This beautiful antique colonial was built in 1860 on the edge of Fisher Hill and boasts a 1/3 acre lot with 3836 square feet of living area. The property has a spacious banquet-sized living room with tall windows and a wet bar,opening to a large stone patio in the backyard. The 18-seat dining room features a fireplace and is connected to a large kitchen with a butler's pantry, two dishwashers, and plenty of counter and cabinet space. The second floor is home to a private master suite with a generous-sized bedroom, his & her dressing rooms, a large sitting area, and a renovated 4-piece bath with a large shower stall and soaking tub, built-in cabinets, and a laundry chute. There are two more bedrooms with 1 1/2 baths on the main level, and two more bedrooms, an office, and a full bath on the second floor. The top floor features a magnificent library with built-in shelving. The property is just a short walk away from public transportation and major highways.
Sold for $2,656,000
$2,656,000
605 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
5beds
3,836sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.35 Acres Lot
$3,070,500 Zestimate®
$692/sqft
$7,867 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,070,500
$2.86M - $3.35M
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Private master suiteLarge kitchenCabinet spaceLarge sitting areaSoaking tubBuilt-in cabinetsGenerous-sized bedroom
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Listed by:
Giti Saeidian 617-966-9823,
Giti - RE 617-966-9823
Bought with:
Burbs to Boston
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73109257
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, French Doors, Attic Access, Cable Hookup, Dressing Room, High Speed Internet Hookup, Laundry Chute, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double, Pocket Door, Window Seat
- Level: Second
- Area: 512
- Dimensions: 32 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Handicap Accessible, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Laundry Chute, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Second
- Area: 66
- Dimensions: 6 x 11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Handicap Accessible, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Sunken
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 459
- Dimensions: 27 x 17
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), 3 or More
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Laundry Chute, Walk-in Storage, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Closet - Double, Pantry, Office, 1/4 Bath, Library, Foyer, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Laundry Chute, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Picture
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,836
- Total interior livable area: 3,836 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable
- Parcel number: 39185
- Zoning: S15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Post & Beam
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Remodeled
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $692/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,038,800
- Annual tax amount: $17,239
- Date on market: 12/8/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Desk In The Top Floor Library And 2 Speakers In The Master Bedroom Sitting Area.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2023 | Sold | $2,656,000-8.3%$692/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73109257 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2023 | Contingent | $2,895,000$755/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73109257 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000+151.7%$755/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73109257 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2007 | Sold | $1,150,000+117%$300/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2000 | Sold | $530,000$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,301 +4.2% | $2,259,500 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $21,409 +5.3% | $2,191,300 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $20,327 +1.6% | $2,038,800 +3.8% |
| 2022 | $20,009 +8.1% | $1,963,600 +4% |
| 2021 | $18,503 +8.3% | $1,888,100 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $17,081 +5.9% | $1,807,500 +5% |
| 2019 | $16,130 +3.4% | $1,721,400 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $15,602 +1.5% | $1,649,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $15,374 +1.5% | $1,556,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $15,154 +4.4% | $1,454,300 +7% |
| 2015 | $14,513 -4.5% | $1,358,900 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $15,191 +0.7% | $1,333,700 +3% |
| 2013 | $15,086 +2.2% | $1,294,900 |
| 2012 | $14,762 +3.9% | $1,294,900 +3% |
| 2011 | $14,203 +9.3% | $1,256,900 +6.1% |
| 2010 | $12,995 +19.8% | $1,184,600 +16.7% |
| 2009 | $10,848 +26.3% | $1,014,800 +20.3% |
| 2008 | $8,588 +0.5% | $843,600 -4% |
| 2007 | $8,549 +1.9% | $878,600 |
| 2006 | $8,391 +7.2% | $878,600 +14.8% |
| 2005 | $7,827 +3% | $765,100 +7% |
| 2004 | $7,602 +5.5% | $715,100 +11.2% |
| 2003 | $7,208 +31.1% | $643,000 +50.8% |
| 2002 | $5,499 +3.4% | $426,300 +35.5% |
| 1999 | $5,320 | $314,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02445
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Roland Hayes SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Heath
- Middle: Heath
- 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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