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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

    DateEventPrice
    12/23/2025Listing removed$4,500$3/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem
    11/15/2025Price change$4,500-8.2%$3/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem
    10/14/2025Price change$4,900-3.9%$4/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem
    9/30/2025Sold$1,020,000-2.4%$763/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73380523 Report a problem
    8/20/2025Listed for rent$5,100$4/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420038 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax 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
    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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