7 Stetson St
Description
Discreetly positioned at 7 Stetson Street, just moments from Coolidge Corner, the home offers a level of privacy and separation that is nearly unheard of in this setting, while remaining close to Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Longwood Medical and Academic Area.
The grounds are extraordinary—a one-of-a-kind,...As if lifted from another place and time, this 1880 Carriage House was set gently behind Stetson Street—hidden, storied, and impossibly rare.
Discreetly positioned at 7 Stetson Street, just moments from Coolidge Corner, the home offers a level of privacy and separation that is nearly unheard of in this setting, while remaining close to Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Longwood Medical and Academic Area.
The grounds are extraordinary—a one-of-a-kind, custom-designed outdoor living environment by Curbs Studio (Wellesley), completed in 2022 and inspired by the restraint and balance of a Japanese zen garden. Custom Cambrian Black granite stepping stones, Blu Grande and Valet pavers, and precision-cut granite borders define a series of terraced spaces that feel both expansive and intentional.
At the center, a fully realized outdoor kitchen—built on reinforced concrete with Coal Canyon stone veneer, leathered Steel Gray granite counters, and a custom Brazilian Ipê frame—anchors the landscape. An adjoining Ipê deck, integrated fire-pit lounge with bespoke seating, and layered plantings create a setting designed for both quiet retreat and large-scale entertaining. A professionally designed low-voltage lighting system with wireless controls and multi-zone irrigation ensures the landscape is as effortless as it is visually striking.
Inside, four bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and 2.5 baths are inspiring, comfortable spaces with volume and flexibility. The living room is a standout—featuring 10.5' ceilings, exposed beams, a working wood-burning stove, and French doors that open directly to the outdoor environment, creating a dramatic and seamless indoor-outdoor connection. A 2021 gut renovation by Feinmann Inc. introduced a new primary bathroom and fully reimagined guest bathroom, alongside updated plumbing, fixtures, and electrical. The kitchen features granite counters and stainless appliances, positioned to connect easily to both living and outdoor spaces.
Key systems are fully addressed: gas HVAC replaced in 2024, new water and gas meters (2026), and a 50 AMP EV charging line installed via a 70-foot trench (2023). Additional updates include interior paint and window replacements (2026), LG washer/dryer (2023), retaining wall and fencing (2025), and roof replacement (2013). Two parking spaces on the shared driveway complete the offering.
A singular property—where provenance, privacy, and design converge—creating an opportunity that is as rare as it is unforgettable.
Welcome to this cherished, beloved home.
Updates:
2026 - Interior paint throughout; new water meter and gas meters installed; replace 2 windows
2025 - Retaining wall and fence
2024 - HVAC system replaced (gas heat)
2023 - Install one 50 AMP car charge in driveway - 70 foot trench; LG Washer & Dryer
2022 - Patio Replacement and Landscape Improvements
2022 - Painted house blue
2022 - Replace existing hardscape (walkway and patio) and plantings.
2022 - Replace existing terrace with wood platform. Replace existing entry gate.
2022 - Build charcoal grill cooking island
2022 - Install outdoor kitchen. 2022 work done by Curbs, Inc. in Wellesley
2021 - Gut renovation including plumbing, fixtures, and electrical for the 2 second floor full bathrooms
2021 - Created a new primary bathroom
2021 - Remodel of the existing bathroom
2021 - Create new front porch with new tall glass sliding doors. 2021 work done by Feinmann Inc in Lexington
2016 - Range and hood replaced
2015 - Dishwasher
Before Current owners' ownership:
2013 - Removed and replaced roof shingles
Description by Design-Builder, Curbs Studio:
Custom Designer Backyard
7 Stetson Street, Brookline, Massachusetts
Designed & Built by Curbs Studio, Wellesley, MA • Completed 2022
This property, 7 Stetson Street, features a one-of-a-kind custom outdoor living environment designed and built in 2022 by Curbs Studio, a Wellesley-based landscape architecture firm.
Inspired by the Japanese zen garden tradition and the natural contours of the site, the design creates a seamless visual connection between the interior and exterior while maximizing the home’s outdoor living capacity across a series of thoughtfully composed spaces.
