55 Leicester St

8,921 Sq. Ft.
$717 / Sq. Ft.
8,921
Sq. Ft.
$717
per Sq. Ft.

Description

55 Leicester presents a RARE offering in one of Brookline’s premier, private locations, now offered at a price point rarely matched for a home of this caliber. Behind its grand façade, this extraordinary estate awaits its next chapter. Repositioned at $6,395,000 — a significant adjustment representing compelling value for the size and location — it stands among the most attractive listings currently available in Brookline. The home showcases soaring ceilings, walls of windows overlooking landscaped...55 Leicester presents a RARE offering in one of Brookline’s premier, private locations, now offered at a price point rarely matched for a home of this caliber. Behind its grand façade, this extraordinary estate awaits its next chapter. Repositioned at $6,395,000 — a significant adjustment representing compelling value for the size and location — it stands among the most attractive listings currently available in Brookline. The home showcases soaring ceilings, walls of windows overlooking landscaped grounds, and an open, light-filled floor plan. The scale and layout exists for a visionary buyer to reimagine and restore its full potential. Signature luxurious features such as the heated driveway, limestone floors, an elevator to all levels, 5-car garage, in-ground pool, roof deck, and wine cellar further elevate the appeal. For developers, investors, or end-users, 55 Leicester is an unmatched canvas to create a world-class residence in an A+ Brookline location.
  1. Listed by The Sarkis Team • Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team
  2. Listed by Megan Francese • Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team
  3. Listed by George Sarkis • Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team

Property Details for 55 Leicester Street

Town
Brookline
Area
MA-Brookline
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spaces
7.00
Parking Spaces Total
11
LISTING UPDATED: 02/04/2026 07:20 PM

Property Details for 55 Leicester Street

StatusNew
MLS #73474446
Days on Market3
Taxes$109,891 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1924
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, The Sarkis Team; Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, Megan Francese; Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, George Sarkis
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Building Information for 55 Leicester Street

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.95 AC / 41,264 SF

Payment Calculator

$40,326 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,168

Property Taxes

$9,158

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Leicester Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School
  • Living Area: 8921.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 11.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 8
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 9.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 11
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar, Elevator
  • Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar, Elevator, Security System
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Spa Features: Private
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Deck - Roof, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: Pond
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Heated, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Condition of the hot tub on the roof deck is unknown. Home is being sold AS IS. Buyers to preform all due diligence.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: B:254 L:0013 S:0000,38869
  • Assessments: $11,133,800
  • Book: 42504
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: S15
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 55 Leicester Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73474446

$6,395,000
Dec 31, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73431286

$7,695,000
Sep 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73431286

$7,995,000
Jul 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1904534927

$7,000,000

+4.0% / yr

Dec 16, 2020

Expired

MLS PIN #72102970

$9,995,000
Dec 21, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72102970

$12,800,000
May 2, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88315979

$2,050,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73474446

$6,395,000
12/31/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73431286

$7,695,000
09/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73431286

$7,995,000
07/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1904534927

$7,000,000

+4.0% / yr

12/16/2020

Expired

MLS PIN #72102970

$9,995,000
12/21/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72102970

$12,800,000
05/02/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88315979

$2,050,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 55 Leicester Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,782,800Additions$7,351,000Total$11,133,800
Tax Record2025$109,891 ($9,158 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths9.5Total Finished SqFt8,921 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,921 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt3,244 SqFtStories3Lot Size41,264 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated2008ZoningS15CountyNORFOLKAPNBROO B:254 L:0013 S:0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 Leicester Street

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

Brookline High School
Public9 to 12

Maimonides School
PrivatePK to 12

The Park School
PrivateK 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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55 Leicester Street is a single family home for sale in Brookline, MA 02445. This property was listed for sale on February 4, 2026 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, it's currently listed at $6,395,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on July 1, 2025. This listing's school district is Brookline School District. Nearby schools include John D Runkle School, Brookline High School and Maimonides School. 55 Leicester Street is a 7-bed, 11-bath, 8,921 sqft single family home built in 1924.

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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, The Sarkis Team; Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, Megan Francese; Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, George Sarkis

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