Sold for $1,020,000 on 09/30/25
$1,020,000
159 Payson Rd, Brookline, MA 02467
3beds
1,337sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
7,932 Square Feet Lot
$1,019,600 Zestimate®
$763/sqft
$4,652 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,019,600
$948,000 - $1.09M
$4,652/mo
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What's special
A rare opportunity to enjoy single-family living in a highly desirable Brookline neighborhood in the Baker district. This welcoming and classic 3 bed, 1 bath Garrison Colonial offers a bright and inviting layout. The 1st floor features hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, dining room adjoining the kitchen, and warm cozy den area that leads to a private screened-in porch perfect for al fresco dining. Upstairs is a spacious full bath, two generously sized bedrooms and flexible third bedroom, ideal as a nursery or home office. A 600 SF unfinished basement provides storage and laundry area. The expansive side yard and mature plantings offer beautiful green space. For parking, there is a driveway plus a small garage (which current owners used for storage). The property consists of 2 lots totaling 7,932 SF. This is an incredible location near the Chestnut Hill Mall/Street, Allandale Farm, various parks and library. About .5 miles to 51 bus to Orange Line; 1 mile to Needham commuter rail
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 30, 2025 at 12:33pm
Listed by:
Rita Lu 617-512-9821,
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,
Sean Higgins 603-748-0723
Bought with:
Chuck Silverston Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73380523
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,337
- Total interior livable area: 1,337 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,337
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened
Lot
- Size: 7,932 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 41932
- Zoning: S-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Garrison
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Location
- Region: Brookline
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2025 | Price change | $4,500-8.2%$3/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $4,900-3.9%$4/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $1,020,000-2.4%$763/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73380523 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,100$4/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,046 +5.3% | $1,017,800 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $9,544 +10.4% | $976,900 +12.7% |
| 2023 | $8,645 +2.7% | $867,100 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Baker SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Roland Hayes SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Baker/Buffer
- Middle: Baker/Buffer
- High: Bhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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