A rare opportunity to enjoy single-family living in a highly desirable Brookline neighborhood in the Baker district. This welcoming and classic 3 bed, 1 bath Garrison Colonial offers a bright and inviting layout. The 1st floor features hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, dining room adjoining the kitchen, and warm cozy den area that leads to a private screened-in porch perfect for al fresco dining. Upstairs is a spacious full bath, two generously sized bedrooms and flexible third bedroom, ideal as a nursery or home office. A 600 SF unfinished basement provides storage and laundry area. The expansive side yard and mature plantings offer beautiful green space. For parking, there is a driveway plus a small garage (which current owners used for storage). The property consists of 2 lots totaling 7,932 SF. This is an incredible location near the Chestnut Hill Mall/Street, Allandale Farm, various parks and library. About .5 miles to 51 bus to Orange Line; 1 mile to Needham commuter rail
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
7,932 sq ftLot Size
$891Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rita Lu• Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Bought with Chuck Silverston Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
3 bedroom colonial with lovely curb appeal on attractive side street. Comfortable living room with fireplace and adjoining dining room with space for large dinner parties. Cozy den with built-ins. Bright well equipped eat in kitchen, 3 bedrooms on second (2 are queen sized), and large family bath with pedestal sink. Spacious open basement with high ceilings and great potential. 2 year old heating system. Nicely landscaped grounds. A great opportunity to live in Brookline for a reasonable price. Just bring your imagination and inject your own personality into this much loved home. Minutes to Putterham golf course, the library, the Chestnut Hill shopping areas, and the Longwood Medical area..
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,645 (+2.7%)
$542,400 + $324,700
$867,100
2022
$8,416 (+8.1%)
$516,600 + $309,300
$825,900
2021
$7,782 (+10.6%)
$496,700 + $297,400
$794,100
2020
$7,033 (+5.9%)
$451,500 + $292,700
$744,200
2019
$6,641 (−0.3%)
$430,000 + $278,800
$708,800
2018
$6,658 (+1.5%)
$430,100 + $273,700
$703,800
2017
$6,558 (+1.4%)
$405,600 + $258,200
$663,800
2016
$6,465 (+4.4%)
$379,100 + $241,300
$620,400
2015
$6,192 (+0.4%)
$354,300 + $225,500
$579,800
2014
$6,167 (+0.7%)
$322,200 + $219,200
$541,400
2013
$6,123 (+2.2%)
$312,800 + $212,800
$525,600
2012
$5,992 (+1.6%)
$312,800 + $212,800
$525,600
2011
$5,897 (+3.0%)
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
2010
$5,725 (+2.6%)
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
2009
$5,579
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
Tax history for 159 Payson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,645 (+2.7%)
$542,400 + $324,700
$867,100
2022
$8,416 (+8.1%)
$516,600 + $309,300
$825,900
2021
$7,782 (+10.6%)
$496,700 + $297,400
$794,100
2020
$7,033 (+5.9%)
$451,500 + $292,700
$744,200
2019
$6,641 (−0.3%)
$430,000 + $278,800
$708,800
2018
$6,658 (+1.5%)
$430,100 + $273,700
$703,800
2017
$6,558 (+1.4%)
$405,600 + $258,200
$663,800
2016
$6,465 (+4.4%)
$379,100 + $241,300
$620,400
2015
$6,192 (+0.4%)
$354,300 + $225,500
$579,800
2014
$6,167 (+0.7%)
$322,200 + $219,200
$541,400
2013
$6,123 (+2.2%)
$312,800 + $212,800
$525,600
2012
$5,992 (+1.6%)
$312,800 + $212,800
$525,600
2011
$5,897 (+3.0%)
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
2010
$5,725 (+2.6%)
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
2009
$5,579
$307,900 + $214,000
$521,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
1,337
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
41932
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,337
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,046
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Allandale Rd to Risley Rd to Payson Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 159 Payson Road, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,337
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41932
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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