The hardscape throughout is defined by an exceptional selection of premium materials. Pathways are laid with custom-fabricated Cambrian Black Granite stepping stones, imported from Canada and cut to specification, lending the garden a dramatic and refined character. Upper and lower terraced patios are paved in TechoBloc’s Blu Grande and Valet series, framed by precision-cut black granite borders and Woodbury granite steps. Hand-built ivory stucco raised planters anchor the upper
terrace, while grey Mexican beach pebble riverstone and fine pea stone with steel edging complete the ground-level detail.
At the heart of the outdoor space is a fully built outdoor kitchen, constructed on reinforced concrete footings with a Coal Canyon natural stone panel veneer exterior, a Steel Gray granite countertop in leather finish, and a custom Brazilian Ipê wood feature frame. The adjoining Ipê hardwood deck, custom-designed wood and granite bench seating at the fire-pit lounge, and a portable fire pit together create a complete environment for both quiet enjoyment and large-scale entertaining.
A professionally designed low-voltage lighting system with wireless controls illuminates the entire garden after dark, with over three dozen fixtures placed at the planters, benches, kitchen, and along the pathways. A drip irrigation system with multiple zones keeps the curated plantings — including a row of Emerald Green Arborvitae for privacy screening, a Japanese Maple, Serviceberry, Endless Summer Hydrangeas, and a rich understory of ferns, hostas, and perennials — effortlessly maintained throughout the seasons.
Designed from the outset to be as simple to care for as it is beautiful to experience, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a home with a truly investment-grade outdoor environment already in place.
Note that some photos of the yard were taken in 2022, by photographer Sabine Nordberg, and the Ipe wood deck has changed color to a lighter gray since then.
Listing Agent
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Property Details for 7 Stetson Street
Amenities
- Washer / Dryer
- Central AC
- Air Conditioning
- Forced Air
- Private Yard
- Patio
- Fence
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Renovated Bath
- Windowed Bathroom
- Exposed Brick
- Working Fireplace
- Decorative Fireplace
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Skylight
- Primary Ensuite with Separate Shower
- Tile Floors
- Gas Heat
- Stove
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Permeable Paving
- Storage
- Parking Included
- Storage Shed
Property Details for 7 Stetson Street
| Status | Coming Soon |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | - |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family |
| Year Built | 1880 |
| Lot Size | 0.17 AC / 7,387 SF |
| County | Norfolk County |
Location
Building Information for 7 Stetson Street
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1Property Information for 7 Stetson Street
- Num of Full Baths: 2
- Num of Half Baths: 1
- Beds Total: 4
Property History for 7 Stetson Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #357219679 | $1,380,000 | +20.5% / yr |
| Jul 8, 2013 | Sold MLS PIN #71523353 | $1,380,000 | — |
| May 15, 2013 | Contingent MLS PIN #71523353 | — | |
| May 10, 2013 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #71523353 | $1,349,000 | — |
| Jun 4, 2010 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #290682938 | $775,850 | — |
| Sep 16, 2003 | Sold MLS PIN #30735938 | $675,000 | — |
| Aug 12, 2003 | Contingent MLS PIN #30735938 | — | |
| Jun 18, 2003 | Canceled MLS PIN #30693726 | $699,000 | — |
| Jun 18, 2003 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #30735938 | $699,000 | — |
| Mar 1, 2003 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #30693726 | $875,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #357219679 | $1,380,000 +20.5% / yr |
| 07/08/2013 | Sold MLS PIN #71523353 | $1,380,000 |
| 05/15/2013 | Contingent MLS PIN #71523353 | — |
| 05/10/2013 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #71523353 | $1,349,000 |
| 06/04/2010 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #290682938 | $775,850 |
| 09/16/2003 | Sold MLS PIN #30735938 | $675,000 |
| 08/12/2003 | Contingent MLS PIN #30735938 | — |
| 06/18/2003 | Canceled MLS PIN #30693726 | $699,000 |
| 06/18/2003 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #30735938 | $699,000 |
| 03/01/2003 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #30693726 | $875,000 |
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Public Records for 7 Stetson Street
Schools near 7 Stetson Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | 7 to 12 | |||
| Private - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Florida Ruffin Ridley School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Brookline High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Beacon High School Private7 to 12 | ||
Neha/Lubavitch School for Girls 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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