OPEN HOUSES CANCELED. OFFER ACCEPTED. This 5BD, 3FB, 2HB Brookline home sits on a picturesque 0.30-acre lot, bringing together 1920s charm with thoughtful renovation. Large south-facing exposures and French doors fill the space with natural light, creating an inviting flow between indoors and out. The formal living room features a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and access to a bluestone patio. The dining room, with built-ins and French doors, leads to the open kitchen with eat-in and family room. Skylight and oversized windows overlook the landscaped level yard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Mudroom offers easy access to 2-car garage. Upstairs, the sunlit primary suite includes serene bath and walk-in closet. 2 beds and full bath complete the 2nd floor. 3rd level offers 2 additional beds and full bath.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$1,289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Hilary Maddox Team• Compass
Bought with Rachel Goldman• MGS Group Real Estate LTD
A MAGNIFICENT SHINGLE COLONIAL W/ SLATE ROOF TILE FIREPLACED MASTER FABULOUS KITCHEN/FAMILYROOM W/ CATH CEIL,A/C,& SKYLITES FRENCH DOORS FROM ALL FIRST FLOOR ROOMS LEAD TO A PRIVATE FENCED IN YARD WITH TRELLISES WALK TO "T" & CL CIRC
MLS PIN #50349518
Dec 19, 1996
Sold
$635,000
$198/sq ft
Oct 3, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 1996
Listed
$659,000
$205/sq ft
FRENCH DOORS FROM LIVINGRM,BANQUET DININGRM & FAMILYRM LEAD TO UNBELIEVABLY PRIVATE & SPACIOUS YARD W/FLAG- STONE PATIO & VINE COVERED TRELLIS. FAMILYRM/KITCHEN W/A/C REMODELLED IN '88. FIREPLACE IN MASTER BEDROOM. UNDERGROUND SPRINKLER
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,141 (+2.7%)
$1,087,800 + $1,333,600
$2,421,400
2022
$23,499 (+8.1%)
$1,036,000 + $1,270,100
$2,306,100
2021
$21,732 (+8.9%)
$996,200 + $1,221,300
$2,217,500
2020
$19,950 (+5.9%)
$905,600 + $1,205,500
$2,111,100
2019
$18,839 (+0.3%)
$862,500 + $1,148,100
$2,010,600
2018
$18,788 (+1.5%)
$873,200 + $1,112,800
$1,986,000
2017
$18,511 (+1.5%)
$823,800 + $1,049,800
$1,873,600
2016
$18,246 (+4.4%)
$769,900 + $981,200
$1,751,100
2015
$17,478 (−3.6%)
$719,500 + $917,000
$1,636,500
2014
$18,140 (+1.2%)
$654,100 + $938,500
$1,592,600
2013
$17,924 (+2.2%)
$635,000 + $903,500
$1,538,500
2012
$17,539 (+3.3%)
$635,000 + $903,500
$1,538,500
2011
$16,985 (+3.0%)
$604,500 + $898,600
$1,503,100
2010
$16,489 (+2.7%)
$604,500 + $898,600
$1,503,100
2009
$16,049
$602,600 + $898,700
$1,501,300
Tax history for 164 Willard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,141 (+2.7%)
$1,087,800 + $1,333,600
$2,421,400
2022
$23,499 (+8.1%)
$1,036,000 + $1,270,100
$2,306,100
2021
$21,732 (+8.9%)
$996,200 + $1,221,300
$2,217,500
2020
$19,950 (+5.9%)
$905,600 + $1,205,500
$2,111,100
2019
$18,839 (+0.3%)
$862,500 + $1,148,100
$2,010,600
2018
$18,788 (+1.5%)
$873,200 + $1,112,800
$1,986,000
2017
$18,511 (+1.5%)
$823,800 + $1,049,800
$1,873,600
2016
$18,246 (+4.4%)
$769,900 + $981,200
$1,751,100
2015
$17,478 (−3.6%)
$719,500 + $917,000
$1,636,500
2014
$18,140 (+1.2%)
$654,100 + $938,500
$1,592,600
2013
$17,924 (+2.2%)
$635,000 + $903,500
$1,538,500
2012
$17,539 (+3.3%)
$635,000 + $903,500
$1,538,500
2011
$16,985 (+3.0%)
$604,500 + $898,600
$1,503,100
2010
$16,489 (+2.7%)
$604,500 + $898,600
$1,503,100
2009
$16,049
$602,600 + $898,700
$1,501,300
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1971
Sq. Ft.
2,935
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
38955
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Dec 30, 2025 • Active
Residential electrical
Electrical
Sep 18, 2025 • Active
Residential plumbing
Install a new bathroom and laundry area with a laundry sink in the basement. Relocate existing drainage stacks into new underground sewer piping.
Bathroom
Plumbing
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.
Directions: Chestnut Hill Ave to Willard or Dean to Willard
UnparsedAddress: 164 Willard Road, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,935
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1971
County: Norfolk County
APN: 38955
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Roland Hayes School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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