SOLD JAN 15, 2026

Off Market Jan 2026 for $3.6M

$4,172,705

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $441/mo

•

5,552

sq ft

85 Williston Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

About this home

** Agents, see Firm Remarks ** Welcome to 85 Williston Road, an illustrious residence in the heart of Brookline's coveted Washington Square. This restored Victorian offers 5,552 sq ft of living space, seamlessly blending modern comforts with timeless elegance. The formal dining room exudes sophistication, while the renovated kitchen boasts a butler's pantry and state-of-the-art appliances. The main living area opens to a sunlit space, perfect for a home office or playroom. Sliding doors lead to the deck and landscaped, fenced yard. This stately home includes five bedrooms and five-and-a-half updated bathrooms. The primary suite is a luxurious sanctuary with a custom walk-in closet and gorgeous bath. Modern amenities include central air, a laundry room, a studio/game room, and a whole-house generator. Attached, two-car garage and ample storage. Only 0.3 miles to the brand new, top rated Driscoll Elementary, shopping and restaurant

Single-familyProperty Type

1910Year Built

10,574 sq ftLot Size

$752Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Bushari Team Compass • Compass

Bought with Simon Luo • A+ Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73356580

Redfin Estimate

$4,172,705

$503K since sold in January 2026$55K since July

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This home's estimate is 30.8% higher than the average sale price ($3.19M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$3,285,000
A
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SOLD MAR 4, 2026
$2,995,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths3,370 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$5,000,000
C
5 beds6 baths5,198 sq ft
18 Naples Rd, Brookline, MA 02446
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$2,050,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths2,845 sq ft
22 Windsor Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD APR 23, 2026
$3,318,000
E
6 beds4 baths4,633 sq ft
189 Clinton Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
SOLD DEC 11, 2025
$2,487,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,100 sq ft
333 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

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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

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7 MoM

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Sale history for 85 Williston Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73356580

Jan 15, 2026

Sold

$3,670,000

$661/sq ft

Oct 3, 2025

Price Changed

$3,798,000

$684/sq ft

Sep 16, 2025

Price Changed

$3,899,000

$702/sq ft

Jul 15, 2025

Relisted

—

Jun 9, 2025

Listing Removed

—

May 15, 2025

Price Changed

$3,999,000

$720/sq ft

Apr 16, 2025

Price Changed

$4,295,000

$774/sq ft

Apr 8, 2025

Listed

$4,495,000

$810/sq ft

MLS PIN #72796741

Jun 9, 2021

Sold

$2,800,000

$504/sq ft

Apr 13, 2021

Price Changed

$2,999,000

$540/sq ft

Mar 11, 2021

Listed

$3,200,000

$576/sq ft

+27

Grand, 4-story, Cotswold style Victorian home on a quiet, tree-lined street convenient to Washington Square. A large foyer leads to an elegant fireplaced living room. Continue on to the banquet sized fireplaced dining room with decorative, mullioned windows and the large, sunny, renovated eat-in kitchen with a butlers pantry - perfect for entertaining. A spacious family room and library complete the first floor. The second floor has a master bedroom with fireplace and 3 additional, spacious bedrooms as well as 2 baths. There is a second master suite with bath on the third floor. Classic details abound with period moldings, decorative windows, and hardwood floors. The extensive finished space in the basement can be used as a play room, exercise space, etc. Conveniently, there is a direct-entry 2 car, oversized garage, a wonderful deck, and a private yard. Located near public transport, shopping, and the Driscoll School, this is a fabulous house for family living & entertaining.

Public Records

Oct 1, 1975

Sold

$70,000

$13/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$30,819 (−7.0%)

$1,464,900 + $1,626,300

$3,091,200

2022

$33,135 (+8.1%)

$1,395,100 + $1,856,600

$3,251,700

2021

$30,641 (+8.8%)

$1,341,400 + $1,785,200

$3,126,600

2020

$28,167 (+5.9%)

$1,219,500 + $1,761,100

$2,980,600

2019

$26,598 (+14.9%)

$1,161,400 + $1,677,200

$2,838,600

2018

$23,140 (+1.5%)

$821,500 + $1,624,600

$2,446,100

2017

$22,800 (+7.5%)

$775,000 + $1,532,700

$2,307,700

2016

$21,214 (+4.1%)

$603,500 + $1,432,400

$2,035,900

2015

$20,380 (−4.7%)

$564,000 + $1,344,200

$1,908,200

2014

$21,378 (+0.7%)

$512,600 + $1,364,300

$1,876,900

2013

$21,229 (+2.2%)

$497,700 + $1,324,500

$1,822,200

2012

$20,773 (+0.7%)

$497,700 + $1,324,500

$1,822,200

2011

$20,624 (+3.0%)

$508,100 + $1,317,000

$1,825,100

2010

$20,014 (+2.6%)

$508,100 + $1,316,300

$1,824,400

2009

$19,504

$508,100 + $1,316,400

$1,824,500

Tax history for 85 Williston Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$30,819 (−7.0%)

$1,464,900 + $1,626,300

$3,091,200

2022

$33,135 (+8.1%)

$1,395,100 + $1,856,600

$3,251,700

2021

$30,641 (+8.8%)

$1,341,400 + $1,785,200

$3,126,600

2020

$28,167 (+5.9%)

$1,219,500 + $1,761,100

$2,980,600

2019

$26,598 (+14.9%)

$1,161,400 + $1,677,200

$2,838,600

2018

$23,140 (+1.5%)

$821,500 + $1,624,600

$2,446,100

2017

$22,800 (+7.5%)

$775,000 + $1,532,700

$2,307,700

2016

$21,214 (+4.1%)

$603,500 + $1,432,400

$2,035,900

2015

$20,380 (−4.7%)

$564,000 + $1,344,200

$1,908,200

2014

$21,378 (+0.7%)

$512,600 + $1,364,300

$1,876,900

2013

$21,229 (+2.2%)

$497,700 + $1,324,500

$1,822,200

2012

$20,773 (+0.7%)

$497,700 + $1,324,500

$1,822,200

2011

$20,624 (+3.0%)

$508,100 + $1,317,000

$1,825,100

2010

$20,014 (+2.6%)

$508,100 + $1,316,300

$1,824,400

2009

$19,504

$508,100 + $1,316,400

$1,824,500

*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

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1973

Sq. Ft.

4,481

Year built

1910

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

32277

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Deeded

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4

Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,552
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: blue

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 4453
Below Grade Finished Area: 1099
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Lot Features: Level

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $33,123
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Generator Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator, 220 Volts, Generator Connection

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Hot Water
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Square
UnparsedAddress: 85 Williston Rd, Brookline MA 02445

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,481
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Norfolk County
APN: 32277

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Michael Driscoll School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Brookline High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% 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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$3.97M – $4.80M

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Home values near 85 Williston Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
97 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5268 Sq. Ft.	$2,224,233
71 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3506 Sq. Ft.	$3,643,714

Address	Redfin Estimate
93 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 9 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3978 Sq. Ft.	$1,934,097
79 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$4,080,464

Address	Redfin Estimate
98 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4198 Sq. Ft.	—
88 Williston Road, Brookline, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3266 Sq. Ft.	$3,451,991

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