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Last Sold Price
5 beds5,712 sqft
271 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.26 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$560/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Stately brick and slate roof colonial residence is set on over 1.2 acres of park like setting. This 5 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home has been meticulously maintained. Full of lovely period details and sun filled there are many highlights including an expansive living room with a fireplace and built-ins as well as French doors showcasing the property. An elegant dining room with fireplace fit for large gatherings. The kitchen adjoins the family room which opens to a blue stone patio with views of the expansive...Stately brick and slate roof colonial residence is set on over 1.2 acres of park like setting. This 5 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home has been meticulously maintained. Full of lovely period details and sun filled there are many highlights including an expansive living room with a fireplace and built-ins as well as French doors showcasing the property. An elegant dining room with fireplace fit for large gatherings. The kitchen adjoins the family room which opens to a blue stone patio with views of the expansive yard. On the second floor is a splendid master bedroom with master bathroom and an abundance of closet space, and 4 additional bedrooms, 2 of which have en-suite baths and share a balcony. The third floor consists of a large playroom and storage. This exquisite property and classic home is set back and private yet close to schools, parks, shopping and public transportation.
Listing closed: 05/27/2015 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 71790216

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$3,595,000

Avg days on market

55

Sale-to-list ratio

91.8%

Brookline, MA

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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$2,800,000 | 157 Aspinwall Avenue, Brookline, MA 02446
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$3,285,000 | 43 Druce Street, Brookline, MA 02445
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Location

Sold By Hammond Residential Real Estate, Vangie Patey

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Property Information for 271 Goddard Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $39,606 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Brookline
  • Area: MA-Brookline
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 1.26 AC / 54,981 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5712.0
  • Color: brick
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Play Room, Wetbar
  • Interior Features: Wetbar, Security System
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 270.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 140.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 220.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 80.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 416.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 26.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 216.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 18.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 200.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 777.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Wet Bar
  • Room Living Room Length: 37.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 21.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: B:355 L:0006 S:0000,41768
  • Assessments: $3,477,300
  • Book: 624
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Zoning: S40
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 271 Goddard Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549778072

$3,200,000—
May 27, 2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71790216

$3,200,000—
Apr 3, 2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71790216

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549778072

$3,200,000
05/27/2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71790216

$3,200,000
04/03/2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71790216

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Public Records for 271 Goddard Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,712,000Additions$1,558,800Total$5,270,800
Tax Record2026$53,984 ($4,499 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,047 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,047 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt928 SqFtStories2Lot Size54,981 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1986ZoningS40CountyNORFOLKAPNBROO B:355 L:0006 S:0000

Schools near 271 Goddard Avenue

This home is within Brookline School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - K to 8
Private - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Roland Hayes School
PublicPK to 8

Brookline High School
Public9 to 12

The Park School
PrivateK to 8

Southfield School
PrivatePK to 12

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 271 Goddard Avenue, Brookline, MA 02445
$3,200,000
5
5,712
54,981
$3,100,000
6
5,005
53,835
$1,450,500
5
3,424
25,006
$2,425,000
3
3,609
–
$1,520,000
2
1,971
32,417
$665,000
4
3,500
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