A rare find in Chestnut Hill, Brookline—this move-in-ready single-family home offers incredible value in a market where opportunities like this are scarce. With high ceilings and abundant natural light, the well-designed layout balances privacy and open spaces for entertaining. The foyer leads to a spacious living room with a fireplace and crown moldings, flowing into a formal dining room adjacent to a well-appointed kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. A mudroom with storage opens to a deck overlooking a well kept yard and detached garage. A sunroom off the living room offers a perfect home office or cozy retreat. Upstairs, three generous bedrooms share a stylish full bath. The finished lower level provides versatile space for a media room or gym. Enjoy gas heating, cooking, and central A/C. With easy access to Longwood Medical, Chestnut Hill shopping, and the D Line, this is a rare opportunity in a sought-after location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1934Year Built
5,001 sq ftLot Size
$738Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Margie and Jon Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Elizabeth Sampson• Burns Realty & Investments LLC
SOUTH BROOKLINE, Chestnut Hill ... Built in the1930s, this handsome three-bedroom residence has a wonderful, flexible layout suitable for both casual living and entertaining. The beautifully detailed interior is enhanced with crown molding, stained glass, and hardwood floors. The main level features a gracious living room with a large fireplace, dining room, a study/den, a half bathroom, and a 2014 kitchen appointed with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. A French door, accessed through the mudroom and pantry, opens to a large deck and pretty backyard - perfect for al fresco dining. The second level offers a lovely master bedroom with side-by-side closets, two other generously-sized bedrooms, and a bathroom. A finished lower level, with additional storage and a one car garage, complete this special property. Minutes to Baker School, Allandale Farm, Putterham Circle, Larz Anderson Park, shops at Chestnut Hill Village and The Longwood Medical Area.
MLS PIN #70519849
Jul 31, 2007
Sold
$522,500
$263/sq ft
Jun 29, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 11, 2007
Price Changed
$549,000
$276/sq ft
Feb 1, 2007
Listed
$569,000
$286/sq ft
Beautiful COLONIAL. Newer eat-in kitchen, Shiny Hardwood Floors throughout. 1st floor familyroom. Great neighborhood. Near school, library, golf course, public transportation. Finished basement. Cedar closet. Great value to live in Brookline.
Public Records
Jan 14, 1999
Sold
$305,000
$153/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1988
Sold
$236,400
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,835 (+2.7%)
$474,900 + $411,300
$886,200
2022
$8,600 (+8.1%)
$452,300 + $391,700
$844,000
2021
$7,953 (+9.8%)
$434,900 + $376,600
$811,500
2020
$7,242 (+8.0%)
$395,300 + $371,100
$766,400
2019
$6,703
$376,500 + $338,900
$715,400
2018
$6,709 (+1.5%)
$376,500 + $332,700
$709,200
2017
$6,611 (+1.5%)
$355,100 + $314,000
$669,100
2016
$6,516 (+4.4%)
$331,900 + $293,400
$625,300
2015
$6,241 (+0.4%)
$310,200 + $274,200
$584,400
2014
$6,219 (+0.7%)
$282,100 + $263,900
$546,000
2013
$6,176 (+2.2%)
$273,900 + $256,200
$530,100
2012
$6,043 (+3.0%)
$273,900 + $256,200
$530,100
2011
$5,866 (+3.0%)
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
2010
$5,695 (+2.6%)
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
2009
$5,549
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
Tax history for 125 Bonad Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,835 (+2.7%)
$474,900 + $411,300
$886,200
2022
$8,600 (+8.1%)
$452,300 + $391,700
$844,000
2021
$7,953 (+9.8%)
$434,900 + $376,600
$811,500
2020
$7,242 (+8.0%)
$395,300 + $371,100
$766,400
2019
$6,703
$376,500 + $338,900
$715,400
2018
$6,709 (+1.5%)
$376,500 + $332,700
$709,200
2017
$6,611 (+1.5%)
$355,100 + $314,000
$669,100
2016
$6,516 (+4.4%)
$331,900 + $293,400
$625,300
2015
$6,241 (+0.4%)
$310,200 + $274,200
$584,400
2014
$6,219 (+0.7%)
$282,100 + $263,900
$546,000
2013
$6,176 (+2.2%)
$273,900 + $256,200
$530,100
2012
$6,043 (+3.0%)
$273,900 + $256,200
$530,100
2011
$5,866 (+3.0%)
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
2010
$5,695 (+2.6%)
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
2009
$5,549
$262,000 + $257,100
$519,100
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,586
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42286
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2023.
May 20, 2026 • Active
Residential building
Roofing
May 15, 2013 • Active
Residential plumbing
Replace the existing water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,988
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,604
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Grove or VFW Pkwy to Bonad
UnparsedAddress: 125 Bonad Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,586
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42286
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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