The home of a noted interior designer, this exquisite residence recently underwent a masterful redesign, renovation and expansion, transforming this timeless classic into a sophisticated home for modern living, meeting the highest standards of new construction. Featured in “New England Home” magazine, the 5-bedroom residence offers fresh and airy interiors grounded by rich hardwood floors. An elegant fireplace anchors the living room, opening to a screened porch and terrace on beautifully lush grounds bordering protected woodlands. Ideal for entertaining, the chef’s kitchen has a butler’s pantry/catering area off the dining room. A south-facing window wall brightens the great room. Theater room, family room, office. Luxurious master suite features 2 walk-in closets and spa-like bath. Four more bedrooms with adjoining baths include separate suite with sitting room. Only 5± miles from Boston’s Back Bay, the desirable location has Chestnut Hill’s finest shopping and dining close at hand.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$775Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by George Ballantyne• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Property is in great condition and has a back up generator, separately metered watering system,Wine Cellar, Screened Porch,Exquisite Gold Medal All Year Gardens with fish pool and fountain. Possible attic expansion.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$40,033 (+2.7%)
$1,737,200 + $2,278,100
$4,015,300
2022
$38,967 (+8.1%)
$1,654,400 + $2,169,600
$3,824,000
2021
$36,034 (+8.9%)
$1,590,800 + $2,086,100
$3,676,900
2020
$33,102 (+5.9%)
$1,446,200 + $2,056,700
$3,502,900
2019
$31,259 (+0.2%)
$1,377,300 + $1,958,800
$3,336,100
2018
$31,200 (+1.3%)
$1,430,900 + $1,867,200
$3,298,100
2017
$30,814 (+1.5%)
$1,350,100 + $1,768,700
$3,118,800
2016
$30,372 (+22.4%)
$1,261,700 + $1,653,100
$2,914,800
2015
$24,812 (+0.4%)
$1,179,200 + $1,144,000
$2,323,200
2014
$24,717 (+0.7%)
$1,071,800 + $1,098,300
$2,170,100
2013
$24,545 (+2.2%)
$1,040,600 + $1,066,300
$2,106,900
2012
$24,019 (+5.6%)
$1,040,600 + $1,066,300
$2,106,900
2011
$22,740 (+3.0%)
$975,500 + $1,036,900
$2,012,400
2010
$22,076 (+2.7%)
$975,500 + $1,036,900
$2,012,400
2009
$21,495
$973,900 + $1,036,900
$2,010,800
Tax history for 45 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$40,033 (+2.7%)
$1,737,200 + $2,278,100
$4,015,300
2022
$38,967 (+8.1%)
$1,654,400 + $2,169,600
$3,824,000
2021
$36,034 (+8.9%)
$1,590,800 + $2,086,100
$3,676,900
2020
$33,102 (+5.9%)
$1,446,200 + $2,056,700
$3,502,900
2019
$31,259 (+0.2%)
$1,377,300 + $1,958,800
$3,336,100
2018
$31,200 (+1.3%)
$1,430,900 + $1,867,200
$3,298,100
2017
$30,814 (+1.5%)
$1,350,100 + $1,768,700
$3,118,800
2016
$30,372 (+22.4%)
$1,261,700 + $1,653,100
$2,914,800
2015
$24,812 (+0.4%)
$1,179,200 + $1,144,000
$2,323,200
2014
$24,717 (+0.7%)
$1,071,800 + $1,098,300
$2,170,100
2013
$24,545 (+2.2%)
$1,040,600 + $1,066,300
$2,106,900
2012
$24,019 (+5.6%)
$1,040,600 + $1,066,300
$2,106,900
2011
$22,740 (+3.0%)
$975,500 + $1,036,900
$2,012,400
2010
$22,076 (+2.7%)
$975,500 + $1,036,900
$2,012,400
2009
$21,495
$973,900 + $1,036,900
$2,010,800
*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
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
5,464
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
43097
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Jan 7, 2026 • Active
Residential electrical
Electrical
HVAC
Jul 21, 2022 • Active
Residential electrical
Install electrical wiring for a ductless air conditioning and heating system.
Electrical
HVAC
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hammond to Cedar to Laurel or Woodland to Laurel
UnparsedAddress: 45 Laurel Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,464
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1964
County: Norfolk County
APN: 43097
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Light Fixture In Front Hall & Light Fixtures In Kitchen.
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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