Superbly redesigned residence on one of the most desirable streets in Chestnut Hill. Masterful renovation of this 10 room brick colonial offering stylish and sophisticated interior design with luxurious appointments and millwork. Exquisite paneled entry opens to a classic floorplan which seamlessly integrates the living areas to the exterior spaces. Beautiful livingroom with fireplace and French doors to an enclosed brick terrace, a spectacular kitchen with custom designed cabinetry, oversized island, premium appliances and coffered ceiling, and separate breakfast room. A formal diningroom and great fireplaced familyroom with French doors open to an expansive bluestone terrace. First floor guest suite/study with ensuite bath, great mudroom and half bath complete the first floor. Fabulous master suite with two large closets, three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and great laundry room on the second floor. Close to "The Street", "Chestnut Hill Square and The Chestnut Hill Mall.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$1,161Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jayne Friedberg• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
Bought with Hilary Maddox• Hammond Residential R. E.
Chestnut Hill. 1938 brick residence featuring fabulous 1995 kitchen & family room addition w/granite counters,Sub-Zero refrigerator,large gas-fired range,generous eating area & Brazilian cherry floors. 4 fireplaces. First floor den/bedroom. Spacious 2nd floor master w/many closets,sitting area and master bath. Almost 1/2 acre of landscaped grounds, bluestone patio, and enclosed terrace. Amenities include 2-car garage, central air, sprinkler system.
MLS PIN #70543613
Feb 8, 2008
Sold
$1,700,000
$359/sq ft
Oct 23, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 11, 2007
Price Changed
$1,995,000
$421/sq ft
Aug 10, 2007
Price Changed
$2,290,000
$483/sq ft
Aug 7, 2007
Price Changed
$2,350,000
$496/sq ft
Apr 26, 2007
Price Changed
$2,400,000
$507/sq ft
Mar 20, 2007
Listed
$2,680,000
$566/sq ft
GREAT CHESTNUT HILL NEIGHBORHOOD. 1938 BRICK RESIDENCE FEATURING FABULOUS 1995 KITCHEN & FAMILY ROOM ADDITION W/GRANITE COUNTERS,SUBZERO REFRIGERATOR,LARGE GAS-FIRED RANGE,GENEROUS EATING AREA & BRAZILIAN CHERRY FLOORS.4 FIREPLACES,FIRST FLOOR DEN/BEDROOM.SPACIOUS 2ND FLOOR MASTER W/MANY CLOSETS,SITTING AREA, MASTER BATH. ALMOST 1/2 ACRE OF LANDSCAPED GROUNDS, BLUESTONE PATIO. ENCLOSED TERRACE. AMENITIES INCLUDE 2-CAR GARAGE, CENTRAL AIR, SPRINKLER SYSTEM.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$42,559 (+2.7%)
$1,292,400 + $2,976,300
$4,268,700
2022
$41,426 (+8.1%)
$1,230,800 + $2,834,600
$4,065,400
2021
$38,309 (+7.6%)
$1,183,500 + $2,725,600
$3,909,100
2020
$35,604 (+5.9%)
$1,075,900 + $2,691,700
$3,767,600
2019
$33,621 (−1.3%)
$1,024,700 + $2,563,500
$3,588,200
2018
$34,052 (+1.5%)
$1,093,000 + $2,506,600
$3,599,600
2017
$33,551 (+3.4%)
$1,031,100 + $2,364,800
$3,395,900
2016
$32,450 (+46.4%)
$963,600 + $2,150,600
$3,114,200
2015
$22,165 (−0.2%)
$900,600 + $1,174,800
$2,075,400
2014
$22,203 (+0.7%)
$818,500 + $1,130,800
$1,949,300
2013
$22,048 (+2.2%)
$794,700 + $1,097,800
$1,892,500
2012
$21,575 (+5.7%)
$794,700 + $1,097,800
$1,892,500
2011
$20,406 (+3.0%)
$767,600 + $1,038,200
$1,805,800
2010
$19,810 (−10.9%)
$767,600 + $1,038,200
$1,805,800
2009
$22,237
$761,500 + $1,318,700
$2,080,200
Tax history for 42 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$42,559 (+2.7%)
$1,292,400 + $2,976,300
$4,268,700
2022
$41,426 (+8.1%)
$1,230,800 + $2,834,600
$4,065,400
2021
$38,309 (+7.6%)
$1,183,500 + $2,725,600
$3,909,100
2020
$35,604 (+5.9%)
$1,075,900 + $2,691,700
$3,767,600
2019
$33,621 (−1.3%)
$1,024,700 + $2,563,500
$3,588,200
2018
$34,052 (+1.5%)
$1,093,000 + $2,506,600
$3,599,600
2017
$33,551 (+3.4%)
$1,031,100 + $2,364,800
$3,395,900
2016
$32,450 (+46.4%)
$963,600 + $2,150,600
$3,114,200
2015
$22,165 (−0.2%)
$900,600 + $1,174,800
$2,075,400
2014
$22,203 (+0.7%)
$818,500 + $1,130,800
$1,949,300
2013
$22,048 (+2.2%)
$794,700 + $1,097,800
$1,892,500
2012
$21,575 (+5.7%)
$794,700 + $1,097,800
$1,892,500
2011
$20,406 (+3.0%)
$767,600 + $1,038,200
$1,805,800
2010
$19,810 (−10.9%)
$767,600 + $1,038,200
$1,805,800
2009
$22,237
$761,500 + $1,318,700
$2,080,200
*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
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
4,890
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
43086
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Dec 6, 2023 • Final
Residential electrical
Install a backup generator with underground conduit from the house. Install an automatic transfer switch and load center combination in the basement.
Electrical
Generator
Dec 5, 2023 • Final
Residential building
Install a generator in compliance with building codes and local zoning bylaws.
Generator
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: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Dining Area
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,738
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Brick
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate, Other
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hammond Street to Woodland Road to Laurel
UnparsedAddress: 42 Laurel Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,890
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Norfolk County
APN: 43086
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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