OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2015 for $530K

$880,816

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $737/mo

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1,385

sq ft

70 Chestnut St #1, Brookline, MA 02445

About this home

Extraordinary opportunity to purchase a spacious renovated 3-bedroom under $600K in Brookline! Inviting front porch & large foyer greet you upon entering this handsome Victorian conveniently located in a wonderful neighborhood. The fireplaced living room boasts a wide bay window ushering in the sun. Your eyes will be drawn up to its medallioned high ceiling. Unbelievably large tiled Chef’s kitchen offers newer stainless steel appliances. Step immediately out to your expansive private deck for al fresco dining/relaxing. Contemporary glass doors have been introduced and blend beautifully with period architecture details, be it original moldings, doors, transoms or hardwood floors. There is a timeless white tiled bathroom, generous closet/storage space and a convenient laundry area off kitchen. Easy access to T, nearby shops/cafes, Brookline High, Lincoln School, picturesque Emerald Necklace, Jamaica Pond, Longwood Medical, downtown and so much more. Low fees and no planned assessments.

CondoProperty Type

1898Year Built

$636Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Arman Chitchian • Vanguard Realty

Bought with Arman Chitchian • Vanguard Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #71782266

Redfin Estimate

$880,816

$351K since sold in March 2015$21K since October

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This home's estimate is 8.3% lower than the average sale price ($961K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$720,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,206 sq ft
68 Chestnut St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$900,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,232 sq ft
124 Chestnut St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,265,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,247 sq ft
114 Davis Ave #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$740,000
D
3 beds1 bath978 sq ft
20 Rice St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$1,450,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,322 sq ft
38 Linden St #4, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$691,000
F
3 beds1 bath966 sq ft
98 Boylston St #2, Brookline, MA 02445

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Market trends in 02445, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

96.3%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$119K MoM

Avg. days on market

58d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 70 Chestnut St #1

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71782266

Mar 16, 2015

Sold

$530,000

$383/sq ft

Feb 13, 2015

Pending

—

Feb 9, 2015

Price Changed

$549,000

$396/sq ft

Jan 26, 2015

Price Changed

$575,000

$415/sq ft

Jan 9, 2015

Listed

$595,000

$430/sq ft

MLS PIN #71338614

Apr 19, 2012

Sold

$377,000

$272/sq ft

Feb 21, 2012

Contingent

—

Feb 14, 2012

Listed

$375,000

$271/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 24, 1994

Sold

$111,150

$80/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,169 (+0.8%)

$719,100

2022

$7,115 (+5.0%)

$698,200

2021

$6,775 (+4.7%)

$691,300

2020

$6,469 (+5.9%)

$684,500

2019

$6,108 (+4.0%)

$651,900

2018

$5,873 (+3.4%)

$620,800

2017

$5,679 (+4.3%)

$574,800

2016

$5,445 (+12.3%)

$522,600

2015

$4,850 (+0.5%)

$454,100

2014

$4,824 (+2.7%)

$423,500

2013

$4,698 (+2.2%)

$403,300

2012

$4,598 (+1.9%)

$403,300

2011

$4,513 (+3.0%)

$399,400

2010

$4,381 (+2.6%)

$399,400

2009

$4,270

$399,400

Tax history for 70 Chestnut St #1

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,169 (+0.8%)

$719,100

2022

$7,115 (+5.0%)

$698,200

2021

$6,775 (+4.7%)

$691,300

2020

$6,469 (+5.9%)

$684,500

2019

$6,108 (+4.0%)

$651,900

2018

$5,873 (+3.4%)

$620,800

2017

$5,679 (+4.3%)

$574,800

2016

$5,445 (+12.3%)

$522,600

2015

$4,850 (+0.5%)

$454,100

2014

$4,824 (+2.7%)

$423,500

2013

$4,698 (+2.2%)

$403,300

2012

$4,598 (+1.9%)

$403,300

2011

$4,513 (+3.0%)

$399,400

2010

$4,381 (+2.6%)

$399,400

2009

$4,270

$399,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,385

Year built

1898

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Norfolk County

APN

3805942

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Rented

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 8
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 63
Length: 7
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 6X8
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,385
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 1

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,806.10
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Unit Control
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $175
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Location Information
Directions: Cypress to Kendall to Chestnut
UnparsedAddress: 70 Chestnut St # 1, Brookline MA 02445

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,385
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 3805942

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Living Room Custom Bookshelves. New Washer/Dryer & Refrigerator Are Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

William H Lincoln School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Brookline High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 hot days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$837,000 – $1.01M

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68 Chestnut St Apartment 3, Brookline, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1204 Sq. Ft.	$697,697
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Address	Redfin Estimate
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