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Off market sep 2020 for $718K

$805,235

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,257/mo

•

1,220

sq ft

70 Chestnut St #2, Brookline, MA 02445

About this home

Set in a fabulous neighborhood near the Lincoln School, this sun-filled unit offers over 1,200 square feet of living space with two bedrooms plus guest room/study. The focal point is the 2017 kitchen appointed with quartz countertops and backsplash, Bosch appliances, JennAir range, and custom cabinet doors from Dunsmuir. The well-designed floor plan continues into the spacious living room with a high ceilings. Both bedrooms are gracious in size with plenty of closet space. There is an updated full bath with a double vanity. The hallway is lined with custom closet design for additional storage and also has a doorway to large back porch. Highlights include hardwood floors, in-unit washer and dryer, replacement windows, and extra storage in the basement. Rental parking is currently available nearby. This property is close to schools, Brookline Reservoir, Emerald Necklace, markets, restaurants, MBTA, and The Village, Longwood Medical area.

CondoProperty Type

1898Year Built

$660Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Susan and Jen Rothstein Team • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Nick Reynolds • Longwood Residential, LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #72703598

Redfin Estimate

$805,235

$87K since sold in September 2020$17K since September

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This home's estimate is 10.3% lower than the average sale price ($898K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$720,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,206 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 13, 2026
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B
2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft
70-72 Halifax #1, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$900,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,232 sq ft
124 Chestnut St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD FEB 11, 2026
$935,000
D
2 beds1 bath1,115 sq ft
72 Cypress St #1, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$740,000
E
3 beds1 bath978 sq ft
20 Rice St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,265,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,247 sq ft
114 Davis Ave #2, Brookline, MA 02445

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Market trends in 02445, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

97.3%

1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$142K MoM

Avg. days on market

56d

14 days MoM

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Sale history for 70 Chestnut St #2

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72703598

Sep 24, 2020

Sold

$718,000

$589/sq ft

Aug 11, 2020

Contingent

—

Aug 4, 2020

Listed

$685,000

$561/sq ft

MLS PIN #71420609

Nov 9, 2012

Sold

$407,000

$334/sq ft

Sep 6, 2012

Contingent

—

Aug 9, 2012

Listed

$409,000

$335/sq ft

+12

Very inviting & spacious 5+ room home! Lovely 1220 sq ft 2 bedroom condo on 2nd floor has great flow: gracious Living Rm (large w/ bay-front & wood-stove chimney-flue connection) is open to both a Study & large updated Eat-in Kitchen with beautiful cherry cabinetry. The Hallway leads to the Computer Alcove and grand rear Deck. Fine hardwood floors throughout. Modern Bath & Laundry in condo. Common rear yard, storage in basement. Handsome building. Pet friendly. Rented parking across street!

Public Records

Apr 3, 2002

Sold

$338,000

$277/sq ft

MLS PIN #50319569

Apr 30, 1996

Sold

$153,000

$125/sq ft

Mar 12, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Mar 4, 1996

Listed

$159,000

$130/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 17, 1992

Sold

$133,000

$109/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,683 (+0.8%)

$670,300

2022

$6,632 (+5.0%)

$650,800

2021

$6,315 (+4.7%)

$644,400

2020

$6,029 (+5.9%)

$638,000

2019

$5,693 (+4.0%)

$607,600

2018

$5,475 (+3.4%)

$578,700

2017

$5,294 (+4.3%)

$535,800

2016

$5,076 (+7.3%)

$487,100

2015

$4,729 (−0.7%)

$442,800

2014

$4,760 (+2.7%)

$417,900

2013

$4,637 (+2.2%)

$398,000

2012

$4,537 (+1.7%)

$398,000

2011

$4,459 (+3.0%)

$394,600

2010

$4,329 (+2.6%)

$394,600

2009

$4,218

$394,600

Tax history for 70 Chestnut St #2

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,683 (+0.8%)

$670,300

2022

$6,632 (+5.0%)

$650,800

2021

$6,315 (+4.7%)

$644,400

2020

$6,029 (+5.9%)

$638,000

2019

$5,693 (+4.0%)

$607,600

2018

$5,475 (+3.4%)

$578,700

2017

$5,294 (+4.3%)

$535,800

2016

$5,076 (+7.3%)

$487,100

2015

$4,729 (−0.7%)

$442,800

2014

$4,760 (+2.7%)

$417,900

2013

$4,637 (+2.2%)

$398,000

2012

$4,537 (+1.7%)

$398,000

2011

$4,459 (+3.0%)

$394,600

2010

$4,329 (+2.6%)

$394,600

2009

$4,218

$394,600

*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.

1,220

Year built

1898

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Norfolk County

APN

40935

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2023.

Property details

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, In Unit

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Study

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,220
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 1986
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 2

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,269
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash

Location Information
Directions: Rt 9 to Cypress St (South), right on Kendall St, and right on Chestnut St.
UnparsedAddress: 70 Chestnut St # 2, Brookline MA 02445

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,220
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 40935

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Kitchen Hanging Light. Window Curtains And Hardware.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

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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$765,000 – $927,000

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Data from public records.

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80 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA 9 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4326 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
62 Chestnut St Apt 1, Brookline, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 934 Sq. Ft.	$681,932
70 Chestnut St Apt 3, Brookline, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1660 Sq. Ft.	$1,238,022

Address	Redfin Estimate
68 Chestnut St Apt 1, Brookline, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1205 Sq. Ft.	$689,115
68 Chestnut St Apt 2, Brookline, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1206 Sq. Ft.	$781,042

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