Last Sold Price
3 beds2,097 sqft$429/sqft
242 Russett Rd, Brookline, MA 02467

Description

Located in South Brookline, this fabulous home is a blend of beautiful character and contemporary touches. It offers generously-sized rooms and a great floor plan. The piano size living room with fireplace leads to a family room with a picture window overlooking the rear yard. The updated eat-in kitchen has attractive raised panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The spacious deck captures the afternoon sun and the fenced-in yard. The large master bedroom suite has a...Located in South Brookline, this fabulous home is a blend of beautiful character and contemporary touches. It offers generously-sized rooms and a great floor plan. The piano size living room with fireplace leads to a family room with a picture window overlooking the rear yard. The updated eat-in kitchen has attractive raised panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The spacious deck captures the afternoon sun and the fenced-in yard. The large master bedroom suite has a walk-in closet and a new 2015 bathroom. The original windows have been replaced with insulated double pane glass. The 15x19 playroom in the basement has space for a pool table or ping-pong table. There are many other recent updates as well. There is a garage and additional room in the driveway for three cars. This property is close to Baker School, The Shops at Putterham, The Village at Chestnut Hill, The Street, and Chestnut Hill Square. Commuter Rail to Boston nearby.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/13/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 242 Russett Road

Status
MLS #
71994371
Days on Market
23
Taxes
$5,718 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1935
Town
Brookline
MLS Area
Chestnut Hill
Area
MA-Brookline-Chestnut Hill, MA-Brookline
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces Total
3

Location

Sold By Urban Circle Realty, Sherean Azarmi

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Building Information for 242 Russett Road

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

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$5,046 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,570

Property Taxes

$477

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 242 Russett Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2097.0
  • Color: taupe
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Baker
  • High School: Brookline High
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Play Room
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Active Solar
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 204.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 187.0
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 143.0
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 144.0
  • Family Room Length: 12.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 143.0
  • Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 276.0
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 23.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Taxes reflect residential exemption. Under termite contract. Many recent improvements and upgrades. Ask broker for details.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: B:384 L:0003 S:0000,42330
  • Assessments: $758,300
  • Book: 33164
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: S-7
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 9999.0
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 242 Russett Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574966662

$899,000

+10.9% / yr

Jul 13, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71994371

$899,000
May 11, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71994371

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574966662

$899,000

+10.9% / yr

07/13/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71994371

$899,000
05/11/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71994371

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Public Records for 242 Russett Road

Taxable ValueLand$609,100Additions$644,600Total$1,253,700
Tax Record2025$12,374 ($1,031 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,702 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,702 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt364 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935Year Renovated1972ZoningS-7CountyNORFOLKAPNBROO B:384 L:0003 S:0000

Schools near 242 Russett Road

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

Brookline High School
Public9 to 12

Holy Name Elementary School
PrivatePK to 8

Holy Name Parish School
PrivatePK to 6

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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