Situated on a flat, professionally landscaped and completely fenced-in and gated corner lot, this majestic, all-brick South Brookline estate offers privacy, open concept living and an abundance of parking and space. In addition to the two-car garage, another five cars fit in the flat, paved new asphalt driveway. Bathed in sunlight, the renovated Colonial features 4 beds, 2.5 baths, gas heat, central A/C, hardwood floors, recessed lights, crown molding and custom designed marble fireplace. The spacious master bedroom fits a king-sized bed, with an ensuite bath and two large closets. The fourth bedroom, adjacent to the primary living area, comes with an exterior entrance, making it ideal for au-pair, in-law or guests. The modern kitchen is highlighted by a granite island, two-year old stainless steel appliances and gas range. The semi-finished basement offers a bar area, fireplace and extra storage including a cedar closet. Close to shopping, schools, restaurants, hospitals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
9,985 sq ftLot Size
$764Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Georgia Balafas• Compass
Bought with Michele Friedler Team• Hammond Residential Real Estate
5 Grassmere is a classic brick Brookline estate that blends a mix of high-end updates with traditional architecture. It sits on a lush, beautifully landscaped corner lot that just under 10,000 square feet in size. This 3 bedroom, 2290 square-foot colonial features a gorgeous gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, a Wolf range, and granite counter-tops. The 2.5 bathrooms have all been exquisitely renovated. The master suite, with a private bath, is a luxurious space perfect for relaxing. Other valuable upgrades include a newer gas heating system and a newer architectural shingle roof. There’s also a two car garage and semi-finished basement (not included in previously mentioned square footage). Combine these features with an ideal location and you have an elegant property ready to suit the needs of today’s discerning buyer at a great price point for Brookline.
Public Records
Sep 28, 1990
Sold
$35,500
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,823 (+2.7%)
$589,600 + $696,600
$1,286,200
2022
$12,482 (+8.1%)
$561,500 + $663,400
$1,224,900
2021
$11,542 (+9.0%)
$539,900 + $637,900
$1,177,800
2020
$10,588 (+5.9%)
$490,800 + $629,600
$1,120,400
2019
$9,998 (−0.3%)
$467,400 + $599,600
$1,067,000
2018
$10,029 (+18.5%)
$467,500 + $592,700
$1,060,200
2017
$8,461 (+1.5%)
$441,000 + $415,400
$856,400
2016
$8,340 (+4.4%)
$412,200 + $388,200
$800,400
2015
$7,989 (+0.5%)
$385,200 + $362,800
$748,000
2014
$7,951 (+0.7%)
$350,200 + $347,900
$698,100
2013
$7,896 (+2.2%)
$340,000 + $337,800
$677,800
2012
$7,727 (+1.7%)
$340,000 + $337,800
$677,800
2011
$7,597 (+3.0%)
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
2010
$7,375 (+2.6%)
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
2009
$7,187
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
Tax history for 5 Grassmere
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,823 (+2.7%)
$589,600 + $696,600
$1,286,200
2022
$12,482 (+8.1%)
$561,500 + $663,400
$1,224,900
2021
$11,542 (+9.0%)
$539,900 + $637,900
$1,177,800
2020
$10,588 (+5.9%)
$490,800 + $629,600
$1,120,400
2019
$9,998 (−0.3%)
$467,400 + $599,600
$1,067,000
2018
$10,029 (+18.5%)
$467,500 + $592,700
$1,060,200
2017
$8,461 (+1.5%)
$441,000 + $415,400
$856,400
2016
$8,340 (+4.4%)
$412,200 + $388,200
$800,400
2015
$7,989 (+0.5%)
$385,200 + $362,800
$748,000
2014
$7,951 (+0.7%)
$350,200 + $347,900
$698,100
2013
$7,896 (+2.2%)
$340,000 + $337,800
$677,800
2012
$7,727 (+1.7%)
$340,000 + $337,800
$677,800
2011
$7,597 (+3.0%)
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
2010
$7,375 (+2.6%)
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
2009
$7,187
$340,000 + $332,300
$672,300
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,891
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42445
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Nov 19, 2018 • Active
Residential building
Remove and replace the existing driveway in the same size and location.
Grading
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 Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,997.79
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: South St > Grassmere Road Brookline/Chestnut Hill
UnparsedAddress: 5 Grassmere, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,891
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42445
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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