Beautifully restored 1900s French-style residence on an acre of land in Brookline’s coveted Fisher Hill. Over 6,000 sq ft of living space featuring 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Inviting foyer with fireplace & custom bookshelves, an impressive great room with 15’ ceilings & fireplace, an elegant living room with period details including a fireplace, and a dining room with French doors to a stone terrace. House features a chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances and two spacious first-floor primary suites offering serene terrace views. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. There is also a fifth bedroom with a private entrance, perfect for au pair or in-law. Four fireplaces, stone terraces, sweeping lawns, and lush landscaping complete this exceptional property, close to Brookline Reservoir, Chestnut Hill shops, Green Line public transportation, major highways & Boston.
Sold for $3,875,000
$3,875,000
540 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
5beds
6,419sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1.03 Acres Lot
$3,889,400 Zestimate®
$604/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$3,889,400
$3.69M - $4.08M
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Stone terracesFour fireplacesLush landscapingSweeping lawns
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Listed by:
The Duffy Group 617-953-4646,
Compass 617-752-6845
Bought with:
Hanneman + Gonzales
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73504708
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Dressing Room
- Level: First
- Area: 386.08
- Dimensions: 25.4 x 15.2
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 596
- Dimensions: 29.8 x 20
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 201.6
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
- Level: Second
- Area: 175.56
- Dimensions: 13.3 x 13.2
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 147.46
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 10.1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cabinets - Upgraded
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 196.08
- Dimensions: 17.2 x 11.4
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 642.36
- Dimensions: 30.3 x 21.2
Kitchen
- Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 205.4
- Dimensions: 26 x 7.9
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Chair Rail
- Level: First
- Area: 357
- Dimensions: 23.8 x 15
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 149.16
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 11.3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,419
- Total interior livable area: 6,419 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,419
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 1.03 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 38925
- Zoning: S25
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $604/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,067,200
- Annual tax amount: $59,883
- Date on market: 6/14/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Sold | $3,875,000-8.8%$604/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504708 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2026 | Pending sale | $4,250,000$662/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504708 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000-15%$662/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504708 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000,000$779/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73443227 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,000,000+80.2%$779/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73443227 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2013 | Sold | $2,775,000-7.5%$432/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2012 | Listing removed | $2,999,000$467/sqft |
Source: HAMMOND RESIDENTIAL R. E. #71447321 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000+138%$467/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential R. E. #71447321 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/1999 | Sold | $1,260,000+51.8%$196/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/1997 | Sold | $830,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/1995 | Sold | $830,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,883 +4.9% | $6,067,200 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $57,077 +19% | $5,842,100 +21.4% |
| 2023 | $47,966 +4% | $4,811,000 +6.3% |
| 2022 | $46,102 +8.6% | $4,524,200 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $42,460 +9.3% | $4,332,700 +5.4% |
| 2020 | $38,842 +5.9% | $4,110,300 +5% |
| 2019 | $36,680 +1.7% | $3,914,600 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $36,073 +1.5% | $3,813,200 +6% |
| 2017 | $35,542 +3% | $3,597,400 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $34,515 +4.4% | $3,312,400 +7% |
| 2015 | $33,059 -3.5% | $3,095,400 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $34,257 +0.7% | $3,007,600 +3% |
| 2013 | $34,018 +2.2% | $2,920,000 |
| 2012 | $33,288 +11% | $2,920,000 +10.1% |
| 2011 | $29,980 +3% | $2,653,100 |
| 2010 | $29,105 +12.6% | $2,653,100 +9.7% |
| 2009 | $25,857 +8.5% | $2,418,800 +3.3% |
| 2008 | $23,825 +0.4% | $2,340,400 -4% |
| 2007 | $23,721 +1.9% | $2,437,900 +0% |
| 2006 | $23,279 +10% | $2,437,600 +17.9% |
| 2005 | $21,154 +3% | $2,067,800 +7% |
| 2004 | $20,542 +4.3% | $1,932,500 +10% |
| 2003 | $19,694 +2% | $1,756,800 +17.4% |
| 2002 | $19,306 +19% | $1,496,600 +55.9% |
| 1999 | $16,229 | $959,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fisher Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John D Runkle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Runkle
- High: Brookline High School
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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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Brookline
- 02445
- Fisher Hill
- 540 Chestnut Hill Ave
