On the market for the first time in over 65 years, this is a fabulous opportunity to own and restore a sprawling stucco colonial in the heart of prestigious Fisher Hill. Built in 1920, this prominently sited 5 bedroom 4,256 square foot residence is perched on a 12,970 square foot lot and boasts original architectural details from a bygone era. Two floors of large scale primary rooms, a substantial basement which offers an opportunity for expansion and a detached garage with additional bonus space above allow for many possibilites. Mature plantings in the rear grounds complete this offering. Minutes from Runkle School, Washington Square, Cleveland Circle, two "T" lines and Waldstein Park, 278 Clinton Road offers the best of city and suburban living. This home has great bones and details and awaits your renovation. Being sold as-is.
Sold for $2,400,000
$2,400,000
278 Clinton Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
5beds
4,256sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.3 Acres Lot
$2,437,400 Zestimate®
$564/sqft
$7,567 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,437,400
$2.24M - $2.66M
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 17, 2025 at 02:16pm
Listed by:
Claire McClintock 207-504-0099,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline 617-731-2447,
Jayne Friedberg 617-899-2111
Bought with:
Jayne Friedberg
Coldwell Banker Realty - New England Home Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73256450
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 16 x 13.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 237.88
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 14.42
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 218.63
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 13.25
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 212
- Dimensions: 16 x 13.25
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 210.13
- Dimensions: 20.5 x 10.25
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 327.25
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 19.83
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 238.04
- Dimensions: 16.42 x 14.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 380
- Dimensions: 16 x 23.75
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Sun Room, Sitting Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,256
- Total interior livable area: 4,256 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: B:240 L:0005 S:0000,38628
- Zoning: S10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Brookline
- Subdivision: Fisher Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/17/2025 | Sold | $2,400,000-19.9%$564/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73256450 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$704/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73256450 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,686 +5% | $2,703,700 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $25,414 +14.7% | $2,601,200 +17.1% |
| 2023 | $22,155 +2.7% | $2,222,200 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fisher Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John D Runkle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Runkle
- Middle: Runkle
- High: Brookline High
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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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Brookline
- 02445
- Fisher Hill
- 278 Clinton Rd