OFF MARKET

Off market jan 2017 for $2.6M

$4,184,047

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,275/mo

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5,679

sq ft

259 Kent St, Brookline, MA 02446

About this home

Circa 1885 distinguished stone and shingle-style residence with slate roof. Stone porte-cochere leads to a circular drive in rear and a matching three level carriage house. Large foyer leads to gracious formal rooms with coved ceilings, oversized windows, beautiful cherry and oak original wood paneling and French doors. There are eight fireplaces. Sleek kitchen with artisan La Cornue stove, honed granite counters, custom cabinets and coffee bar. The large second floor has large landing with four bedrooms and three full bathroom. Third floor with three bedrooms and full bathroom. Between Brookline Village and Coolidge Corner. Beautiful unique carriage house w/ incredible potential. This urban oasis is also near Boston's Longwood Medical and Academic areas. The Greenline T, and Fenway Park. There is easy access to Boston's Back Bay and all that the city has to offer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1885Year Built

0.54 acresLot Size

$737Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Rothstein • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Bea Liang • Engel & Volkers Boston

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•Source:MLS PIN #71959527

Redfin Estimate

$4,184,047

$1.6M since sold in January 2017$112K since September

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This home's estimate is 36.8% lower than the average sale price ($6.63M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$10,500,000
A
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SOLD DEC 10, 2025
$11,500,000
B
4 beds5 baths5,680 sq ft
362 Marlborough St, Boston, MA 02115
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$4,650,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths3,560 sq ft
178 Ivy St, Brookline, MA 02446
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,952,000
D
6 beds3.5 baths3,052 sq ft
302 Brookline St, Cambridge, MA 02139
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$3,750,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
57 Monmouth, Brookline, MA 02446
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$6,400,000
F
6 beds6 baths5,538 sq ft
31 Worcester St, Roxbury, MA 02118

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Market trends in 02446, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.3%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$202K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 259 Kent St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36,952 (+2.7%)

$1,155,400 + $2,550,900

$3,706,300

2022

$35,968 (+8.1%)

$1,100,300 + $2,429,400

$3,529,700

2021

$33,261 (+6.7%)

$1,058,000 + $2,336,000

$3,394,000

2020

$31,165 (+37.0%)

$961,900 + $2,336,000

$3,297,900

2019

$22,756 (+11.7%)

$916,100 + $1,512,500

$2,428,600

2018

$20,364 (−0.2%)

$744,400 + $1,408,200

$2,152,600

2017

$20,408 (+1.4%)

$702,400 + $1,363,200

$2,065,600

2016

$20,117 (+6.4%)

$656,400 + $1,274,200

$1,930,600

2015

$18,910 (−1.1%)

$557,700 + $1,212,900

$1,770,600

2014

$19,124 (+0.7%)

$507,900 + $1,171,100

$1,679,000

2013

$18,991 (+2.2%)

$493,100 + $1,137,000

$1,630,100

2012

$18,583 (+5.0%)

$493,100 + $1,137,000

$1,630,100

2011

$17,697 (+3.0%)

$488,200 + $1,077,900

$1,566,100

2010

$17,180 (+2.3%)

$488,200 + $1,077,900

$1,566,100

2009

$16,799

$485,200 + $1,086,300

$1,571,500

Tax history for 259 Kent St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36,952 (+2.7%)

$1,155,400 + $2,550,900

$3,706,300

2022

$35,968 (+8.1%)

$1,100,300 + $2,429,400

$3,529,700

2021

$33,261 (+6.7%)

$1,058,000 + $2,336,000

$3,394,000

2020

$31,165 (+37.0%)

$961,900 + $2,336,000

$3,297,900

2019

$22,756 (+11.7%)

$916,100 + $1,512,500

$2,428,600

2018

$20,364 (−0.2%)

$744,400 + $1,408,200

$2,152,600

2017

$20,408 (+1.4%)

$702,400 + $1,363,200

$2,065,600

2016

$20,117 (+6.4%)

$656,400 + $1,274,200

$1,930,600

2015

$18,910 (−1.1%)

$557,700 + $1,212,900

$1,770,600

2014

$19,124 (+0.7%)

$507,900 + $1,171,100

$1,679,000

2013

$18,991 (+2.2%)

$493,100 + $1,137,000

$1,630,100

2012

$18,583 (+5.0%)

$493,100 + $1,137,000

$1,630,100

2011

$17,697 (+3.0%)

$488,200 + $1,077,900

$1,566,100

2010

$17,180 (+2.3%)

$488,200 + $1,077,900

$1,566,100

2009

$16,799

$485,200 + $1,086,300

$1,571,500

*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

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Baths

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Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

0.54 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Norfolk County

APN

33458

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 375
Length: 25
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 198
Length: 18
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 323
Length: 19
Width: 17
Level: Third

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s)

Family Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),French Doors

Dining Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),French Doors

Kitchen Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 8
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Skylight, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bedroom, Bathroom, Center Hall

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,679
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Certified Historic,Renovated Since
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,934
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Near Longwood Ave
UnparsedAddress: 259 Kent Street, Brookline MA 02446

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 33458

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Negotiable Items: Coffee Maker/Kitchen Tv. Diningroom And Sideboard And Table. Fireplace Equipment
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Lawrence School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi

10/10

Brookline High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be 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

62% 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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$3.98M – $4.81M

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Home values near 259 Kent St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
268 Kent St, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2575 Sq. Ft.	$2,733,921
252 Kent St, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4487 Sq. Ft.	$3,441,289

Address	Redfin Estimate
262 Kent St, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3986 Sq. Ft.	$2,990,401
240 Kent St, Brookline, MA 11 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 6001 Sq. Ft.	$2,851,906

Address	Redfin Estimate
258 Kent St, Brookline, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2582 Sq. Ft.	$2,569,360
253 Kent St, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4817 Sq. Ft.	$3,985,084

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