Sophisticated Pill Hill residence in a Romanesque puddingstone row house designed by Henry Ives Cobb c. 1887, blends beautiful period detail with discerning finish and design offering recessed windows with built-in shutters, five original tile fireplaces, and impeccable renovations. First floor features an elegant foyer, living room with custom bookshelves and bay window, dining room with French doors opening to original wrought-iron balcony with stairs to patio and fenced garden, and updated galley kitchen with granite countertops and glass tile backsplash. The second floor has a primary suite with double vanity bath, shower, fireplace, walk-in closet, and office. A library/bedroom with bay window completes this level. Third floor: two bedrooms, studio with skylight, and four-piece bath. Lower level: versatile living space with full bath, laundry/storage. Three parking spaces. Excellent location near parks, schools, “T”, Brookline Village, Longwood Medical Area, and Downtown Boston.
For sale
$2,995,000
236 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445
4beds
3,963sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
3,059 Square Feet Lot
$2,878,000 Zestimate®
$756/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Romanesque puddingstone row houseBeautiful period detailStudio with skylightImpeccable renovationsElegant foyerFive original tile fireplaces
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 02:08pm
Listed by:
Susan and Jen Rothstein Team 617-875-2088,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73482048
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Third
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding
- Level: Third
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Second
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 14 x 6
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 78
- Dimensions: 13 x 6
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
- Level: First
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 78
- Dimensions: 13 x 6
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Half, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Entrance Foyer, Home Office, Great Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,963
- Total interior livable area: 3,963 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,240
- Finished area below ground: 723
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,059 Square Feet
- Features: Easements
Details
- Parcel number: 40733
- Zoning: 0
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1887
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Pill Hill Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $756/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,264,300
- Annual tax amount: $19,747
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
- Exclusions: Nelson Pendant Lamp In Third Floor Bedroom/Office.
Estimated market value
$2,878,000
$2.73M - $3.02M
$5,529/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$756/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73482048 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$756/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73440607 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+467.2%$756/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73440607 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/1989 | Sold | $528,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,659 +4.7% | $2,295,700 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $21,645 +4.7% | $2,215,500 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $20,674 +2.7% | $2,073,600 +5% |
| 2022 | $20,124 +8.1% | $1,974,900 +4% |
| 2021 | $18,609 +8.2% | $1,898,900 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $17,203 +5.9% | $1,820,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $16,245 +6.1% | $1,733,700 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $15,307 +1.5% | $1,618,100 +6% |
| 2017 | $15,082 +1.5% | $1,526,500 +7% |
| 2016 | $14,865 +4.4% | $1,426,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $14,240 -2.2% | $1,333,300 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $14,560 +1.9% | $1,278,300 +4.2% |
| 2013 | $14,286 +2.2% | $1,226,300 |
| 2012 | $13,980 +16.1% | $1,226,300 +15.1% |
| 2011 | $12,041 +3% | $1,065,600 |
| 2010 | $11,690 +2.6% | $1,065,600 0% |
| 2009 | $11,394 +13.1% | $1,065,900 +7.7% |
| 2008 | $10,078 +0.4% | $990,000 -4% |
| 2007 | $10,034 +1.9% | $1,031,200 |
| 2006 | $9,848 +0% | $1,031,200 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $9,845 +1.7% | $962,400 +5.7% |
| 2004 | $9,682 +5.3% | $910,800 +11% |
| 2003 | $9,194 -14.3% | $820,200 -1.4% |
| 2002 | $10,728 +22.7% | $831,600 +60.9% |
| 1999 | $8,742 | $517,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$17,642/mo
Principal & interest
$15096
Property taxes
$2546
Climate risks
Neighborhood: High Street Hill
Getting around
67 / 100
Good TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10William H Lincoln SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln
- 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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