159 Payson Rd

1,337 Sq. Ft.
$763 / Sq. Ft.
1,337
Sq. Ft.
$763
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare opportunity to enjoy single-family living in a highly desirable Brookline neighborhood in the Baker district. This welcoming and classic 3 bed, 1 bath Garrison Colonial offers a bright and inviting layout. The 1st floor features hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, dining room adjoining the kitchen, and warm cozy den area that leads to a private screened-in porch perfect for al fresco dining. Upstairs is a spacious full bath, two generously sized bedrooms and flexible third bedroom, ideal...A rare opportunity to enjoy single-family living in a highly desirable Brookline neighborhood in the Baker district. This welcoming and classic 3 bed, 1 bath Garrison Colonial offers a bright and inviting layout. The 1st floor features hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, dining room adjoining the kitchen, and warm cozy den area that leads to a private screened-in porch perfect for al fresco dining. Upstairs is a spacious full bath, two generously sized bedrooms and flexible third bedroom, ideal as a nursery or home office. A 600 SF unfinished basement provides storage and laundry area. The expansive side yard and mature plantings offer beautiful green space. For parking, there is a driveway plus a small garage (which current owners used for storage). The property consists of 2 lots totaling 7,932 SF. This is an incredible location near the Chestnut Hill Mall/Street, Allandale Farm, various parks and library. About .5 miles to 51 bus to Orange Line; 1 mile to Needham commuter rail
  1. Listed by Rita Lu • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
  2. Listed by Sean Higgins • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details for 159 Payson Road

Town
Brookline
MLS Area
Chestnut Hill
Area
MA-Brookline-Chestnut Hill, MA-Brookline
Architectural Style
Colonial, Garrison
Style
Colonial, Garrison
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 09/30/2025 03:33 PM

Property Details for 159 Payson Road

StatusSold
MLS #73380523
Days on Market79
Taxes$10,046 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1935
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Rita Lu; Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Sean Higgins

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Chuck Silverston Team

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Building Information for 159 Payson Road

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,932 SF

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$5,808 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,971

Property Taxes

$837

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 Payson Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Exchange or Trade
  • Living Area: 1337.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Baker/Buffer
  • High School: Bhs
  • Middle School: Baker/Buffer
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer
  • Basement Features: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Lots 58A and 58B on Land Court Plan 13863O. Buyers to do their own due diligence as to expansion possibilities. Oven is not working.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 41932
  • Assessments: $1,017,800
  • Block: 0028
  • Book: 99999
  • Lot: 0000
  • Map: 365
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: S-7
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 159 Payson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 30, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,020,000—
Aug 14, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73380523

—
Aug 12, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,045,000—
Aug 3, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73380523

—
May 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,100,000—
Apr 23, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72282281

$775,000—
Apr 17, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #621563738

$775,000—
Mar 4, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72282281

—
Mar 4, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72282281

—
Feb 15, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72282281

$769,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,020,000
08/14/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73380523

—
08/12/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,045,000
08/03/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73380523

—
05/27/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73380523

$1,100,000
04/23/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72282281

$775,000
04/17/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #621563738

$775,000
03/04/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72282281

—
03/04/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72282281

—
02/15/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72282281

$769,000

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Public Records for 159 Payson Road

Taxable ValueLand$695,600Additions$322,200Total$1,017,800
Tax Record2025$10,046 ($837 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,337 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,337 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,932 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935Year Renovated1962ZoningS-7CountyNORFOLKAPNBROO B:365 L:0028 S:0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 159 Payson Road

This home is within Brookline School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 6
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Baker School
PublicK to 8

Brookline High School
Public9 to 12

Holy Name Parish School
PrivatePK to 6

Holy Name Elementary School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Rita Lu; Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Sean Higgins

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