A charming, sun-drenched English Tudor in the highly desirable Baker School neighborhood in sought-after Chestnut Hill, this charming brick home offers timeless character & exceptional potential. This classic home offers 5 beds, 2.5 baths, office, sunroom, and entertainment room. On the 1st floor, hardwood floors flow through the bright living room with a fireplace, dining room & sunroom while.the kitchen and hallway are covered with tile flooring. On 2nd floor, 3 generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom and 4th bedroom with access to 3rd floor entertainment room. The lower level provides 5th bedroom, 2nd full bathroom, office/exercise room, laundry, storage with direct access to backyard. Outside, enjoy a paved backyard. Located near schools, shops, restaurants, golf courses, parks, medical facilities, with easy access to Boston, this home offers the perfect balance of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Do not miss this great opportunity to make this your dream home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,001 sq ftLot Size
$439Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Timothy Pi• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Est. $6,189 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 261 Russett Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73529111
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$1,450,000
$439/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$1,449,000
$439/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 1997
Sold
$340,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,401 (+2.7%)
$474,900 + $668,600
$1,143,500
2022
$11,097 (+8.1%)
$452,300 + $636,700
$1,089,000
2021
$10,263 (+8.8%)
$434,900 + $612,300
$1,047,200
2020
$9,436 (+5.9%)
$395,300 + $603,200
$998,500
2019
$8,911 (+0.1%)
$376,500 + $574,500
$951,000
2018
$8,900 (+1.5%)
$376,500 + $564,300
$940,800
2017
$8,769 (+1.5%)
$355,100 + $532,400
$887,500
2016
$8,643 (+4.4%)
$331,900 + $497,600
$829,500
2015
$8,279 (+0.7%)
$310,200 + $465,000
$775,200
2014
$8,224 (+0.7%)
$282,100 + $439,900
$722,000
2013
$8,167 (+2.2%)
$273,900 + $427,100
$701,000
2012
$7,991 (+3.8%)
$273,900 + $427,100
$701,000
2011
$7,699 (+3.0%)
$262,000 + $419,300
$681,300
2010
$7,474 (+2.6%)
$262,000 + $419,300
$681,300
2009
$7,283
$262,000 + $419,300
$681,300
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
2,624
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42312
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Aug 11, 2026 • Active
Residential electrical
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
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 238.96
Length: 12.92
Width: 18.5
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 194.83
Length: 12.92
Width: 15.08
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 154.71
Length: 13.17
Width: 11.75
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 121.79
Length: 13.17
Width: 9.25
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 275.78
Length: 12.58
Width: 21.92
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 64.34
Length: 9.08
Width: 7.08
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Sun Room, Mud Room, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,304
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2422
Below Grade Finished Area: 882
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,541
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: VFW Parkway turn right toward Asheville Rd
UnparsedAddress: 261 Russett Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,624
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42312
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 • 0.5mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
Brookline will continue to be a Seller's market for the foreseeable future, driven by restrictive zoning laws that have limited increases in housing production and a stable population with relatively low turnover. This has resulted in a massive...
supply/demand imbalance that is unlikely to change.
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chestnut Hill, MA • 02467
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Chestnut Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.90M – $2.30M
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