Beautiful center entrance Colonial on spectacular 13,486sf lot atop Aspinwall Hill, opposite Schick Park – a truly magical settling in heart of Brookline. Lovely front-to-back living room w/FP and access to screened-in porch, just perfect this time of year. So is the front patio! The updated kitchen w/ ss appliances, granite counters & shaker cabinets shines with its sunny breakfast nook addition! Upstairs are sizable family BRs, updated bath, & 2 options for primary BR including a lofty exposed-beam 3rd floor w/ ensuite and office – think Vermont ski home! Lower level has a mudroom, WIC, bonus room + potential to finished add’l space. Marvin windows, modern mechanicals & solid history of upgrades. And the land! Expansive yard, lovely gardens and a Copper Beach tree that really steals the show. SC-7 zoning allows many options for future use. Walk to parks, schools, T, shops & restaurants of Wash Sq / B Village and explore the foot-paths around the hill. A sweet home in idyllic setting!
Sold for $3,050,000 on 06/16/23
$3,050,000
78 Addington Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
4beds
2,789sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.31 Acres Lot
$3,262,200 Zestimate®
$1,094/sqft
$6,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,262,200
$3.03M - $3.52M
$6,562/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 16, 2023 at 12:47pm
Listed by:
The Gillach Group 617-935-9290,
William Raveis R. E. & Home Services 617-731-7737
Bought with:
Matt Palmer
Summit Residential
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73106151
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 13 x 22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 12
- Dimensions: 6 x 2
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 12 x 23
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 7 x 12
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Office, Mud Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,789
- Total interior livable area: 2,789 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: B:219 L:0024 S:0000,37347
- Zoning: SC7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Brookline
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2023 | Sold | $3,050,000+22%$1,094/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73106151 | ||
| 5/9/2023 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$896/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73106151 | ||
| 5/9/2023 | Contingent | $2,500,000$896/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73106151 | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$896/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73106151 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,804 +5.7% | $2,411,800 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $22,514 +11.3% | $2,304,400 +13.6% |
| 2023 | $20,220 +2.7% | $2,028,100 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Aspinwall Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10John D Runkle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: 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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