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Off Market Aug 2016 for $2.5M

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5,056

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117 Lyman Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

About this home

Extraordinary property at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Estate area of Chestnut Hill. This significant architectural gem designed by Stanley Myers is perched on top of a hill with magnificent views of Boston.The stone chimney, stone wainscoting, overhanging eaves with exposed trusses, and expansive decks are character defining elements of this home. Cathedral ceiling living room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace, walls of glass, dramatic spaces and attached two car garage. Minutes to Boston but you feel as if you have traveled to your country retreat in Vermont. This unique property is waiting to be restored by a discerning buyer. House is being sold in "as-is" condition.

Single-familyProperty Type

1984Year Built

1.19 acresLot Size

$494Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by RJP Sells • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline

Bought with RJP Sells • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline

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•Source:MLS PIN #71920019

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Market trends in 02467, MA

Last updated July 2026

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Seller's market

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98.4%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$95K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

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Sale history for 117 Lyman Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71926271

Aug 16, 2016

Sold

$2,500,000

$494/sq ft

Apr 25, 2016

Pending

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Dec 1, 2015

Price Changed

$3,200,000

$633/sq ft

Dec 1, 2015

Price Changed

$3,250,000

$643/sq ft

Oct 31, 2015

Listed

$3,500,000

$692/sq ft

Chestnut Hill Land opportunity. Extraordinary property at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Estate area of Chestnut Hill with magnificent views of Boston. This property consists of an oversized parcel of 1.19 acres or 51,770 square feet. A 1984 architectural gem designed by Stanley Myers is perched on top of the property now - it can be updated or the house can be demolished. Minutes to Boston but you feel as if you have traveled to your country retreat in Vermont. Very few land parcels offer this view and privacy.

MLS PIN #71920019

Aug 15, 2016

Sold

$2,500,000

$494/sq ft

Apr 25, 2016

Pending

—

Dec 1, 2015

Price Changed

$3,250,000

$643/sq ft

Dec 1, 2015

Price Changed

$3,200,000

$633/sq ft

Oct 16, 2015

Listed

$3,500,000

$692/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 30, 1981

Sold

$415,000

$82/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$43,299 (+2.7%)

$2,862,600 + $1,480,300

$4,342,900

2022

$42,147 (+8.1%)

$2,726,300 + $1,409,800

$4,136,100

2021

$38,975 (+12.2%)

$2,621,400 + $1,355,600

$3,977,000

2020

$34,750 (−4.7%)

$2,383,100 + $1,294,100

$3,677,200

2019

$36,458 (+20.7%)

$2,269,600 + $1,621,300

$3,890,900

2018

$30,217 (+1.5%)

$2,178,000 + $1,016,200

$3,194,200

2017

$29,772 (−15.8%)

$2,054,800 + $958,600

$3,013,400

2016

$35,372 (+4.4%)

$1,920,300 + $1,474,300

$3,394,600

2015

$33,882 (+0.6%)

$1,794,700 + $1,377,800

$3,172,500

2014

$33,693 (+0.7%)

$1,631,300 + $1,326,800

$2,958,100

2013

$33,458 (+2.2%)

$1,583,800 + $1,288,100

$2,871,900

2012

$32,740 (+3.0%)

$1,583,800 + $1,288,100

$2,871,900

2011

$31,787 (+3.0%)

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

2010

$30,859 (+2.6%)

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

2009

$30,071

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

Tax history for 117 Lyman Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$43,299 (+2.7%)

$2,862,600 + $1,480,300

$4,342,900

2022

$42,147 (+8.1%)

$2,726,300 + $1,409,800

$4,136,100

2021

$38,975 (+12.2%)

$2,621,400 + $1,355,600

$3,977,000

2020

$34,750 (−4.7%)

$2,383,100 + $1,294,100

$3,677,200

2019

$36,458 (+20.7%)

$2,269,600 + $1,621,300

$3,890,900

2018

$30,217 (+1.5%)

$2,178,000 + $1,016,200

$3,194,200

2017

$29,772 (−15.8%)

$2,054,800 + $958,600

$3,013,400

2016

$35,372 (+4.4%)

$1,920,300 + $1,474,300

$3,394,600

2015

$33,882 (+0.6%)

$1,794,700 + $1,377,800

$3,172,500

2014

$33,693 (+0.7%)

$1,631,300 + $1,326,800

$2,958,100

2013

$33,458 (+2.2%)

$1,583,800 + $1,288,100

$2,871,900

2012

$32,740 (+3.0%)

$1,583,800 + $1,288,100

$2,871,900

2011

$31,787 (+3.0%)

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

2010

$30,859 (+2.6%)

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

2009

$30,071

$1,470,500 + $1,342,500

$2,813,000

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.19 Acres

Year renovated

1969

Sq. Ft.

5,056

Year built

1965

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

43482

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Sep 26, 2016 • Active

Residential mechanical - sheet metal

Install three gas furnaces in the basement and attic to serve the first floor, second floor, and basement. Install a plenum, ductwork, registers, and grills.

Gas

HVAC

Oct 29, 2009 • Active

Residential gas

Install piping for furnaces.

Gas

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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 375
Length: 15
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# 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: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 594
Length: 33
Width: 18
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 561
Length: 33
Width: 17
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 253
Length: 11
Width: 23
Level: First

Office Room Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Play Room, Home Office, Exercise Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,056
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.19
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $33,882
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Heath Street in Chestnut Hill
UnparsedAddress: 117 Lyman Rd, Brookline MA 02467

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,056
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Norfolk County
APN: 43482

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Roland Hayes School

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Brookline High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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

6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Home values near 117 Lyman Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
99 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4318 Sq. Ft.	$4,162,747
96 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4731 Sq. Ft.	$5,000,422

Address	Redfin Estimate
111 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2534 Sq. Ft.	$2,496,043
80 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5533 Sq. Ft.	$7,576,604

Address	Redfin Estimate
110 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5337 Sq. Ft.	$5,609,954
55 Lyman Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 6527 Sq. Ft.	$6,923,941

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