Timeless elegance and modern convenience converge in this stately nine room, five bedroom brick Colonial Revival-style residence on a coveted South Brookline block near Baker School. The luminous first floor features a gracious living room with fireplace; a formal dining room with period built-ins; a skylit eat-in-kitchen with white cabinets, updated appliances, and a wood-topped island; and a first floor family room with windows on three sides. Direct access off the kitchen to a lush, level yard and detached two car garage. The second level offers three generously proportioned bedrooms and two full bathrooms with updated fixtures, including a sumptuous master with ensuite bath and walk-in closet. There are two more bright, spacious bedrooms on the third floor. Perfect bonus play room in the finished basement. H/W floors, high ceilings, and lovely architectural details. Central A/C. ¼-acre lot in enchanting hilltop setting offers exquisite sunsets and seasonal views of the Blue Hills.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$879Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Elisabeth Preis• Hammond Residential R. E.
Classic 9 room center entrance brick colonial located in a sought after S. Brookline/Chestnut Hill neighborhood close to school and playground. This bright, sunny home features well proportioned rooms, period details, h/w floors, high ceilings, LR with fireplace, eat in kitchen with sky light, master BR w. en suite bath, a large office and a cozy den. Partially finished lower level adds extra S.F. New central A/C. Flat back yard great for gardening, play and entertaining. Impeccably maintained.
Public Records
Aug 27, 1987
Sold
$415,000
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,722 (+2.7%)
$618,300 + $1,159,200
$1,777,500
2022
$17,250 (+8.1%)
$588,800 + $1,104,000
$1,692,800
2021
$15,952 (+8.1%)
$566,200 + $1,061,600
$1,627,800
2020
$14,761 (+5.9%)
$514,700 + $1,047,300
$1,562,000
2019
$13,939 (+1.2%)
$490,200 + $997,400
$1,487,600
2018
$13,779 (+1.5%)
$490,300 + $966,300
$1,456,600
2017
$13,576 (+1.5%)
$462,500 + $911,600
$1,374,100
2016
$13,381 (+18.9%)
$432,300 + $851,900
$1,284,200
2015
$11,250 (−1.4%)
$404,000 + $649,400
$1,053,400
2014
$11,409 (+0.7%)
$367,300 + $634,400
$1,001,700
2013
$11,330 (+2.2%)
$356,600 + $615,900
$972,500
2012
$11,087 (+5.1%)
$356,600 + $615,900
$972,500
2011
$10,546 (+3.0%)
$359,500 + $573,800
$933,300
2010
$10,238 (+24.0%)
$359,500 + $573,800
$933,300
2009
$8,259
$359,500 + $413,100
$772,600
Tax history for 135 Walnut Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,722 (+2.7%)
$618,300 + $1,159,200
$1,777,500
2022
$17,250 (+8.1%)
$588,800 + $1,104,000
$1,692,800
2021
$15,952 (+8.1%)
$566,200 + $1,061,600
$1,627,800
2020
$14,761 (+5.9%)
$514,700 + $1,047,300
$1,562,000
2019
$13,939 (+1.2%)
$490,200 + $997,400
$1,487,600
2018
$13,779 (+1.5%)
$490,300 + $966,300
$1,456,600
2017
$13,576 (+1.5%)
$462,500 + $911,600
$1,374,100
2016
$13,381 (+18.9%)
$432,300 + $851,900
$1,284,200
2015
$11,250 (−1.4%)
$404,000 + $649,400
$1,053,400
2014
$11,409 (+0.7%)
$367,300 + $634,400
$1,001,700
2013
$11,330 (+2.2%)
$356,600 + $615,900
$972,500
2012
$11,087 (+5.1%)
$356,600 + $615,900
$972,500
2011
$10,546 (+3.0%)
$359,500 + $573,800
$933,300
2010
$10,238 (+24.0%)
$359,500 + $573,800
$933,300
2009
$8,259
$359,500 + $413,100
$772,600
*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
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
2,653
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42583
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
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Electrical
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Residential building
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,654
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,415
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Steam, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Grove St or Shaw Rd to Walnut Hill Rd
UnparsedAddress: 135 Walnut Hill Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,653
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42583
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Window Treatments And Dining Room Chandelier Excluded. Basement Fridge And Freezer Are Included.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
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