Set high atop Aspinwall Hill in close proximity to Washington Square and Brookline Village, this incredible Shingle-style carriage house offers a remarkable confluence of breathtaking historical character and effortless contemporary cool. Designed by prominent Boston architects Hartwell and Richardson in 1888 and spanning over 6300 sf of interior living space, this property preserves striking original architectural features, from original double doors used for horse drawn carriages to a turreted top level living area featuring soaring cathedral ceilings, restored beams, skylights, and sweeping vistas of the lushly landscaped 0.58 acre lot. Modern touches also abound, from the stone-capped kitchen island in the upper-level entertaining space to the two-story fireplace in the voluminous open-plan downstairs living area. An entertainer’s paradise, this property offers two equally stunning living, dining and kitchen spaces, plus a wonderful newly refinished auxiliary lounge on the lower level. In addition to five generous bedrooms and three and a half full baths, the house also offers a brilliant built-in office or library, a second office / workspace in a repurposed carriage stall, and a versatile workshop or art studio. The one-of-a-kind “jockey walk” art gallery off the main foyer offers an inspiring spot to showcase an art collection. The house offers exceptional indoor-outdoor connections including a luminous family room or sun room off the garden, two generous decks, multiple balconies, a stone patio, and an expansive backyard with mature plantings. A graceful circular driveway and two garage bays offer plenty of parking for a crowd. Numerous recent updates, including five-zone 2023 HVAC, five new skylights, many new light fixtures; and new recessed lights, sheet rock and new or newly refinished wood floors in all the bedrooms. Exceptionally well located on a private way yet easily accessible to premier shopping, dining, multiple Green Line stops, downtown Boston, the Longwood Medical area, and renowned public and private schools. This thrilling property is like nothing you’ve ever seen---a serene oasis nestled in one of Brookline's most desirable locations with the best of city living at your doorstep. An incredible opportunity.
For sale
$4,250,000
120 Rawson Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
5beds
6,313sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
0.58 Acres Lot
$4,138,000 Zestimate®
$673/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-story fireplaceFive new skylightsStriking original architectural featuresStone patioTwo garage baysRestored beamsFive generous bedrooms
- 17 days
- 2,141
- 237
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elisabeth Preis 617-997-1694,
Compass 617-752-6845
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73590255
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Third
- Area: 430.5
- Dimensions: 21 x 20.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 348
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 24
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 206.25
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 16.5
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 676
- Dimensions: 26 x 26
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 676
- Dimensions: 26 x 26
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Flooring - Wood, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, First Floor
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendant, Gallery, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Den, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,313
- Total interior livable area: 6,313 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,995
- Finished area below ground: 318
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Features: Easements, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 37507
- Zoning: SC10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $673/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,995,600
- Annual tax amount: $40,915
- Date on market: 10/13/2026
Estimated market value
$4,138,000
$3.93M - $4.34M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000-11.5%$673/sqft |
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| 6/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/20/2024 | Price change | $9,500-5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/16/2024 | Price change | $10,000-28.6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/27/2024 | Listed for rent | $14,000$2/sqft |
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| 5/9/2023 | Listing removed | $4,800,000$760/sqft |
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| 9/6/2022 | Price change | $4,800,000-9.4%$760/sqft |
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| 5/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $5,298,000-15.2%$839/sqft |
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| 6/16/2019 | Listing removed | $6,250,000$990/sqft |
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| 1/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $6,250,000+604.2%$990/sqft |
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| 8/1/1994 | Sold | $887,500+26.8%$141/sqft |
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| 8/5/1991 | Sold | $700,000$111/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,533 +4.8% | $3,904,100 +3.8% |
| 2024 | $36,757 +10.8% | $3,762,200 +13% |
| 2023 | $33,183 +2.7% | $3,328,300 +5% |
| 2022 | $32,299 +8.1% | $3,169,700 +4% |
| 2021 | $29,868 +8.8% | $3,047,800 +5% |
| 2020 | $27,441 +5.9% | $2,903,800 +5% |
| 2019 | $25,913 +8.2% | $2,765,500 +9.2% |
| 2018 | $23,957 +1.5% | $2,532,500 +6% |
| 2017 | $23,605 +1.5% | $2,389,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $23,267 +3.8% | $2,232,900 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $22,405 -0.8% | $2,097,800 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $22,592 +0.7% | $1,983,500 +3% |
| 2013 | $22,434 -10.7% | $1,925,700 -12.6% |
| 2012 | $25,130 +5.4% | $2,204,400 +4.5% |
| 2011 | $23,837 +3% | $2,109,500 |
| 2010 | $23,141 +2.6% | $2,109,500 +0% |
| 2009 | $22,549 +15.8% | $2,109,400 +10.3% |
| 2008 | $19,465 -16.8% | $1,912,100 -20.5% |
| 2007 | $23,406 +1.7% | $2,405,600 -0.2% |
| 2006 | $23,016 +5.5% | $2,410,000 +13% |
| 2005 | $21,809 +3% | $2,131,900 +7% |
| 2004 | $21,179 +4.3% | $1,992,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $20,305 +11.8% | $1,811,300 +28.7% |
| 2002 | $18,162 +9.5% | $1,407,900 +43.5% |
| 1999 | $16,585 | $980,800 |
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Neighborhood: Aspinwall Hill
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Runkle
- Middle: Runkle
- High: Brookline High School
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







