Handsome brick slate roof Georgian Colonial in ideal Washington Square neighborhood near MBTA lines, Dean Road Park, Whole Foods, Star Market and many shops and restaurants. Classic moldings and archways throughout.Elegant wood floors with mahogany inlay.Gracious entry hall with winding staircase. First floor has a sun-filled kitchen with pantry, formal dining room, fireplaced living room and an additional small den open to living room. Second floor has front to back master bedroom, 2 large family bedrooms, and an office/nursery. Lower level is finished with a recreational room, a fireplaced family room, a half bath, and many closets. Pretty fenced yard with perennial plantings.The corner lot affords privacy and great light on the interior of the home. Central air. Runkle/Driscoll school district.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
8,537 sq ftLot Size
$933Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ted Mielcarz• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
This gracious brick home is high on charm and polished drama and has been beautifully maintained. Its light-filled rooms boast a palette of neutral and bold colors. Evidence of its 1940's origin include HW flrs, some w/marquetry, arched doorways & a turned staircase. Spacious rooms, finished lower level, central air, 2 car garage & a private backyard surrounded by perennial gardens. The location is choice - walking distance to 3 T stops, houses of worship, schools, parks, shops.
MLS PIN #50314381
Jul 31, 1996
Sold
$535,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 18, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Jan 26, 1996
Listed
$559,000
$170/sq ft
"TIME CAPSULE" CONDITION! LOVELY ALL-BRICK C.E. SLATE- ROOF COLONIAL FEATURES 2-CAR GARAGE, WALK TO BEACON ST ENJOY SPACIOUS ROOMS, LARGE CLOSETS, CUSTOM QUALITY. FINISHED BSMT: 2 NICE ROOMS WITH OAK FLOORS, FIREPLACE CALL FOR FLOOR
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$21,153 (+2.7%)
$1,390,900 + $730,800
$2,121,700
2022
$20,590 (+8.1%)
$1,324,600 + $696,000
$2,020,600
2021
$19,041 (+10.8%)
$1,273,700 + $669,300
$1,943,000
2020
$17,181 (+6.3%)
$1,157,900 + $660,200
$1,818,100
2019
$16,162 (+23.0%)
$1,102,800 + $622,100
$1,724,900
2018
$13,137 (+1.5%)
$776,700 + $612,000
$1,388,700
2017
$12,944 (+11.9%)
$732,700 + $577,400
$1,310,100
2016
$11,568 (+4.4%)
$570,600 + $539,600
$1,110,200
2015
$11,082 (+1.2%)
$533,300 + $504,300
$1,037,600
2014
$10,951 (+0.7%)
$484,800 + $476,700
$961,500
2013
$10,875 (+2.2%)
$470,700 + $462,800
$933,500
2012
$10,642 (+1.9%)
$470,700 + $462,800
$933,500
2011
$10,443 (+3.0%)
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
2010
$10,138 (+2.6%)
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
2009
$9,880
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
Tax history for 48 Corey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$21,153 (+2.7%)
$1,390,900 + $730,800
$2,121,700
2022
$20,590 (+8.1%)
$1,324,600 + $696,000
$2,020,600
2021
$19,041 (+10.8%)
$1,273,700 + $669,300
$1,943,000
2020
$17,181 (+6.3%)
$1,157,900 + $660,200
$1,818,100
2019
$16,162 (+23.0%)
$1,102,800 + $622,100
$1,724,900
2018
$13,137 (+1.5%)
$776,700 + $612,000
$1,388,700
2017
$12,944 (+11.9%)
$732,700 + $577,400
$1,310,100
2016
$11,568 (+4.4%)
$570,600 + $539,600
$1,110,200
2015
$11,082 (+1.2%)
$533,300 + $504,300
$1,037,600
2014
$10,951 (+0.7%)
$484,800 + $476,700
$961,500
2013
$10,875 (+2.2%)
$470,700 + $462,800
$933,500
2012
$10,642 (+1.9%)
$470,700 + $462,800
$933,500
2011
$10,443 (+3.0%)
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
2010
$10,138 (+2.6%)
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
2009
$9,880
$480,600 + $443,600
$924,200
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
2,600
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
32452
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Aug 5, 2025 • Active
Residential building
Remove and replace the existing driveway. All work must comply with building codes and local bylaws.
Grading
Jul 9, 2025 • Final
Residential building
Expand the second floor to add a bedroom suite above the garage. Add an office in the basement and expand the first floor mudroom and bathroom.
Addition
Bathroom
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Directions: Beacon St. to Corey Road. Corner of Windsor Road.
UnparsedAddress: 48 Corey Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,600
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Norfolk County
APN: 32452
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Coat Rack Hooks In Mudroom. Plaque In Front Vestibule.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
John D Runkle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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