Luxury Living in Chestnut Hill, Brookline. Spacious 5-bedroom home designed for extended families, aging parents, or long-term guests. Four bedrooms feature private en suite bathrooms, offering comfort and privacy throughout. Two bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, while two upstairs bedrooms feature skylights filled with natural light. An additional lower-level bedroom creates flexible living options. Enjoy a warm family room with a fireplace, plus a finished lower level complete with a second fireplace, a kitchenette, and flexible space perfect for a family room, theater room, game room, or private guest retreat. Step outside to your private inground pool and enjoy peaceful surroundings near the renowned Brookline Golf Course. Complete with a 2-car garage and close proximity to Boston, medical centers, shopping, dining, and major routes, this home blends luxury, flexibility, convenience, and multigenerational living in the heart of Chestnut Hill.
For sale
$2,749,999
171 Shaw Rd, Brookline, MA 02467
5beds
4,585sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.37 Acres Lot
$2,649,700 Zestimate®
$600/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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- 1,403 |
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Listed by:
Melvin A. Vieira Jr. 617-283-6003,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center 617-536-3800
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73523918
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Family room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,585
- Total interior livable area: 4,585 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,144
- Finished area below ground: 1,441
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Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s), City
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: B:399 L:0065 S:0000,42718
- Zoning: S10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Remodeled
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $600/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,094,800
- Annual tax amount: $20,676
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,649,700
$2.52M - $2.78M
$7,872/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,749,999-1.7%$600/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73523918 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $2,798,000$610/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499888 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $2,798,000-3.5%$610/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499888 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2026 | Price change | $2,898,000-3.3%$632/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499888 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,998,000+9%$654/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499888 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Listing removed | $2,750,000$600/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73423130 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $2,750,000-5.1%$600/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73423130 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $2,898,000-3.4%$632/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73423130 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000+51.5%$654/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73423130 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,980,000$432/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73322708 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,980,000+16.5%$432/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73322708 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2024 | Sold | $1,700,000-20.9%$371/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73304435 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Contingent | $2,149,000$469/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73304435 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,149,000$469/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73304435 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,676 +3.6% | $2,094,800 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $19,957 +11.6% | $2,042,700 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $17,884 +2.7% | $1,793,800 +5% |
| 2022 | $17,409 +6.5% | $1,708,400 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $16,343 +10.3% | $1,667,700 +6.3% |
| 2020 | $14,822 +5.9% | $1,568,500 +5% |
| 2019 | $13,997 +5.8% | $1,493,800 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $13,232 0% | $1,398,700 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $13,234 +3.2% | $1,339,500 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $12,826 +4.4% | $1,230,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $12,286 +1.6% | $1,150,400 +8.4% |
| 2014 | $12,088 +0.7% | $1,061,300 +3% |
| 2013 | $12,004 +2.2% | $1,030,400 |
| 2012 | $11,747 +0.6% | $1,030,400 -0.3% |
| 2011 | $11,674 +3% | $1,033,100 |
| 2010 | $11,333 +2.6% | $1,033,100 |
| 2009 | $11,044 +9.7% | $1,033,100 +4.5% |
| 2008 | $10,063 +0.4% | $988,500 -4% |
| 2007 | $10,019 +1.9% | $1,029,700 0% |
| 2006 | $9,837 +0.4% | $1,030,000 +7.6% |
| 2005 | $9,793 +3% | $957,300 +7% |
| 2004 | $9,511 +4.3% | $894,700 +10% |
| 2003 | $9,118 -6.4% | $813,400 +7.8% |
| 2002 | $9,737 +15.3% | $754,800 +51.1% |
| 1999 | $8,448 | $499,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Baker SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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- Elementary: Bps
- Middle: Bps
- High: Bps
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