Perfectly located in Chestnut Hill’s coveted Putterham neighborhood, this classic hip-roof Colonial combines timeless architecture, beautiful natural light and exceptional convenience. Just moments to shops and restaurants. Inside oversized windows and high ceilings fill the home with natural light. Four well-proportioned bedrooms and hardwood floors throughout. Primary bedroom with an en-suite bath. Central air. The elegant front-to-back living room with fireplace offers a welcoming space for gathering. Formal dining room with picture window and graceful arched entryways adds classic character, while a sun-filled first-floor family room opens directly to the fenced backyard for easy indoor-outdoor living. The eat-in kitchen connects to the deck perfect for summer BBQ’s. Finished walk out lower level leads directly to backyard. Walk to Baker school (K-8)
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
8,420 sq ftLot Size
$673Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Christine Norcross and Partners• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Listed by Cyndi Koss• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Est. $5,367 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 55 Bellingham Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73476833
May 29, 2026
Sold
$1,690,000
$673/sq ft
Apr 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 26, 2026
Price Changed
$1,689,900
$673/sq ft
Feb 12, 2026
Listed
$1,750,000
$697/sq ft
MLS PIN #71333821
Jun 22, 2012
Sold
$816,000
$325/sq ft
Feb 7, 2012
Contingent
—
Feb 2, 2012
Listed
$799,000
$318/sq ft
+2
Lovingly maintained and updated four bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Garrison Colonial on beautiful tree lined street. Handsome cherry and granite eat-in kitchen with direct access to deck. Large first floor family room leads to beautifully landscaped yard. High ceilings. Oversized picture windows in dining and living rooms. Central AC, Garage converted to exercise room. Taxes reflect residential exemption. Close to public transportation, library, shops and restaurants at Putterham.
Public Records
Aug 29, 2008
Sold
$797,000
$317/sq ft
MLS PIN #70771781
Aug 30, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Aug 29, 2008
Sold
$797,000
$317/sq ft
Aug 14, 2008
Contingent
—
Aug 8, 2008
Relisted
—
Aug 7, 2008
Contingent
—
Jul 28, 2008
Price Changed
$799,000
$318/sq ft
Jul 7, 2008
Price Changed
$829,900
$331/sq ft
Jun 3, 2008
Listed
$849,000
$338/sq ft
Absolutely the best value in Brookline! Gracious 4 brdrm 2.5 bath home on a lovely tree lined street of more expensive homes. Move in condition, gourmet kithen, wainscoted dining room, updated baths, hrdw floors, open floor plan, 1st floor family rm, working fp in living room, deck, central air throughout. Sunfilled. Additional finished lower level with new carpet and fireplace. A wonderfully convenient location to shops, public transportation, school and Brookline Golf Course.
MLS PIN #70369308
Jun 28, 2006
Sold
$782,500
$312/sq ft
May 12, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Apr 18, 2006
Listed
$799,000
$318/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1987
Sold
$307,000
$122/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,983 (+2.7%)
$553,500 + $748,700
$1,302,200
2022
$12,639 (+8.1%)
$527,200 + $713,100
$1,240,300
2021
$11,687 (+8.8%)
$506,900 + $685,700
$1,192,600
2020
$10,741 (+5.9%)
$460,700 + $675,900
$1,136,600
2019
$10,143 (−0.2%)
$438,800 + $643,700
$1,082,500
2018
$10,164 (+1.5%)
$438,800 + $635,600
$1,074,400
2017
$10,014 (+1.4%)
$414,000 + $599,600
$1,013,600
2016
$9,871 (+4.4%)
$386,900 + $560,400
$947,300
2015
$9,455 (−1.5%)
$361,600 + $523,700
$885,300
2014
$9,598 (+0.7%)
$328,800 + $513,900
$842,700
2013
$9,532 (+3.0%)
$319,200 + $499,000
$818,200
2012
$9,253 (+2.4%)
$319,200 + $492,500
$811,700
2011
$9,034 (+3.0%)
$315,400 + $484,100
$799,500
2010
$8,771 (+3.5%)
$315,400 + $484,100
$799,500
2009
$8,475
$315,400 + $477,400
$792,800
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
2,206
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
42052
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 24, 2026.
Dec 26, 2013 • Active
Residential plumbing
Replace a dishwasher and perform related plumbing work.
Plumbing
May 23, 2013 • Active
Residential gas
Install a gas conversion burner.
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.
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Baker School
Location Information
Directions: Grove St or South St to Bellingham Road
UnparsedAddress: 55 Bellingham Rd, Brookline MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,206
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Norfolk County
APN: 42052
Home facts updated by county records on Mar 24, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
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 • 2.3mi
8/10
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