Nestled in the heart of one of Brookline Village’s most charming neighborhoods, this elegant attached Victorian single-family home combines timeless charm with contemporary living. The beautifully renovated kitchen with red-birch custom cabinetry, flows seamlessly into a sun-filled dining area, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. The warm, inviting living room is anchored by a lovely fireplace, large windows provide lots of natural light, offering an ideal gathering space. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom includes an adjoining room- ideal for an office or walk-in closet —plus 2 more bedrooms, a stylish 3/4 bath & laundry. The 3rd-floor features a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, large bedroom, attic and skylit stairwell. The expansive lower level with high ceilings offers potential for finished space. Beautifully landscaped garden, 2 car side by side parking; close to The Longwood Medical Area, Emerald Necklace & all that Brookline has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
2,522 sq ftLot Size
$954Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Barrie Wheeler• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Judith Mccullough• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Fabulous location right in the village and minutes to medical area. This home is loaded with potential, 9 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, on three levels; hardwood floors and original detail throughout, front and back staircases, 9 foot ceilings. Needs cosmetics and updating, brand new roof just installed with copper downspouts. Home being sold "as-is" subject to license to sell.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,390 (+2.7%)
$987,300 + $556,300
$1,543,600
2022
$14,980 (+8.1%)
$940,300 + $529,800
$1,470,100
2021
$13,853 (+10.8%)
$904,100 + $509,500
$1,413,600
2020
$12,507 (+5.9%)
$821,900 + $501,600
$1,323,500
2019
$11,811 (+11.4%)
$782,800 + $477,700
$1,260,500
2018
$10,601 (+1.5%)
$651,800 + $468,800
$1,120,600
2017
$10,445 (+1.4%)
$614,900 + $442,300
$1,057,200
2016
$10,300 (+9.7%)
$575,100 + $413,400
$988,500
2015
$9,388 (+2.6%)
$492,700 + $386,300
$879,000
2014
$9,154 (+0.7%)
$447,900 + $355,800
$803,700
2013
$9,090
$434,900 + $345,400
$780,300
2012
$9,081 (+5.9%)
$434,900 + $361,700
$796,600
2011
$8,577 (+3.0%)
$439,600 + $319,400
$759,000
2010
$8,326 (+2.6%)
$439,600 + $319,400
$759,000
2009
$8,115
$439,600 + $319,500
$759,100
Tax history for 23 Toxteth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,390 (+2.7%)
$987,300 + $556,300
$1,543,600
2022
$14,980 (+8.1%)
$940,300 + $529,800
$1,470,100
2021
$13,853 (+10.8%)
$904,100 + $509,500
$1,413,600
2020
$12,507 (+5.9%)
$821,900 + $501,600
$1,323,500
2019
$11,811 (+11.4%)
$782,800 + $477,700
$1,260,500
2018
$10,601 (+1.5%)
$651,800 + $468,800
$1,120,600
2017
$10,445 (+1.4%)
$614,900 + $442,300
$1,057,200
2016
$10,300 (+9.7%)
$575,100 + $413,400
$988,500
2015
$9,388 (+2.6%)
$492,700 + $386,300
$879,000
2014
$9,154 (+0.7%)
$447,900 + $355,800
$803,700
2013
$9,090
$434,900 + $345,400
$780,300
2012
$9,081 (+5.9%)
$434,900 + $361,700
$796,600
2011
$8,577 (+3.0%)
$439,600 + $319,400
$759,000
2010
$8,326 (+2.6%)
$439,600 + $319,400
$759,000
2009
$8,115
$439,600 + $319,500
$759,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,634
Foundation Area: 780
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue/Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Permeable Paving, Porch
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,129
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Aspinwall to Toxteth. Corner of Toxteth and Bowker
UnparsedAddress: 23 Toxteth St, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,275
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Norfolk County
APN: 34063
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Pierce School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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