003,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1971
Sq. Ft.
3,591
Year built
1898
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
37410
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Oct 7, 2025 • Active
Residential electrical
Install a level 2 electric vehicle charger with a power management system. The power management system monitors current at the mains to regulate power to the charger based on the service size.
Electrical
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Sep 30, 2025 • Active
Residential electrical
Install electrical conduit to a detached garage for a future electric vehicle charger.
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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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 364
Length: 14
Width: 26
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #3 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 392
Length: 28
Width: 14
Dining Room Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Kitchen Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Screens
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,191
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s)
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Sloped
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,622
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Location
Location Information
Directions: Beacon to Winthrop Road, hard right onto Addington Road
UnparsedAddress: 125 Addington Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,591
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: 1971
County: Norfolk County
APN: 37410
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: Brown Leather Mirror In Bathroom
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
John D Runkle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
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