Magnificent and architecturally significant home located in the highly coveted estate section of Brookline. Enter the gracious foyer to find beautifully appointed interiors including a grand oval staircase, exquisite formal living room, dining room with adjacent butler’s pantry, sunroom, handsome library and chef’s kitchen that opens to the comfortable family room. The primary suite overlooks the outdoor balcony and is complete with an oversized dressing room and lavish 5-piece bath. The lower level includes a game room, wine cellar, media room and endless storage. The exterior is as wonderful as the interior, with an outdoor patio, hot tub, sprawling lawn and majestic formal front entrance surrounded by lush greenery. Additional features include a sauna, fitness room, 3-car garage with EV charging station, laundry room, mudroom and home office. This superb estate is 5 miles from Downtown Boston and minutes from Larz Anderson Park, The Country Club and The Street at Chestnut Hill.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$931Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tracy Campion• Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Bought with Tracy Campion• Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Elegance and warmth best describe this light filled brick home on ~1 acre in Chestnut Hill. Over 9,000 sf, this home has gracious rooms & a fabulous layout! The property features a large flat & usable yard, hot tub, 4 season porch & gym w/ climbing wall above the 3 car garage w/ EV charger. The spectacular main foyer w/ oval staircase connects the living areas & family spaces. The large Chef’s kitchen w/ butler’s pantry is ideal for cooking & gathering w/ family & friends. The 1st floor has large living & dining rooms, 2 offices, 1 full & 1 half bath, mudroom & a sauna. The primary suite is complete w/ a gracious bedroom, walk in dressing room & spa like bathroom. 4 add'l bedroom suites, large terrace & large laundry room complete the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor has 2 large bedroom suites. The lower level has a large recreation room, wine room, cigar room, powder room & ample storage. Just a short distance to Chestnut Hill’s dining & shopping & minutes to Park School. Not to be missed!
MLS PIN #30780883
Jan 8, 2004
Sold
$3,100,000
$333/sq ft
Nov 6, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 2003
Listed
$3,600,000
$387/sq ft
COVETED SEARS RD! JEWEL AWAITS POLISHING. PURCHASE "AS IS". STONE WALLS & LEVEL ACRE EMBRACE FABULOUS BRICK GEORGIAN. OFFERS BY 11/03. MINIMUM BID OF $3,600,000. DECISION 11/5. BUYERS ARE REQUESTED TO HAVE INSPECTIONS PRIOR TO OFFER.
Public Records
Oct 1, 2003
Sold
$2,500,000
$269/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$67,012 (+2.7%)
$2,488,400 + $4,233,000
$6,721,400
2022
$65,228 (+8.1%)
$2,369,800 + $4,031,400
$6,401,200
2021
$60,320 (+8.2%)
$2,278,700 + $3,876,400
$6,155,100
2020
$55,758 (+5.9%)
$2,071,500 + $3,828,800
$5,900,300
2019
$52,654 (+1.4%)
$1,972,900 + $3,646,500
$5,619,400
2018
$51,946 (+1.5%)
$1,828,400 + $3,662,700
$5,491,100
2017
$51,181 (+1.5%)
$1,724,900 + $3,455,400
$5,180,300
2016
$50,447 (+4.4%)
$1,612,100 + $3,229,300
$4,841,400
2015
$48,324 (−4.1%)
$1,506,600 + $3,018,100
$4,524,700
2014
$50,395 (+0.7%)
$1,369,400 + $3,055,100
$4,424,500
2013
$50,044 (+2.2%)
$1,329,500 + $2,966,100
$4,295,600
2012
$48,970 (+6.4%)
$1,329,500 + $2,966,100
$4,295,600
2011
$46,037 (+3.0%)
$1,232,500 + $2,841,600
$4,074,100
2010
$44,693 (+2.6%)
$1,232,500 + $2,841,600
$4,074,100
2009
$43,564
$1,233,500 + $2,841,700
$4,075,200
Tax history for 20 Sears Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$67,012 (+2.7%)
$2,488,400 + $4,233,000
$6,721,400
2022
$65,228 (+8.1%)
$2,369,800 + $4,031,400
$6,401,200
2021
$60,320 (+8.2%)
$2,278,700 + $3,876,400
$6,155,100
2020
$55,758 (+5.9%)
$2,071,500 + $3,828,800
$5,900,300
2019
$52,654 (+1.4%)
$1,972,900 + $3,646,500
$5,619,400
2018
$51,946 (+1.5%)
$1,828,400 + $3,662,700
$5,491,100
2017
$51,181 (+1.5%)
$1,724,900 + $3,455,400
$5,180,300
2016
$50,447 (+4.4%)
$1,612,100 + $3,229,300
$4,841,400
2015
$48,324 (−4.1%)
$1,506,600 + $3,018,100
$4,524,700
2014
$50,395 (+0.7%)
$1,369,400 + $3,055,100
$4,424,500
2013
$50,044 (+2.2%)
$1,329,500 + $2,966,100
$4,295,600
2012
$48,970 (+6.4%)
$1,329,500 + $2,966,100
$4,295,600
2011
$46,037 (+3.0%)
$1,232,500 + $2,841,600
$4,074,100
2010
$44,693 (+2.6%)
$1,232,500 + $2,841,600
$4,074,100
2009
$43,564
$1,233,500 + $2,841,700
$4,075,200
*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
6
Baths
6
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
7,511
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
41690
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Jan 22, 2026 • Active
Residential demolition
Demolition
Nov 19, 2025 • Final
Zoning plan review/denial
Construct additions to an existing single-family home and pool house.
Addition
Pool and hot tub
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
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 7
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 9,300
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Balcony, Hot Tub/Spa
Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.99
Lot Features: Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $75,021
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Lee Street at the corner of Sears Road and Dudley Street.
UnparsedAddress: 20 Sears Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,511
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41690
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roland Hayes School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$8.23M – $9.96M
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