Perfectly situated on a tree lined street in sought after Washington Square. This Classic 1925 Colonial home offers a versatile layout, architectural detail, and hardwood floors throughout. First floor features large gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops, stainless appliances, breakfast nook and half bath. A formal dining area, music room, a fireplaced living room, and office with separate entrance complete the first floor. Second floor features primary bedroom with private bath, three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Third floor boasts an additional bedroom and storage area. Partially finished lower level offers mud room, bonus room, full bath, laundry room and additional storage. Outside you will find a private fenced in yard with a beautiful patio perfect for outside entertaining, and a two car detached garage. Unbeatable Location close to Washington Square, Coolidge Corner, Chestnut Hill Reservoir, Hospitals, T lines, Schools and Restaurants
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
5,014 sq ftLot Size
$1,024Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carol Hewett• Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office
Significant price reduction! Beautiful single family in much desired Washington Sq neighborhood! Great layout with formal dining room, family room,home office. Chefs kitchen w/high end appliances, cstm cabinets, architectural doors, granite counters, cork floor + breakfast corner. 2nd floor bedrms incl master w/prvt bath. Partially finished bsmnt w/guest suite or play room +1/2 bath. Redwood fenced in yard with brick patio. 2 car garage with heat + driveway! An opportunity not to be missed!
MLS PIN #50273623
Jun 26, 1995
Sold
$443,800
$144/sq ft
Mar 6, 1995
Listing Removed
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Mar 3, 1995
Listed
$449,000
$146/sq ft
PERFECT CONDITION, SUNNY 5 BED, 3.5 BATH HOUSE. NEEDS NOTHING. WORKING FIREPLACE, 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. ENCLOSED REAR YARD. STEPS TO T AND SCHOOLS. LONG LIST OF RECENT UPDATES AND RENOVATION. GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD. QUIET STREET.
Public Records
Aug 18, 1992
Sold
$300,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$23,149 (+2.7%)
$1,226,700 + $1,095,200
$2,321,900
2022
$22,533 (+8.1%)
$1,168,200 + $1,043,100
$2,211,300
2021
$20,838 (+9.7%)
$1,123,300 + $1,003,000
$2,126,300
2020
$18,995 (+5.9%)
$1,021,200 + $988,900
$2,010,100
2019
$17,938 (+19.1%)
$972,600 + $941,800
$1,914,400
2018
$15,062 (+1.5%)
$680,700 + $911,500
$1,592,200
2017
$14,841 (+9.2%)
$642,200 + $859,900
$1,502,100
2016
$13,586 (+4.4%)
$500,100 + $803,700
$1,303,800
2015
$13,014 (−4.1%)
$467,400 + $751,100
$1,218,500
2014
$13,565 (+0.7%)
$425,000 + $766,000
$1,191,000
2013
$13,471 (+2.2%)
$412,600 + $743,700
$1,156,300
2012
$13,182 (−0.2%)
$412,600 + $743,700
$1,156,300
2011
$13,206 (+3.0%)
$421,300 + $747,400
$1,168,700
2010
$12,821 (+2.6%)
$421,300 + $747,400
$1,168,700
2009
$12,494
$421,300 + $747,500
$1,168,800
Tax history for 72 Salisbury Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$23,149 (+2.7%)
$1,226,700 + $1,095,200
$2,321,900
2022
$22,533 (+8.1%)
$1,168,200 + $1,043,100
$2,211,300
2021
$20,838 (+9.7%)
$1,123,300 + $1,003,000
$2,126,300
2020
$18,995 (+5.9%)
$1,021,200 + $988,900
$2,010,100
2019
$17,938 (+19.1%)
$972,600 + $941,800
$1,914,400
2018
$15,062 (+1.5%)
$680,700 + $911,500
$1,592,200
2017
$14,841 (+9.2%)
$642,200 + $859,900
$1,502,100
2016
$13,586 (+4.4%)
$500,100 + $803,700
$1,303,800
2015
$13,014 (−4.1%)
$467,400 + $751,100
$1,218,500
2014
$13,565 (+0.7%)
$425,000 + $766,000
$1,191,000
2013
$13,471 (+2.2%)
$412,600 + $743,700
$1,156,300
2012
$13,182 (−0.2%)
$412,600 + $743,700
$1,156,300
2011
$13,206 (+3.0%)
$421,300 + $747,400
$1,168,700
2010
$12,821 (+2.6%)
$421,300 + $747,400
$1,168,700
2009
$12,494
$421,300 + $747,500
$1,168,800
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
2,630
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
32421
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Washington to Salisbury
UnparsedAddress: 72 Salisbury Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,630
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Norfolk County
APN: 32421
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Michael Driscoll School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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