An artful balance of historic character & modern design, this 5,423SF 5BD, 5.5BA 1891 Colonial Revival was meticulously renovated in 2017 and is set on .41AC of landscaped grounds. Oversized windows, tall ceilings, bespoke millwork, detailed crown moldings, & 4 fireplaces highlight the home’s craftsmanship. Welcoming entry w/ FP connects main floor. Bright living room w/ FP and dining room w/ French doors that lead to wraparound deck. Renovated open kitchen w/ island, pantry, and eat-in. Adjoining family room w/ gas FP & built-ins. 1/2BA & mudroom complete level. Upstairs is the primary suite w/ FP, spa-like bath, & walk-in closet, en-suite bedroom, add’l bedroom, full bath, & laundry. Flexible 3rd floor flex w/ 3 add’l rooms & bathroom - ideal as bedrooms, offices, or play space. Walkout lower level w/ private entrance, en-suite bedroom, 2nd kitchen, family room, & storage. Private setting w/ tiered grounds, bluestone patio, & extensive lawn framed by mature trees & seasonal plantings
Fisher Hill, located between Chestnut Hill and Brookline Village, is a residential and historic Brookline neighborhood with curving, tree-lined lanes and landmark stone-and-shingle homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Fisher Hill Reservoir Park paths, where dog walkers and runners trace the ridgeline above the Emerald Necklace. Large lots, tucked-away driveways, and gardened setbacks give the streets a quiet, estate-like rhythm. The Country Club’s greens and the reservoir’s open sky shape long sightlines and a sense of separation from busier corridors. For culture and community pillars nearby, the Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline Booksmith, and Puppet Showplace Theater anchor local routines.
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Offer insights
50 Sumner Rd · $4,650,000
$4.55M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $4.55M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
106 days
The average home goes pending in 20 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.6%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
15 total rooms
French doors
Window screens
Window seat
Home office
Bonus room
Great room
Remodeled kitchen
Recessed lighting
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the second floor with full bath, walk-in closet and bay/bow/box window
Second bedroom on the second floor with full bath, closet and bay/bow/box window
Third bedroom on the second floor with closet
Fourth bedroom on the third floor with closet and window seat
Fifth bedroom in the basement with full bath and walk-in closet
Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Master bathroom present
Bathrooms feature tiled tubs and showers, double vanities and a combination of shower stalls and tubs
Kitchen
Kitchen with island, upgraded cabinets, breakfast bar/nook and pantry
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Range and oven
Range hood
Deck/patio access from the kitchen
Dining area adjacent to kitchen
Laundry & utility
Laundry on the second floor
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Electric baseboard heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck and patio
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping with garden
Sprinkler system
Decorative lighting
City views
Easements on the lot
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished living space plus finished basement
Approximate year built, renovated since
Parking
Four parking spaces
Paved drive and paved off-street parking
Security
Security system installed
Construction
Shingle roof
Stone foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Gas available for range
HOA & community
Community offers access to public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facilities, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, T-station and university
Electricity and solar
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Set in Fisher Hill is this turn of the century (1891) classic Colonial Revival. Grand 2 story entrance portico with four Ionic columns and elaborate cornices invites you to the wide reception hall with oversized fireplace. Delicate carvings and finishes are found in the gracefully proportioned fire-placed living and dining rooms with matching bay windows. A handsome library with abundant bookcases and window seat, updated kitchen and half bath complete this level. The winding staircase leads to the second floor with four corner bedrooms, two baths and study. The third floor features a billiards room, bedroom, bath and storage. The lower level accommodates a private entrance psychiatrist's office with waiting room. Set on 17,745 square feet of land with gorgeous grounds, wrap around deck and terrace this is a wonderful opportunity to make this home your own. Minutes to Brookline High School, "D" line, medical area and Downtown Boston.
Public Records
Aug 10, 1978
Sold
$94,500
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$33,755 (+2.7%)
$1,230,100 + $2,155,600
$3,385,700
2022
$32,859 (+8.1%)
$1,171,600 + $2,053,000
$3,224,600
2021
$30,385 (+8.1%)
$1,126,500 + $1,974,000
$3,100,500
2020
$28,101 (+5.9%)
$1,024,100 + $1,949,600
$2,973,700
2019
$26,537 (+73.0%)
$975,300 + $1,856,800
$2,832,100
2018
$15,336 (−31.5%)
$992,700 + $628,400
$1,621,100
2017
$22,404 (+1.5%)
$936,500 + $1,331,100
$2,267,600
2016
$22,082 (+4.1%)
$875,300 + $1,243,900
$2,119,200
2015
$21,219 (−0.6%)
$818,000 + $1,168,800
$1,986,800
2014
$21,346 (+0.7%)
$743,700 + $1,130,400
$1,874,100
2013
$21,197 (+2.2%)
$722,000 + $1,097,500
$1,819,500
2012
$20,742 (+7.2%)
$722,000 + $1,097,500
$1,819,500
2011
$19,344 (+3.0%)
$674,800 + $1,037,100
$1,711,900
2010
$18,780 (+2.7%)
$674,800 + $1,037,100
$1,711,900
2009
$18,278
$672,800 + $1,037,000
$1,709,800
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,536
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,536
Year built
1889
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
38455
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Jul 28, 2017 • Final
Zoning plan review/denial
Construct a two car garage.
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