Located on prestigious Fisher Hill, this charming turn-of-the-century twelve room residence has recently undergone an extensive renovation adapting the floor plan for today's lifestyle. The interior offers a delicate blend of period detail with modern appointments. Features include a state-of-the-art kitchen, four and one-half well-designed bathrooms, a third floor with a skylight, and a finished lower level. Amenities include central air-conditioning, a wrap-around side porch, fenced-in yard and garage parking. This property is set in one of Brookline's most sought-after neighborhoods, close to restaurants, shops, an MBTA station, and Dean Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
7,532 sq ftLot Size
$777Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sharyn Whitman• Hammond Residential R. E.
Bought with Mona And Shari Wiener• Hammond Residential R. E.
Charming Turn of the Century wood Shingle Colonial on prestigious Fisher Hill. Nine rooms, six bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, four fireplaces and many period details. This residence is in need of extensive updating but worth the effort. This is a great opportunity to buy a residence in one of Brookline's most sought after neighborhoods. Close to Dean Park,T, restaurants and shops. Buyers are asked to do their due diligence prior to making an offer.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,009 (+7.2%)
$928,400 + $1,880,900
$2,809,300
2022
$26,133 (+7.0%)
$884,200 + $1,680,400
$2,564,600
2021
$24,432 (+8.0%)
$850,200 + $1,642,900
$2,493,100
2020
$22,627 (+5.9%)
$772,900 + $1,621,500
$2,394,400
2019
$21,367 (−0.7%)
$736,100 + $1,544,300
$2,280,400
2018
$21,507 (+1.6%)
$739,200 + $1,534,300
$2,273,500
2017
$21,174 (+1.5%)
$697,400 + $1,445,700
$2,143,100
2016
$20,870 (+37.9%)
$651,700 + $1,351,200
$2,002,900
2015
$15,136 (−1.3%)
$609,100 + $808,100
$1,417,200
2014
$15,335 (+0.7%)
$553,800 + $792,600
$1,346,400
2013
$15,229 (+2.2%)
$537,700 + $769,500
$1,307,200
2012
$14,902 (+3.4%)
$537,700 + $769,500
$1,307,200
2011
$14,414 (+3.0%)
$525,700 + $749,900
$1,275,600
2010
$13,993 (+2.5%)
$525,700 + $749,900
$1,275,600
2009
$13,647
$524,100 + $752,500
$1,276,600
Tax history for 85 Dean Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,009 (+7.2%)
$928,400 + $1,880,900
$2,809,300
2022
$26,133 (+7.0%)
$884,200 + $1,680,400
$2,564,600
2021
$24,432 (+8.0%)
$850,200 + $1,642,900
$2,493,100
2020
$22,627 (+5.9%)
$772,900 + $1,621,500
$2,394,400
2019
$21,367 (−0.7%)
$736,100 + $1,544,300
$2,280,400
2018
$21,507 (+1.6%)
$739,200 + $1,534,300
$2,273,500
2017
$21,174 (+1.5%)
$697,400 + $1,445,700
$2,143,100
2016
$20,870 (+37.9%)
$651,700 + $1,351,200
$2,002,900
2015
$15,136 (−1.3%)
$609,100 + $808,100
$1,417,200
2014
$15,335 (+0.7%)
$553,800 + $792,600
$1,346,400
2013
$15,229 (+2.2%)
$537,700 + $769,500
$1,307,200
2012
$14,902 (+3.4%)
$537,700 + $769,500
$1,307,200
2011
$14,414 (+3.0%)
$525,700 + $749,900
$1,275,600
2010
$13,993 (+2.5%)
$525,700 + $749,900
$1,275,600
2009
$13,647
$524,100 + $752,500
$1,276,600
*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
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
3,540
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
38481
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Jul 11, 2018 • Final
Zoning plan review/denial
Construct an attached garage.
ADU
May 13, 2008 • Active
Residential building
Repair the front porch.
Remodel
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 240
Length: 20
Width: 12
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Third
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 320
Length: 20
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Balcony / Deck
Family Room Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Basement
Dining Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Kitchen Island
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since,Finished, Never Occupied
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Beacon St heading west left on Dean
UnparsedAddress: 85 Dean Rd, Brookline MA 02445
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,540
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Norfolk County
APN: 38481
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
John D Runkle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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