This circa 1890 HH Richardson inspired New England Shingle Style home sits like an oasis in the middle of all that Brookline has to offer. Freshly painted and with updates including a new roof , this four bedroom house awaits your personal improvements. The original charm has been preserved including a curved wooden screen surrounding the front staircase, four fireplaces and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The lovely yard graced by majestic trees including a century old Giant Beech, flowering shrubs and plenty of outdoor space also boasts a two car garage. This is the perfect project for you!
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
8,620 sq ftLot Size
$1,042Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tracy Clark• Compass
Bought with Paul Whaley / Charlie Ring Team• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
BUILT IN 1892,THIS SHINGLE-STYLE VICTORIAN HOME WAS DESIGNED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL FIRM OF SHEPLEY, RUTAN & COOLIDGE. IT OFFERS 9 RMS,4 BRS, 2 FULL BATHS,HW FLOORS,4 FPS.THERE IS A 2-CAR DETACHED GARAGE ON A LOVELY 8712 SF.FT.LOT.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,531 (+2.7%)
$1,041,800 + $516,000
$1,557,800
2022
$15,118 (+8.1%)
$992,200 + $491,400
$1,483,600
2021
$13,980 (+11.0%)
$954,000 + $472,500
$1,426,500
2020
$12,592 (+5.9%)
$867,300 + $465,200
$1,332,500
2019
$11,891 (+2.1%)
$826,000 + $443,000
$1,269,000
2018
$11,642 (+1.5%)
$750,900 + $479,800
$1,230,700
2017
$11,471
$708,300 + $452,700
$1,161,000
2016
$11,478 (+4.4%)
$662,000 + $439,500
$1,101,500
2015
$10,994 (+3.4%)
$618,700 + $410,700
$1,029,400
2014
$10,636 (+0.7%)
$562,500 + $371,300
$933,800
2013
$10,562 (+2.2%)
$546,100 + $360,500
$906,600
2012
$10,335 (+5.7%)
$546,100 + $360,500
$906,600
2011
$9,776 (+3.0%)
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
2010
$9,490 (+2.6%)
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
2009
$9,248
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
Tax history for 53 Brington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,531 (+2.7%)
$1,041,800 + $516,000
$1,557,800
2022
$15,118 (+8.1%)
$992,200 + $491,400
$1,483,600
2021
$13,980 (+11.0%)
$954,000 + $472,500
$1,426,500
2020
$12,592 (+5.9%)
$867,300 + $465,200
$1,332,500
2019
$11,891 (+2.1%)
$826,000 + $443,000
$1,269,000
2018
$11,642 (+1.5%)
$750,900 + $479,800
$1,230,700
2017
$11,471
$708,300 + $452,700
$1,161,000
2016
$11,478 (+4.4%)
$662,000 + $439,500
$1,101,500
2015
$10,994 (+3.4%)
$618,700 + $410,700
$1,029,400
2014
$10,636 (+0.7%)
$562,500 + $371,300
$933,800
2013
$10,562 (+2.2%)
$546,100 + $360,500
$906,600
2012
$10,335 (+5.7%)
$546,100 + $360,500
$906,600
2011
$9,776 (+3.0%)
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
2010
$9,490 (+2.6%)
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
2009
$9,248
$539,100 + $326,000
$865,100
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,106
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
36189
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Sep 24, 2025 • Active
Residential building
Perform insulation work as part of an energy efficiency program. All work must comply with building codes and local zoning bylaws.
Remodel
Aug 1, 2024 • Active
Residential electrical
Upgrade the electrical service from 200 amps to 400 amps.
Electrical
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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Office Room Information
Level: Second
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,106
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Features: Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,443
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam
Location
Location Information
Directions: off Cypress Street and Boylston
UnparsedAddress: 53 Brington Road, Brookline MA 02446
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,106
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Norfolk County
APN: 36189
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Kitchen Ceiling Light
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 • 0.2mi
8/10
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