Antique farmhouse c.1845, this home has been renovated and modified for today's living in High Street Hill neighborhood. Sun filled and generous first floor holds a living room with built-in maple bookcases, a family room with fireplace, large custom designed kitchen with cherry cabinets and dining room space, and charming original staircase in foyer and half bath. The second floor holds two generous bedrooms, and primary BR with coved ceiling, fireplace, and a deck, a hallway full bath with skylight. There is a a wrap around balcony. A bonus room with half bath on lower level provide fourth bedroom, studio or play space. Lots of storage and work space in walk out basement. Generous parking in cobblestone driveway, and a level yard. 2019 Solar panels cover most, if not all, electrical bills. Close to Lincoln School, Brookline High, the T, all that Pill Hill and Brookline Village have to offer, and Longwood Medical area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
5,915 sq ftLot Size
$928Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Susan and Jen Rothstein Team• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Mac Chinsomboon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Long ago known as "Lucy's Cottage" c.1845, this home has been renovated and modified for today's living in Historic Pill Hill neighborhood. Generous first floor rooms hold a living room with built-in maple bookcases, a family room with fireplace, large custom designed kitchen with cherry cabinets and dining room space, and original staircase in the foyer. The second floor holds the two generous bedrooms, and master room with coved ceiling and gas fireplace, a full bathroom with skylight. There is a wrap around balcony and deck. A bonus room with half bathroom on lower level provides space play, studio, guests or fourth bedroom. Lots of storage/work space in walk-out basement. Generous parking in cobblestone driveway and a yard. Close to Brookline High, Lincoln School, the T, all that Brookline Village has to offer, and Longwood Medical area.
MLS PIN #30397548
Jun 29, 2000
Sold
$580,000
$260/sq ft
May 3, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 2000
Listed
$569,000
$255/sq ft
"LUCY'S COTTAGE" LOVELY 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH ANTIQUE COLONIAL WONDERFUL DETAIL.LARGE EAT-IN KITCHEN WALK OUT BASEMENT. LINCOLN SCHOOL
Public Records
Jun 29, 1979
Sold
$69,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,955 (+2.7%)
$843,300 + $656,700
$1,500,000
2022
$14,557 (+8.1%)
$803,200 + $625,400
$1,428,600
2021
$13,461 (+10.0%)
$772,300 + $601,300
$1,373,600
2020
$12,233 (+6.0%)
$702,000 + $592,500
$1,294,500
2019
$11,537 (+7.1%)
$668,600 + $562,700
$1,231,300
2018
$10,772 (+1.5%)
$583,400 + $555,300
$1,138,700
2017
$10,615 (+1.5%)
$550,500 + $523,900
$1,074,400
2016
$10,463 (+4.4%)
$514,500 + $489,600
$1,004,100
2015
$10,022 (−0.7%)
$480,800 + $457,600
$938,400
2014
$10,090 (+0.7%)
$437,000 + $448,900
$885,900
2013
$10,020 (+2.2%)
$424,300 + $435,800
$860,100
2012
$9,805 (+0.7%)
$424,300 + $435,800
$860,100
2011
$9,733 (+4.4%)
$425,800 + $435,500
$861,300
2010
$9,321 (+2.6%)
$425,800 + $423,900
$849,700
2009
$9,088
$426,200 + $423,900
$850,100
Tax history for 141 Walnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,955 (+2.7%)
$843,300 + $656,700
$1,500,000
2022
$14,557 (+8.1%)
$803,200 + $625,400
$1,428,600
2021
$13,461 (+10.0%)
$772,300 + $601,300
$1,373,600
2020
$12,233 (+6.0%)
$702,000 + $592,500
$1,294,500
2019
$11,537 (+7.1%)
$668,600 + $562,700
$1,231,300
2018
$10,772 (+1.5%)
$583,400 + $555,300
$1,138,700
2017
$10,615 (+1.5%)
$550,500 + $523,900
$1,074,400
2016
$10,463 (+4.4%)
$514,500 + $489,600
$1,004,100
2015
$10,022 (−0.7%)
$480,800 + $457,600
$938,400
2014
$10,090 (+0.7%)
$437,000 + $448,900
$885,900
2013
$10,020 (+2.2%)
$424,300 + $435,800
$860,100
2012
$9,805 (+0.7%)
$424,300 + $435,800
$860,100
2011
$9,733 (+4.4%)
$425,800 + $435,500
$861,300
2010
$9,321 (+2.6%)
$425,800 + $423,900
$849,700
2009
$9,088
$426,200 + $423,900
$850,100
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,915
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
2,232
Year built
1840
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
41063
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2023.
Sep 7, 2023 • Active
Residential building
Convert a half bathroom into a full bathroom in the basement. All work must comply with building codes and zoning bylaws.
Addition
Bathroom
Jul 22, 2019 • Final
Residential electrical
Install solar panels.
Electrical
Solar
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.
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,232
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Pale Green
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Balcony
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,955
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Rt. 9 to High St. turn right onto Walnut St.
UnparsedAddress: 141 Walnut St, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,232
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,915 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41063
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 27, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Side Cabinets In Kitchen Are Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Pierce School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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