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About this home
There are exceptional homes, and then there are properties conceived on an entirely different scale. 55 Singletree is the latter. Perched atop a secluded hill on more than two private acres in Brookline, adjacent to the reservoir, this extraordinary estate offers a rare sense of privacy and tranquility just minutes from Boston. Its elevated position and naturally sheltered setting create remarkable seclusion, with no neighboring homes overlooking the pool or private outdoor spaces. Years of vision, craftsmanship, and investment have been brought to life through an extensive two-phase construction project by Thoughtforms, one of New England’s most respected custom home builders. The result is not simply a residence, but a world unto itself—an estate with the scale and experience of a private resort. The property's commanding elevation captures views toward the Boston skyline, culminating at a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Across the grounds, architecture and landscape have been conceived as one experience. Water features introduce movement and serenity, expansive outdoor spaces invite both gathering and escape, and a private tennis and sports court creates a level of recreation rarely found so close to the city. Inside, monumental scale meets intimate refinement, with exceptional materials, custom craftsmanship, and thoughtfully designed spaces equally suited for grand entertaining and everyday family life. An estate of this scale, caliber, and extraordinary privacy would be exceptionally difficult to replicate today. 55 Singletree represents a singular opportunity: a secluded residential sanctuary offering remarkable sophistication, recreation, and proximity to Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
2.06 acresLot Size
$1,777Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Sarkis Team• Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team
Listed by Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team
Woodland Heath, located between Chestnut Hill and Brookline Village, is a residential and leafy Brookline neighborhood with winding side streets and a park-lined edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Cleveland Circle rotary, where coffee counters, small restaurants, and everyday storefronts meet the Green Line’s steady rhythm. Classic brick apartment houses and well-kept multifamily homes mix with pockets of single-family streets, giving the blocks a composed, lived-in feel. The Emerald Necklace’s paths and water views shape daily routines near Leverett Pond. The Coolidge Corner Theatre and Brookline Booksmith anchor nearby cultural habits, while The Abbey keeps the local dining scene grounded.
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Market insights
55 Singletree Rd · $34,000,000
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$34,000,000
Median sale price in this area is $780,137. (98% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Full, finished basement
Five fireplaces
Insulated doors
French doors
Insulated windows
Sauna, steam room, or hot tub
Wet bar
Wired for sound
Elevator
Accessible entrance
Bathrooms
10 full bathrooms
6 half bathrooms
Primary bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Oven
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Wine refrigerator
Range hood
Instant hot water
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Deck
Roof deck
Covered deck
Patio
Covered patio
Balcony
Heated inground pool
Private spa
Cabana
Tennis court
Rain gutters
Storage
Professional landscaping
Sprinkler system
Decorative lighting
Garden
Guest house
Stone wall
City views
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached, oversized, heated garage with workshop
Garage faces side
4 garage spaces
4 open parking spaces
Off-street parking
Driveway
Security
Security system
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Rubber roof
Renovated since construction
Utilities
Public sewer
Public and private water
Generator
HOA & community
Near public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, golf, medical facilities, bike paths, conservation areas, highway access, houses of worship, schools, a T station, and a university
Electricity and solar
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LOCATION, PRIVACY, BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF BOSTON!!! 13 ROOM FEDERALIST COLONIAL ON OVER AN ACRE OF GORGEOUS GROUNDS WITH TENNIS COURT. FAB ENTRTNING SPACES, KITCH/FAM RM, FRNCH DRS, AUPAIR SUITE, 3 CAR GAR, AND MUCH MORE!
Public Records
Apr 30, 1993
Sold
$1,050,000
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$173,766 (+2.7%)
$4,519,900 + $12,909,000
$17,428,900
2022
$169,143 (+8.1%)
$4,304,600 + $12,294,300
$16,598,900
2021
$156,412 (+7.2%)
$4,139,000 + $11,821,400
$15,960,400
2020
$145,947 (+5.9%)
$3,762,700 + $11,681,400
$15,444,100
2019
$137,820 (+0.2%)
$3,583,500 + $11,125,100
$14,708,600
2018
$137,493 (+1.5%)
$3,435,200 + $11,098,900
$14,534,100
2017
$135,469 (+1.9%)
$3,240,800 + $10,470,600
$13,711,400
2016
$132,984 (+14.1%)
$3,028,700 + $9,733,700
$12,762,400
2015
$116,564 (+6.0%)
$2,830,600 + $8,083,600
$10,914,200
2014
$109,924 (+13.6%)
$2,570,000 + $7,080,900
$9,650,900
2013
$96,758 (+31.6%)
$1,461,600 + $6,843,800
$8,305,400
2012
$73,497 (+27.1%)
$1,461,600 + $4,985,500
$6,447,100
2011
$57,825 (+3.0%)
$1,357,100 + $3,760,200
$5,117,300
2010
$56,137 (+2.6%)
$1,357,100 + $3,760,200
$5,117,300
2009
$54,704
$1,357,100 + $3,760,200
$5,117,300
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
11.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.06 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Finished Sq. Ft.
16,708
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
16,708
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
43501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Apr 23, 2024 • Active
Residential building
Perform an interior renovation of a bedroom and bathroom. Work includes minor demolition of finishes, plaster patching, painting, and installing new lighting in the bedroom. Bathroom work involves converting a shower into a tub, installing a new vanity, flooring, and wall tile, and building a non-structural wall to infill a doorway.
Bathroom
Plumbing
Remodel
Apr 18, 2024 • Active
Residential electrical
Remove existing electrical outlets and replace light fixtures. Install a new chandelier and recessed lighting. Rewire the lighting control system.
Electrical
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