Off market jun 2009 for $1.8M

$4,109,390

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,889/mo

•

3,960

sq ft

217 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445

About this home

Architecturally distinguished home in the Pill Hill Historic District beautifully sited on professionally landscaped grounds. Magnificent 16X39 living room, elegant walnut paneled dining room,cook's kitchen with butler's pantry, and adjacent family room. Master suite with sitting room and bath, and three family bedrooms. This home features a carved walnut staircase, French doors, and beautiful fireplaces. Central air. Two car garage with a studio and a side driveway provide ample parking.

Single-familyProperty Type

1908Year Built

0.6 acresLot Size

$1,038Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Detz • Hammond Residential R. E.

Bought with Susan Detz • Hammond Residential R. E.

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•Source:MLS PIN #70749515

Redfin Estimate

$4,109,390

$2.2M since sold in June 2009$133K since September

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This home's estimate is 42.4% higher than the average sale price ($2.88M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,945,000
A
4 beds4.5 baths3,819 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$3,400,000
B
4 beds4.5 baths4,182 sq ft
115 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$2,750,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,963 sq ft
236 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$2,605,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,381 sq ft
12 Goodwin Pl Unit 12-1, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$3,285,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,658 sq ft
43 Druce St, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,325,000
F
7 beds4 baths4,544 sq ft
54 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

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Market trends in 02445, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$142K MoM

Avg. days on market

56d

14 days MoM

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16 MoM

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Sale history for 217 Walnut St

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 25, 2009

Sold

$1,869,000

$472/sq ft

MLS PIN #70749515

Jun 25, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jun 25, 2009

Sold

$1,869,000

$472/sq ft

Apr 16, 2009

Contingent

—

Mar 6, 2009

Relisted

—

Feb 12, 2009

Contingent

—

Feb 3, 2009

Price Changed

$1,999,000

$505/sq ft

Sep 15, 2008

Price Changed

$2,200,000

$556/sq ft

Apr 24, 2008

Listed

$2,395,000

$605/sq ft

MLS PIN #50291780

Oct 6, 1995

Sold

$660,000

$167/sq ft

Jul 18, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Jun 30, 1995

Listed

$695,000

$176/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 6, 1984

Sold

$230,000

$58/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$29,401 (+2.7%)

$1,543,600 + $1,405,300

$2,948,900

2022

$28,617 (+8.1%)

$1,469,900 + $1,338,400

$2,808,300

2021

$26,463 (+9.6%)

$1,413,400 + $1,286,900

$2,700,300

2020

$24,138 (+5.9%)

$1,285,000 + $1,269,300

$2,554,300

2019

$22,794 (+4.4%)

$1,223,800 + $1,208,900

$2,432,700

2018

$21,842 (+1.5%)

$1,114,300 + $1,194,600

$2,308,900

2017

$21,522 (+1.5%)

$1,051,400 + $1,126,900

$2,178,300

2016

$21,213 (+4.4%)

$982,600 + $1,053,200

$2,035,800

2015

$20,320 (−0.6%)

$918,300 + $984,300

$1,902,600

2014

$20,446 (+0.7%)

$833,000 + $962,100

$1,795,100

2013

$20,304 (+2.2%)

$808,700 + $934,100

$1,742,800

2012

$19,868

$808,700 + $934,100

$1,742,800

2011

$19,867 (+3.0%)

$848,000 + $910,100

$1,758,100

2010

$19,286 (−10.3%)

$848,000 + $910,100

$1,758,100

2009

$21,494

$848,000 + $1,162,700

$2,010,700

Tax history for 217 Walnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$29,401 (+2.7%)

$1,543,600 + $1,405,300

$2,948,900

2022

$28,617 (+8.1%)

$1,469,900 + $1,338,400

$2,808,300

2021

$26,463 (+9.6%)

$1,413,400 + $1,286,900

$2,700,300

2020

$24,138 (+5.9%)

$1,285,000 + $1,269,300

$2,554,300

2019

$22,794 (+4.4%)

$1,223,800 + $1,208,900

$2,432,700

2018

$21,842 (+1.5%)

$1,114,300 + $1,194,600

$2,308,900

2017

$21,522 (+1.5%)

$1,051,400 + $1,126,900

$2,178,300

2016

$21,213 (+4.4%)

$982,600 + $1,053,200

$2,035,800

2015

$20,320 (−0.6%)

$918,300 + $984,300

$1,902,600

2014

$20,446 (+0.7%)

$833,000 + $962,100

$1,795,100

2013

$20,304 (+2.2%)

$808,700 + $934,100

$1,742,800

2012

$19,868

$808,700 + $934,100

$1,742,800

2011

$19,867 (+3.0%)

$848,000 + $910,100

$1,758,100

2010

$19,286 (−10.3%)

$848,000 + $910,100

$1,758,100

2009

$21,494

$848,000 + $1,162,700

$2,010,700

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.6 Acres

Year renovated

1969

Sq. Ft.

3,960

Year built

1908

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

41074

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 150
Length: 10
Width: 15
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 624
Length: 16
Width: 39
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 294
Length: 14
Width: 21
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 260
Length: 13
Width: 20
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Pantry, Bathroom, Mud Room, Sitting Room, Central Vacuum, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,960
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: stucco

Exterior Features
Roof: Tile, Metal
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.6

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,295
Tax Year: 2009

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between High Street and Cypress Street
UnparsedAddress: 217 Walnut St, Brookline MA 02445

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,960
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41074

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Broker List
StandardStatus: Closed

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William H Lincoln School

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Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

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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, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

60% 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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Data from public records.

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233 Walnut Street, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2703 Sq. Ft.	$2,708,419

Address	Redfin Estimate
195 Walnut Street, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4400 Sq. Ft.	$3,346,804
237 Walnut Street, Brookline, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3334 Sq. Ft.	$3,046,649

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