Exceptional renovation of an elegant brick Colonial on a coveted block near Baker School. The gracious living room is anchored by a gas fireplace, window seats and built-in bookshelves. The open plan kitchen / dining space is outfitted with cherry cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances. An expansive family room addition features sliders to a mahogany deck overlooking a generous fenced, flat backyard. The serene master bedroom addition offers cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet/dressing area, and a luxurious marble bathroom. Another large bedroom and renovated full bath complete this level. The third floor includes two additional bedrooms with skylights, built-ins, and a beautifully updated bath. Wonderful walkout lower level features a versatile play room/office with patio access, a built-in wine cellar, and ample storage. Central air, Buderus boiler, and numerous infrastructure upgrades. Stellar Chestnut Hill location near shopping, schools, playground, and the library.
Sophisticated renovation of an elegant brick CE Colonial. First floor offers large entry foyer with radiant heat and updated half-bathroom which leads to a living room with beautiful fireplace, built-in bookcases and inlaid floors. Stainless modern kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops opens to a sun-filled dining room. Oversized family room or formal dining room has sliders to a large Mahogany deck overlooking the large fenced, flat backyard. Second floor offers an expansive master bedroom suite with cathedral ceiling, large dressing room and a spa-like marble bathroom. This floor also offers a large sun-filled second bedroom and full bathroom. Third floor offers two additional bedrooms with cathedral ceilings and skylights and a renovated shared bathroom. Lower level walk-out playroom has glass sliders to a flagstone patio. Lower level has custom built wine cellar, washer/dryer and plenty of storage. Ideally located near Putterham Circle and Baker School.
MLS PIN #71756513
Dec 17, 2014
Sold
$1,220,000
$422/sq ft
Oct 21, 2014
Contingent
—
Oct 14, 2014
Listed
$1,195,000
$413/sq ft
+7
Sophisticated renovation of an elegant brick CE Colonial. Large entry foyer with radiant heat and updated half-bathroom leads to a beautiful living room with fireplace, built-in bookcases and inlaid floors. Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and 2014 granite countertops opens to a sun-filled breakfast room. Gracious dining room has sliders to a Mahogany deck. Master bedroom suite with cathedral ceiling, large dressing room and spa-like bathroom with marble floor. Large second floor bedroom with lots of light. Two additional renovated bathrooms on second and third floor. Third and fourth bedroom with cathedral ceilings and skylights. Lower level playroom has glass sliders to patio. Custom built wine room. Lovely large fenced-in level yard.
MLS PIN #71455568
Jan 22, 2013
Sold
$1,078,000
$373/sq ft
Dec 10, 2012
Contingent
—
Dec 2, 2012
Price Changed
$1,088,000
$376/sq ft
Nov 8, 2012
Listed
$1,250,000
$432/sq ft
MLS PIN #30607055
Jul 31, 2002
Sold
$700,000
$242/sq ft
May 24, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2002
Listed
$699,000
$242/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 9, 1987
Sold
$335,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,069 (+2.7%)
$589,900 + $1,122,100
$1,712,000
2022
$16,614 (+22.4%)
$561,800 + $1,068,600
$1,630,400
2021
$13,569 (+8.4%)
$540,200 + $844,400
$1,384,600
2020
$12,512 (+5.9%)
$491,100 + $832,900
$1,324,000
2019
$11,815 (−0.2%)
$467,700 + $793,200
$1,260,900
2018
$11,840 (+1.5%)
$467,700 + $783,900
$1,251,600
2017
$11,665 (+1.5%)
$441,200 + $739,500
$1,180,700
2016
$11,498 (+4.4%)
$412,400 + $691,100
$1,103,500
2015
$11,014 (−1.3%)
$385,400 + $645,900
$1,031,300
2014
$11,157 (+0.7%)
$350,400 + $629,100
$979,500
2013
$11,079 (+2.2%)
$340,200 + $610,800
$951,000
2012
$10,841 (+3.7%)
$340,200 + $610,800
$951,000
2011
$10,454 (+5.9%)
$340,200 + $584,900
$925,100
2010
$9,869 (+2.6%)
$340,200 + $559,400
$899,600
2009
$9,617
$340,200 + $559,400
$899,600
Tax history for 126 Wallis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,069 (+2.7%)
$589,900 + $1,122,100
$1,712,000
2022
$16,614 (+22.4%)
$561,800 + $1,068,600
$1,630,400
2021
$13,569 (+8.4%)
$540,200 + $844,400
$1,384,600
2020
$12,512 (+5.9%)
$491,100 + $832,900
$1,324,000
2019
$11,815 (−0.2%)
$467,700 + $793,200
$1,260,900
2018
$11,840 (+1.5%)
$467,700 + $783,900
$1,251,600
2017
$11,665 (+1.5%)
$441,200 + $739,500
$1,180,700
2016
$11,498 (+4.4%)
$412,400 + $691,100
$1,103,500
2015
$11,014 (−1.3%)
$385,400 + $645,900
$1,031,300
2014
$11,157 (+0.7%)
$350,400 + $629,100
$979,500
2013
$11,079 (+2.2%)
$340,200 + $610,800
$951,000
2012
$10,841 (+3.7%)
$340,200 + $610,800
$951,000
2011
$10,454 (+5.9%)
$340,200 + $584,900
$925,100
2010
$9,869 (+2.6%)
$340,200 + $559,400
$899,600
2009
$9,617
$340,200 + $559,400
$899,600
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
2,594
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42632
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Dec 10, 2019 • Final
Residential gas
Gas
Nov 27, 2009 • Active
Residential electrical
Install electrical wiring for a front entry and a half bathroom.
Electrical
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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Grove St or Independence Drive to Wallis Rd
UnparsedAddress: 126 Wallis Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,594
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42632
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
Exclusions: Basement Freezer, Curtain Rods And Blinds In The Dining Area
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
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