Location, location! Rare opportunity to own a detached single-family home in Brighton, directly next to Boston College and just a 3-minute walk to the MBTA Green Line B Branch “Boston College” stop. Set on a 5,655 sq ft lot, this 3-bedroom home offers approx. 1,659 sq ft of living space with exceptional renovation and investment potential. Features include spacious living and dining areas, 1 full bath, a full walkout basement with future possibilities, and private outdoor space for gardening or entertaining. Parking includes 2 off-street spaces, including 1 garage space, plus permit street parking. Convenient to Brighton Center, Brookline, Newton, Cambridge, parks, restaurants, shopping, major commuter routes, and downtown Boston. Property sold AS IS. Buyer to perform due diligence.
Pending
$950,000
98 Lake St, Brighton, MA 02135
3beds
1,659sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,655 Square Feet Lot
$983,000 Zestimate®
$573/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full walkout basement
- 58 days |
- 146 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Darin Thompson 617-819-5850,
Stuart St James, Inc. 617-819-5850
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73514623
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Steam, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,659
- Total interior livable area: 1,659 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,659
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 5,655 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: W:22 P:05578 S:000,1221248
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brighton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $573/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $893,500
- Annual tax amount: $10,347
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
$983,000
$885,000 - $1.08M
$3,779/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Pending sale | $950,000$573/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514623 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$573/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514623 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,347 +9% | $893,500 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $9,490 +5.6% | $870,600 +4% |
| 2023 | $8,989 +5.6% | $837,000 +7% |
| 2022 | $8,510 +3.4% | $782,200 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $8,230 +17.8% | $771,300 +16.5% |
| 2020 | $6,989 +8.2% | $661,800 +8% |
| 2019 | $6,457 +7.6% | $612,600 +7% |
| 2018 | $6,002 +503.1% | $572,700 |
| 2017 | $995 -83.3% | $572,700 +6% |
| 2016 | $5,942 -5.2% | $540,200 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $6,269 +9.2% | $517,700 +18.5% |
| 2013 | $5,742 -0.1% | $437,000 -0.8% |
| 2012 | $5,745 +2% | $440,600 |
| 2011 | $5,635 +6.6% | $440,600 -1% |
| 2010 | $5,288 +14.5% | $445,100 +2.4% |
| 2009 | $4,619 -7.9% | $434,500 -4.9% |
| 2008 | $5,014 -5.1% | $457,100 -4.9% |
| 2007 | $5,285 | $480,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Brighton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edison K-8Grades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Mary Lyon K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Lyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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