Set directly across from Harry Downes Field in one of Brookline’s sought-after neighborhoods, this charming, attached home offers a park-front setting where athletic fields, a running track, playground, and dog park feel like an extension of your front yard. Located in the highly regarded Pill Hill and Lincoln School District, the home features a six-room layout with three bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths, including a newly added first-floor powder room. The refinished hardwood floors, and abundant natural light enhance the home’s appeal. Private outdoor space includes a fenced yard and deck ideal for entertaining, play, or pets, along with the convenience of parking. An unfinished basement offers excellent potential for storage or future expansion. Minutes to the Emerald Necklace, Jamaica Pond, shops, restaurants, MBTA bus routes and Green Line access, the Longwood Medical Area, and nearby universities. An outstanding opportunity in the Pill Hill Historic District.
Single-familyProperty Type
1921Year Built
2,248 sq ftLot Size
$950Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Eileen Strong O Boy• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln
High School: Brookline High
Location Information
Directions: From Brookline Village turn R to High St and L to Highland Rd :71 Highland across from Downes Field
UnparsedAddress: 71 Highland Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1921
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Norfolk County
APN: 40507
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
William H Lincoln School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brookline, MA • 02445
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Brookline. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.10M – $1.33M
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