This truly unique home in an ideal Chestnut Hill location showcases warm and welcoming spaces with sublime sophistication. A meticulous 2 year renovation honored the original character of the home, while creating beautiful open and elegant entertaining spaces, including a cook's kitchen, open concept family space, fireplaced living room and huge dining room. A wall of windows welcomes in the backyard, which offers an inviting patio, large grassy area as well as hard play surface, all surrounded by lush greenery to maintain privacy. Upstairs features a dream master suite, with a luxurious bath and a true rainfall shower. All the other bedrooms are large and have plenty of new baths for everyone. Downstairs has a full bar, play areas for adults and kids, and an additional guest suite. The level of detail throughout is incredible. Add all this to a beautiful neighborhood, ideal access to shopping and schools, and you will see this is a forever home. Don't let your chance go by!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$820Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Bernardino• Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Bought with Post Advisory Group• Engel & Volkers Boston
This classic Chestnut Hill 5 bed, 4 bath Cape is situated on a beautiful 1/2+ acre private lot on one of the area's most favorite tree lined streets. The first floor offers inviting entertaining and family space. An elegant fireplace anchors the gracious living room, connecting to the family room surrounded by windows. Formal dining room leads to the butler’s pantry with beautiful original detail. The well-appointed eat-in kitchen opens up to the playful and generous landscaped backyard and sport court. Attached screened-in porch provides al-fresco entertaining. Paneled library with fireplace. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths including the master suite with walk in dressing room, as well as playroom and laundry. The renovated lower level includes a guest suite with full bath, playroom, exercise room, and storage. Direct entry 3 car heated garage. This desirable location offers easy access to Chestnut Hill’s schools, recreation, shops and the "T".
MLS PIN #71203537
Jul 20, 2011
Sold
$2,375,000
$439/sq ft
May 31, 2011
Contingent
—
May 5, 2011
Price Changed
$2,495,000
$461/sq ft
Mar 22, 2011
Listed
$2,650,000
$489/sq ft
Exquisite home in coveted Chestnut Hill. Meticulously maintained. Graciously proportioned living room. Beautiful cook's kitchen. Butler's pantry with custom mahogany counters & copper sink. Warm & inviting family room with fieldstone fireplace, built-ins & radiant heat. Paneled library with fireplace. Elegant staircase leading to generous family bedrooms & baths. Master suite with study & cedar closet. Large, private yard. Attached, heated, 3 car garage. Mud room. No detail has been overlooked.
MLS PIN #50495731
Aug 24, 1998
Sold
$890,000
$164/sq ft
May 20, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Apr 6, 1998
Listed
$930,000
$172/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$36,090 (+2.7%)
$1,439,300 + $2,180,600
$3,619,900
2022
$35,130 (+8.1%)
$1,370,700 + $2,076,800
$3,447,500
2021
$32,486 (+8.5%)
$1,318,000 + $1,996,900
$3,314,900
2020
$29,939 (+23.0%)
$1,198,200 + $1,970,000
$3,168,200
2019
$24,335 (−10.2%)
$1,141,100 + $1,456,000
$2,597,100
2018
$27,085 (+1.5%)
$1,204,600 + $1,658,500
$2,863,100
2017
$26,686 (+1.5%)
$1,136,400 + $1,564,600
$2,701,000
2016
$26,303 (+4.4%)
$1,062,100 + $1,462,200
$2,524,300
2015
$25,196 (−3.3%)
$992,600 + $1,366,600
$2,359,200
2014
$26,051 (+0.7%)
$902,200 + $1,385,000
$2,287,200
2013
$25,870 (+3.3%)
$875,900 + $1,344,700
$2,220,600
2012
$25,041 (+5.7%)
$875,900 + $1,320,700
$2,196,600
2011
$23,692 (+3.0%)
$836,200 + $1,260,400
$2,096,600
2010
$23,000 (+2.8%)
$836,200 + $1,260,400
$2,096,600
2009
$22,363
$831,600 + $1,260,400
$2,092,000
Tax history for 160 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$36,090 (+2.7%)
$1,439,300 + $2,180,600
$3,619,900
2022
$35,130 (+8.1%)
$1,370,700 + $2,076,800
$3,447,500
2021
$32,486 (+8.5%)
$1,318,000 + $1,996,900
$3,314,900
2020
$29,939 (+23.0%)
$1,198,200 + $1,970,000
$3,168,200
2019
$24,335 (−10.2%)
$1,141,100 + $1,456,000
$2,597,100
2018
$27,085 (+1.5%)
$1,204,600 + $1,658,500
$2,863,100
2017
$26,686 (+1.5%)
$1,136,400 + $1,564,600
$2,701,000
2016
$26,303 (+4.4%)
$1,062,100 + $1,462,200
$2,524,300
2015
$25,196 (−3.3%)
$992,600 + $1,366,600
$2,359,200
2014
$26,051 (+0.7%)
$902,200 + $1,385,000
$2,287,200
2013
$25,870 (+3.3%)
$875,900 + $1,344,700
$2,220,600
2012
$25,041 (+5.7%)
$875,900 + $1,320,700
$2,196,600
2011
$23,692 (+3.0%)
$836,200 + $1,260,400
$2,096,600
2010
$23,000 (+2.8%)
$836,200 + $1,260,400
$2,096,600
2009
$22,363
$831,600 + $1,260,400
$2,092,000
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
4,232
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
43054
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Apr 17, 2018 • Active
Residential electrical
Install a new fire and security system.
Electrical
Fire sprinkler
Dec 20, 2017 • Active
Residential gas
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.
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,415
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate, Metal
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, ET Irrigation Controller
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Water Conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,335
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Corner of Laurel and Aston
UnparsedAddress: 160 Laurel Road, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,232
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 43054
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier In Bedroom; Surround Sound Central Units; Tv In Family Room, Extra Refrigerator
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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