This distinctive shingled turn of the century Colonial-style home is sited on 2/3 acre lot, well screened by fence and hemlock hedge. Period architectural details are preserved without sacrifice of 21st century comforts and conveniences that include multi zoned HVAC , newer bathrooms and kitchen. In addition to elegant formal space in living room, library, dining room, the first floor features an open space kitchen/family room with access to Ipe-wood deck. A distinctive mudroom with beamed ceilings and tiled floors leads to a dramatic great room with skylights. Attached to the house is a barn converted to an oversized two-car garage with a charming apartment. Large ornamental grass surrounds the heated in-ground pool. Azaleas, Japanese maple, dogwood, tulip tree and two magnificent beech trees are present in the well landscaped grounds. Chestnut Hill T Stop, cinema, shops, restaurants are nearby. Heath School district and close to Brimmer & May, Chestnut Hill, Beaver Schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1893Year Built
0.63 acresLot Size
$697Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Pauline and Erin Team• Hammond Residential Real Estate
WONDERFUL 1893 SHINGLE COLONIAL PRIVATELY SITED ON 2/3 ACRE TREE-LINED CHESTNUT HILL STREET.ELEGANT & UNDERSTATED,7312SF INT.W/HIGH CEILINGS,ARCHITECT DETAILS. BRIGHT & IMMACULATE UPDATED COND. STATE-0F-THE-ART SYSTEMS,DECKS,POOL,MUCH MORE
Public Records
Jun 10, 1993
Sold
$1,325,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 9, 1990
Sold
$705,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$50,037 (+2.7%)
$1,517,000 + $3,501,800
$5,018,800
2022
$48,707 (+8.1%)
$1,444,800 + $3,335,100
$4,779,900
2021
$45,041 (+7.6%)
$1,389,200 + $3,206,800
$4,596,000
2020
$41,851 (+5.9%)
$1,262,900 + $3,165,800
$4,428,700
2019
$39,521 (−12.3%)
$1,202,800 + $3,015,000
$4,217,800
2018
$45,069 (+1.5%)
$1,233,600 + $3,530,600
$4,764,200
2017
$44,407 (+2.3%)
$1,163,900 + $3,330,700
$4,494,600
2016
$43,416 (−1.2%)
$1,087,800 + $3,078,800
$4,166,600
2015
$43,939 (−4.5%)
$1,016,600 + $3,097,500
$4,114,100
2014
$45,993 (+1.2%)
$924,200 + $3,113,800
$4,038,000
2013
$45,454 (+2.2%)
$897,300 + $3,004,300
$3,901,600
2012
$44,478 (+10.4%)
$897,300 + $3,004,300
$3,901,600
2011
$40,278 (+3.0%)
$816,600 + $2,747,800
$3,564,400
2010
$39,101 (+2.7%)
$816,600 + $2,747,800
$3,564,400
2009
$38,078
$814,200 + $2,747,800
$3,562,000
Tax history for 55 Devon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$50,037 (+2.7%)
$1,517,000 + $3,501,800
$5,018,800
2022
$48,707 (+8.1%)
$1,444,800 + $3,335,100
$4,779,900
2021
$45,041 (+7.6%)
$1,389,200 + $3,206,800
$4,596,000
2020
$41,851 (+5.9%)
$1,262,900 + $3,165,800
$4,428,700
2019
$39,521 (−12.3%)
$1,202,800 + $3,015,000
$4,217,800
2018
$45,069 (+1.5%)
$1,233,600 + $3,530,600
$4,764,200
2017
$44,407 (+2.3%)
$1,163,900 + $3,330,700
$4,494,600
2016
$43,416 (−1.2%)
$1,087,800 + $3,078,800
$4,166,600
2015
$43,939 (−4.5%)
$1,016,600 + $3,097,500
$4,114,100
2014
$45,993 (+1.2%)
$924,200 + $3,113,800
$4,038,000
2013
$45,454 (+2.2%)
$897,300 + $3,004,300
$3,901,600
2012
$44,478 (+10.4%)
$897,300 + $3,004,300
$3,901,600
2011
$40,278 (+3.0%)
$816,600 + $2,747,800
$3,564,400
2010
$39,101 (+2.7%)
$816,600 + $2,747,800
$3,564,400
2009
$38,078
$814,200 + $2,747,800
$3,562,000
*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
7
Baths
6.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
7,620
Year built
1906
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
39514
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Aug 6, 2025 • Active
Residential building
Renovate an existing third floor bathroom. Install a new shower, remove the bathtub, and relocate the toilet.
Bathroom
Remodel
Aug 11, 2022 • Active
Residential electrical
Perform an emergency re-attachment of the electrical service. Re-install the service drop after it was pulled off the house.
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
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Barn, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Great Room, Mud Room, Bedroom, Exercise Room, Home Office, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,529
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: grey
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Enclosed
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Patio - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $44,407
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Boylston or Middlesex to Norfolk to Devon
UnparsedAddress: 55 Devon Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 6.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,620
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1906
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Norfolk County
APN: 39514
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 8
Listing Information
Exclusions: Mirrors In Foyer,Livingroom,Masterbedroom; Fireplace Accessories; Sound System Equipment
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Roland Hayes School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
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