OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2020 for $7.2M

$7,770,112

•

8,482

sq ft

85 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

About this home

Located at the end of one of the most coveted streets in Brookline’s ‘estate area’, this timeless 1929 brick Georgian Revival offers an extraordinary setting minutes to Boston. This secluded estate, situated on 1.13 landscaped acres, is enhanced by spectacular mature trees, level lawn, idyllic gardens, patios for entertaining and southern exposure. The home’s architectural highlights feature 6 fireplaces, stunning millwork, and oversized windows. There is over 8,000 sq. ft. of living space on four levels. The first floor provides gracious entertaining rooms complimented by an open kitchen and family room and adjoining sunroom. The second and third floors are made up of 7 bedrooms, 4 full baths, including the master suite. In addition, there is a 2 bed, 1 bath in-law suite. This property is steps to the Park School and convenient to other top area schools. A spectacular opportunity with the convenience of a quick drive to Longwood Medical, Boston, Cambridge, Logan Airport or Rt. 128.

Single-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

1.13 acresLot Size

$916Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Hilary Maddox • Compass

Bought with Tracy Campion • Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72661605

Redfin Estimate

$7,770,112

$520K since sold in October 2020$200K since July

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This home's estimate is 92.2% higher than the average sale price ($4.04M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 3, 2026
$7,030,000
A
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21 Sargent Crossway, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$5,750,000
B
5 beds7.5 baths7,359 sq ft
124 Chestnut Hill Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,000,000
C
8 beds5 baths5,076 sq ft
16 Kennard Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$3,085,000
D
6 beds5.5 baths3,907 sq ft
8 Penniman Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,350,000
E
5 beds5 baths4,418 sq ft
16 Alberta Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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Market trends in 02445, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$85K MoM

Avg. days on market

30d

9 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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Sale history for 85 Sears Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$33,905 (−43.7%)

$2,717,000 + $683,700

$3,400,700

2022

$60,266 (+11.2%)

$2,587,500 + $3,326,700

$5,914,200

2021

$54,182 (+9.1%)

$2,488,000 + $3,040,800

$5,528,800

2020

$49,642 (+5.9%)

$2,261,800 + $2,991,300

$5,253,100

2019

$46,878 (+2.6%)

$2,154,100 + $2,848,900

$5,003,000

2018

$45,697 (+1.5%)

$2,067,200 + $2,763,300

$4,830,500

2017

$45,023 (+1.5%)

$1,950,200 + $2,606,800

$4,557,000

2016

$44,378 (+4.4%)

$1,822,600 + $2,436,300

$4,258,900

2015

$42,510 (−2.6%)

$1,703,400 + $2,276,900

$3,980,300

2014

$43,652 (+0.7%)

$1,548,300 + $2,284,200

$3,832,500

2013

$43,348 (+2.2%)

$1,503,200 + $2,217,700

$3,720,900

2012

$42,418 (+4.1%)

$1,503,200 + $2,217,700

$3,720,900

2011

$40,739 (+3.0%)

$1,395,700 + $2,209,500

$3,605,200

2010

$39,549 (+3.1%)

$1,395,700 + $2,209,500

$3,605,200

2009

$38,362

$1,395,700 + $2,192,900

$3,588,600

Tax history for 85 Sears Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$33,905 (−43.7%)

$2,717,000 + $683,700

$3,400,700

2022

$60,266 (+11.2%)

$2,587,500 + $3,326,700

$5,914,200

2021

$54,182 (+9.1%)

$2,488,000 + $3,040,800

$5,528,800

2020

$49,642 (+5.9%)

$2,261,800 + $2,991,300

$5,253,100

2019

$46,878 (+2.6%)

$2,154,100 + $2,848,900

$5,003,000

2018

$45,697 (+1.5%)

$2,067,200 + $2,763,300

$4,830,500

2017

$45,023 (+1.5%)

$1,950,200 + $2,606,800

$4,557,000

2016

$44,378 (+4.4%)

$1,822,600 + $2,436,300

$4,258,900

2015

$42,510 (−2.6%)

$1,703,400 + $2,276,900

$3,980,300

2014

$43,652 (+0.7%)

$1,548,300 + $2,284,200

$3,832,500

2013

$43,348 (+2.2%)

$1,503,200 + $2,217,700

$3,720,900

2012

$42,418 (+4.1%)

$1,503,200 + $2,217,700

$3,720,900

2011

$40,739 (+3.0%)

$1,395,700 + $2,209,500

$3,605,200

2010

$39,549 (+3.1%)

$1,395,700 + $2,209,500

$3,605,200

2009

$38,362

$1,395,700 + $2,192,900

$3,588,600

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.13 Acres

Year renovated

1970

Sq. Ft.

7,110

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

41671

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

May 1, 2024 • Final

Certificate of occupancy

Construct an addition to a building in compliance with zoning board of appeals cases and local building codes.

Addition

May 12, 2022 • Final

Residential building

Construct an addition to a building in compliance with zoning board of appeals cases and local building codes.

Addition

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 190
Length: 19
Width: 10
Level: Third
Features: Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 384
Length: 24
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Family Room Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 18
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 400
Length: 20
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 6
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 16
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Sun Room, Study, Bedroom, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 8,482
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.13
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $49,642
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lee Street to Sears Road.
UnparsedAddress: 85 Sears Road, Brookline MA 02445

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 8
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,110
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41671

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

Roland Hayes School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Brookline High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

56% 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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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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Estimated sale price

$7.38M – $8.94M

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Home values near 85 Sears Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6085 Sq. Ft.	$5,676,133
8 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5171 Sq. Ft.	$5,371,779

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 8 Beds \| 11.5 Baths \| 13479 Sq. Ft.	$13,790,571
20 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 7 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 9300 Sq. Ft.	$8,504,887

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 7502 Sq. Ft.	$11,038,579
96 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3850 Sq. Ft.	$5,235,132

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