85 Sears Rd

8,482 Sq. Ft.
$855 / Sq. Ft.
8,482
Sq. Ft.
$855
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located at the end of one of the most coveted streets in Brookline’s ‘estate area’, this timeless 1929 brick Georgian Revival offers an extraordinary setting minutes to Boston. This secluded estate, situated on 1.13 landscaped acres, is enhanced by spectacular mature trees, level lawn, idyllic gardens, patios for entertaining and southern exposure. The home’s architectural highlights feature 6 fireplaces, stunning millwork, and oversized windows. There is over 8,000 sq. ft. of living space on four...Located at the end of one of the most coveted streets in Brookline’s ‘estate area’, this timeless 1929 brick Georgian Revival offers an extraordinary setting minutes to Boston. This secluded estate, situated on 1.13 landscaped acres, is enhanced by spectacular mature trees, level lawn, idyllic gardens, patios for entertaining and southern exposure. The home’s architectural highlights feature 6 fireplaces, stunning millwork, and oversized windows. There is over 8,000 sq. ft. of living space on four levels. The first floor provides gracious entertaining rooms complimented by an open kitchen and family room and adjoining sunroom. The second and third floors are made up of 7 bedrooms, 4 full baths, including the master suite. In addition, there is a 2 bed, 1 bath in-law suite. This property is steps to the Park School and convenient to other top area schools. A spectacular opportunity with the convenience of a quick drive to Longwood Medical, Boston, Cambridge, Logan Airport or Rt. 128.

Property Details for 85 Sears Road

Town
Brookline
Area
MA-Brookline
Architectural Style
Colonial, Georgian
Style
Colonial, Georgian
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
10
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:17 AM

Property Details for 85 Sears Road

StatusSold
MLS #72661605
Days on Market15
Taxes$49,642 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1929
CountyNorfolk County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%

Location

Sold By Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate, Tracy Campion

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Building Information for 85 Sears Road

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size1.13 AC / 49,136 SF

Payment Calculator

$39,472 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$35,335

Property Taxes

$4,137

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 85 Sears Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 8482.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Heath School
  • High School: Brookline High
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Sun Room, Study, Bedroom, Bathroom
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 256.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 289.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 17.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 192.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 216.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 190.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 288.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 18.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 130.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Length: 10.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 400.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 20.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 384.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 41671
  • Assessments: $5,253,100
  • Book: 13998
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: S-40
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 9
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.0
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.0

Property History for 85 Sears Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72661605

$7,250,000
May 27, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72661605

May 26, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72661605

$8,000,000
Dec 28, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #344616493

$1
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72661605

$7,250,000
05/27/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72661605

05/26/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72661605

$8,000,000
12/28/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #344616493

$1

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Public Records for 85 Sears Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,261,800Additions$2,991,300Total$5,253,100
Tax Record2020$49,642 ($4,137 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths5Total Finished SqFt8,482 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,978 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,504 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,838 SqFtStories3Lot Size49,136 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1970ZoningS40CountyNORFOLKAPNB:347 L:0016 S:0000

Schools near 85 Sears 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 12
Rating
School
Distance
Roland Hayes School
PublicK to 8

Brookline High School
Public9 to 12

The Park School
PrivatePK to 8

British International School of Boston
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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