Charming 1879 Italianate home.10 foot ceilings and original detail. Renovated down-to-studs. Currently used as two-family(MLS71382818). Can be converted back to single family with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on 2nd floor. Separate utilities/zones for each floor. Air conditioning. 3 car garage
Single-familyProperty Type
1879Year Built
7,475 sq ftLot Size
$977Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Rothstein• Hammond Residential R. E.
Bought with Susan Rothstein• Hammond Residential R. E.
Investors! Excellent opportunity to own this stately "Pill Hill" multi-family. New front porch in 1992. Walnut front doors from a Newbury Street home lead to an inviting common entry with beautiful well crafted staircase. Both units have nine foot ceilings. Hardwood floors with parquet and walnut inlay. Home features open floor plan with walk out bays.Living room with fireplace. Three car garage! Exterior wood shake shingles in excellent condition. Great potential for a condo/single coversion.
Public Records
May 31, 1979
Sold
$88,500
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,810 (+2.7%)
$889,200 + $1,097,800
$1,987,000
2022
$19,284 (+8.1%)
$846,900 + $1,045,500
$1,892,400
2021
$17,832 (+9.0%)
$814,300 + $1,005,300
$1,819,600
2020
$16,364 (+5.9%)
$740,300 + $991,300
$1,731,600
2019
$15,452 (+6.6%)
$705,000 + $944,100
$1,649,100
2018
$14,498 (+1.5%)
$618,600 + $914,000
$1,532,600
2017
$14,285 (+1.4%)
$583,600 + $862,300
$1,445,900
2016
$14,081 (+4.4%)
$545,400 + $805,900
$1,351,300
2015
$13,488 (−3.5%)
$509,700 + $753,200
$1,262,900
2014
$13,974 (+6.4%)
$463,400 + $763,500
$1,226,900
2013
$13,138 (+2.2%)
$449,900 + $677,800
$1,127,700
2012
$12,856 (−0.7%)
$449,900 + $677,800
$1,127,700
2011
$12,945 (+3.0%)
$453,900 + $691,700
$1,145,600
2010
$12,567 (+2.6%)
$453,900 + $691,700
$1,145,600
2009
$12,251
$454,300 + $691,700
$1,146,000
Tax history for 268 Walnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,810 (+2.7%)
$889,200 + $1,097,800
$1,987,000
2022
$19,284 (+8.1%)
$846,900 + $1,045,500
$1,892,400
2021
$17,832 (+9.0%)
$814,300 + $1,005,300
$1,819,600
2020
$16,364 (+5.9%)
$740,300 + $991,300
$1,731,600
2019
$15,452 (+6.6%)
$705,000 + $944,100
$1,649,100
2018
$14,498 (+1.5%)
$618,600 + $914,000
$1,532,600
2017
$14,285 (+1.4%)
$583,600 + $862,300
$1,445,900
2016
$14,081 (+4.4%)
$545,400 + $805,900
$1,351,300
2015
$13,488 (−3.5%)
$509,700 + $753,200
$1,262,900
2014
$13,974 (+6.4%)
$463,400 + $763,500
$1,226,900
2013
$13,138 (+2.2%)
$449,900 + $677,800
$1,127,700
2012
$12,856 (−0.7%)
$449,900 + $677,800
$1,127,700
2011
$12,945 (+3.0%)
$453,900 + $691,700
$1,145,600
2010
$12,567 (+2.6%)
$453,900 + $691,700
$1,145,600
2009
$12,251
$454,300 + $691,700
$1,146,000
*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
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
2,596
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
40702
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Apr 17, 2026 • Active
Residential building
Perform energy audit upgrades throughout the building. All work must comply with building codes and town bylaws.
Remodel
May 20, 2019 • Active
Residential building
Rebuild a stone wall at the front of the property and install a new paver patio. Replace the walkway and front stairs with granite, and repair the basement stairs.
Grading
Plumbing
Remodel
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: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Particle Board
Interior Features: Bathroom, Play Room, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,600
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,966
Tax Year: 2012
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Between Oakland and Cypress
UnparsedAddress: 268 Walnut St, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,596
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Norfolk County
APN: 40702
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
William H Lincoln School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
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