44 Penniman is an incredibly handsome arts and crafts colonial on one of the most desirable streets in Brookline's Fisher Hill. Enter through awarm and welcoming foyer to the wood-paneled living room with a spacious study facing the beautiful and thoughtfully landscaped yard. The home offers a large and spacious dining room that is perfect for entertaining & a sunlit kitchen with custom cabinetry and top appliances. The home consists of 5 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms over 5,706 sq ft, including a luxurious master suite. The home also offers a large, sunny third floor and a lower level featuring a large open space and a temperature-controlled wine cellar. The home was substantially renovated in 2010-2011 to also include new windows, updated wiring (including sound) and new systems throughout. An updated two-car garage completes this offering.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
9,531 sq ftLot Size
$752Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marika Feuerstein• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Joan Solomont• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
44 Penniman (c. 1918) is an incredibly handsome arts and crafts colonial on one of the most desirable streets in Brookline's Fisher Hill. Enter through a warm and welcoming foyer to the wood-paneled living room with a spacious study facing the beautiful and thoughtfully landscaped yard. The home offers a large and spacious dining room that is perfect for entertaining & a sunlit kitchen with custom cabinetry and top appliances. The home consists of 5 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms over 5,706 sq ft, including a luxurious master suite. The home also offers a large, sunny third floor and a lower level featuring a large open space and a temperature-controlled wine cellar. The home was substantially renovated in 2010-2011 to also include new windows, updated wiring (including sound) and new systems throughout. An updated two-car garage completes this offering.
MLS PIN #71023723
May 14, 2010
Sold
$2,000,000
$351/sq ft
Mar 8, 2010
Contingent
—
Jan 26, 2010
Listed
$2,200,000
$386/sq ft
A STUNNING 1918 ARTS AND CRAFTS INSPIRED BRICK/SLATE COL IN MOST DESIRABLE AREA.THIS IMPRESSIVE & ELEGANT HOME -THOUGHTFULLY RENOVATED-HAS MAGNIFICENT DETAIL-WARM WOODS,PANELED WALLS,HIGH CEILS,MULTIPLE FIREPLACES,DRAMATIC STAIRCASE,FRENCH DOORS, BEAUTIFUL WINDOWS-SUPERB ENTERTAINING ROOMS ARE COMBINED WITH INTIMATE FAMILY SPACES,ARCHITECT DESIGNED EIK,5 BED 4.5 BATHS,INCL A MASTER WITH FIREPLACE,GAME ROOM,OFFICE,FINISHED LL,SLATE PATIO.LEVEL FENCED YARD AND TWO CAR GAR.MINS TO T,SCHOOLS,SHOPS.
Public Records
May 31, 1990
Sold
$655,000
$115/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,922 (+2.7%)
$987,500 + $2,314,600
$3,302,100
2022
$32,046 (+8.1%)
$940,400 + $2,204,400
$3,144,800
2021
$29,633 (+7.5%)
$904,200 + $2,119,600
$3,023,800
2020
$27,553 (+5.9%)
$822,000 + $2,093,700
$2,915,700
2019
$26,020 (+1.0%)
$782,900 + $1,994,000
$2,776,900
2018
$25,762 (+1.5%)
$788,800 + $1,934,500
$2,723,300
2017
$25,384 (+1.5%)
$744,200 + $1,825,000
$2,569,200
2016
$25,019 (+17.9%)
$695,500 + $1,705,600
$2,401,100
2015
$21,214 (−1.0%)
$650,000 + $1,336,300
$1,986,300
2014
$21,437 (+0.7%)
$590,900 + $1,291,200
$1,882,100
2013
$21,288 (+2.2%)
$573,700 + $1,253,600
$1,827,300
2012
$20,831 (+3.7%)
$573,700 + $1,253,600
$1,827,300
2011
$20,083 (+9.3%)
$554,800 + $1,222,500
$1,777,300
2010
$18,374 (+2.7%)
$554,800 + $1,120,100
$1,674,900
2009
$17,887
$553,200 + $1,120,000
$1,673,200
Tax history for 44 Penniman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,922 (+2.7%)
$987,500 + $2,314,600
$3,302,100
2022
$32,046 (+8.1%)
$940,400 + $2,204,400
$3,144,800
2021
$29,633 (+7.5%)
$904,200 + $2,119,600
$3,023,800
2020
$27,553 (+5.9%)
$822,000 + $2,093,700
$2,915,700
2019
$26,020 (+1.0%)
$782,900 + $1,994,000
$2,776,900
2018
$25,762 (+1.5%)
$788,800 + $1,934,500
$2,723,300
2017
$25,384 (+1.5%)
$744,200 + $1,825,000
$2,569,200
2016
$25,019 (+17.9%)
$695,500 + $1,705,600
$2,401,100
2015
$21,214 (−1.0%)
$650,000 + $1,336,300
$1,986,300
2014
$21,437 (+0.7%)
$590,900 + $1,291,200
$1,882,100
2013
$21,288 (+2.2%)
$573,700 + $1,253,600
$1,827,300
2012
$20,831 (+3.7%)
$573,700 + $1,253,600
$1,827,300
2011
$20,083 (+9.3%)
$554,800 + $1,222,500
$1,777,300
2010
$18,374 (+2.7%)
$554,800 + $1,120,100
$1,674,900
2009
$17,887
$553,200 + $1,120,000
$1,673,200
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1967
Sq. Ft.
4,809
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
38939
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Mar 3, 2026 • Active
Residential gas
Replace the gas boiler in a residential building.
Gas
Mar 3, 2026 • Active
Residential plumbing
Remove and replace a cross connection device.
Plumbing
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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# 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
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Wine Cellar, Sun Room, Mud Room, 1/4 Bath, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Wired for Sound
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,706
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $32,046
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Penniman between Dean and Willard
UnparsedAddress: 44 Penniman Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,809
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: 1967
County: Norfolk County
APN: 38939
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 • 0.3mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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