New Price! Located in the highly desirable South Brookline neighborhood, this beautifully updated 4 bedroom center-entrance Colonial offers peaceful, tree-lined surroundings with convenient access to downtown Boston, public transportation, shopping, and top schools. A generous foyer with 2 closets opens to a fireplaced living room with custom built-ins and a bright office/sunroom ideal for working from home. The chef's kitchen features quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, premium stainless appliances, and a large center island flowing into a spacious dining room. A half bath and mudroom complete the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and en-suite bath, plus 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The partially finished lower level offers a family room, gym, and large laundry area. Central AC, mellow hardwood floors, ample off street parking and large, lush backyard with deck and paver patio complete this exceptional home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1943Year Built
7,388 sq ftLot Size
$694Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Patsy Brennan• Vogt Realty Group, LLC
Listed by Maureen Hayes Rossi• Vogt Realty Group, LLC
Est. $5,518 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 87 Payson Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Greater Lansing AoR #73515030
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,670,000
$694/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,670,000
$694/sq ft
Jun 14, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2026
Contingent
—
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$1,729,000
$718/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$1,729,000
$718/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$1,759,000
$730/sq ft
New Price! Located in the highly desirable South Brookline neighborhood, this beautifully updated 4 bedroom center-entrance Colonial offers peaceful, tree-lined surroundings with convenient access to downtown Boston, public transportation, shopping, and top schools. A generous foyer with 2 closets opens to a fireplaced living room with custom built-ins and a bright office/sunroom ideal for working from home. The chef's kitchen features quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, premium stainless appliances, and a large center island flowing into a spacious dining room. A half bath and mudroom complete the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and en-suite bath, plus 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The partially finished lower level offers a family room, gym, and large laundry area. Central AC, mellow hardwood floors, ample off street parking and large, lush backyard with deck and paver patio complete this exceptional home!
Public Records
Aug 12, 2004
Sold
$679,000
$282/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 20, 1977
Sold
$57,500
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,131 (+2.7%)
$529,800 + $887,600
$1,417,400
2022
$13,755 (+8.1%)
$504,600 + $845,300
$1,349,900
2021
$12,720 (+8.3%)
$485,200 + $812,800
$1,298,000
2020
$11,740 (+45.5%)
$441,100 + $801,200
$1,242,300
2019
$8,069 (−0.3%)
$420,100 + $441,100
$861,200
2018
$8,090 (+1.5%)
$420,000 + $435,200
$855,200
2017
$7,972 (+1.5%)
$396,400 + $410,500
$806,900
2016
$7,858 (+4.4%)
$370,400 + $383,700
$754,100
2015
$7,527 (−1.2%)
$346,200 + $358,600
$704,800
2014
$7,619 (+0.7%)
$314,800 + $354,100
$668,900
2013
$7,566 (+2.2%)
$305,600 + $343,800
$649,400
2012
$7,403 (+2.8%)
$305,600 + $343,800
$649,400
2011
$7,199 (+3.0%)
$299,300 + $337,800
$637,100
2010
$6,989 (+2.6%)
$299,300 + $337,800
$637,100
2009
$6,811
$299,300 + $337,800
$637,100
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,163
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
41856
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Mar 28, 2011 • Active
Residential electrical
Install electrical wiring for a porch.
Electrical
Nov 3, 2010 • Active
Residential building
Enclose an existing side porch to create a new room.
Addition
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,163
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1943
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Norfolk County
APN: 41856
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
47/100 Car-Dependent29/100 Some transit29/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Baker School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Brookline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
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