40 Lake Street

Boston, MA 02135

$2,245,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
4
Baths
4,801 Sq. Ft.
$468 / Sq. Ft.
4,801
Sq. Ft.
$468
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rarely available breathtaking grand mansion adjacent to Boston College on the Chestnut Hill line offers a unique opportunity to experience a fine estate home that has been owned and cherished by the same family for over 60 years. The home is replete with original details including walnut crown moldings and pocket doors, poplar and also white oak stair treads, handmade Norwegian brick, copper gutters and downspouts, and the finest quality Black Monson slate roof. Two additional accessory units, both...Rarely available breathtaking grand mansion adjacent to Boston College on the Chestnut Hill line offers a unique opportunity to experience a fine estate home that has been owned and cherished by the same family for over 60 years. The home is replete with original details including walnut crown moldings and pocket doors, poplar and also white oak stair treads, handmade Norwegian brick, copper gutters and downspouts, and the finest quality Black Monson slate roof. Two additional accessory units, both will full kitchens and baths, offer multi-generational living with a separate entrance and address, or additional rental income. Recent updates include the main kitchen, many replacement windows, new patio and sprinklers, and newly refinished floors. Close proximity to Chandler Pond, Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, and the Boston College T stop. Two driveways offer privacy and convenience; large direct-entry two-car garage under the house completes the offering.

Property Details for 40 Lake Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Brighton
Area
MA-Boston-Brighton, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Brenda van der Merwe

Sold By Oak Realty, Steven Greenberg

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:18 AM

Property Details for 40 Lake Street

StatusSold
MLS #72693847
Days on Market123
Taxes$12,885 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1930
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Brenda van der Merwe

Sold By Oak Realty, Steven Greenberg

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Building Information for 40 Lake Street

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,350 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,326 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,252

Property Taxes

$1,074

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 40 Lake Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4801.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill Border with Brighton
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Home Office, Entry Hall, Sun Room, Bedroom, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, French Doors, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 288.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 128.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 8.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 169.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom5 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 112.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Length: 14.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 66.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 91.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Remodeled,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Main
  • Bathroom3 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 272.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 210.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X8
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 450.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 25.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 192.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Room Office Length: 16.0
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Property is officially a single family but has been used for many years as a 3-family,with two legal accessory units with full kitchens and baths. Buyers to do all due diligence. Visit 40LakeSt dot com/unbranded for more information
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1221273
  • Assessments: $1,220,200
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 8
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Heat Zones: 1
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 40 Lake Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 40 Lake Street

Taxable ValueLand$430,200Additions$1,667,200Total$2,097,400
Tax Record2024$22,862 ($1,905 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,801 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,801 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,969 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNBRIG W:22 P:05602 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40 Lake Street

This home is within Boston School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Edison K-8
PublicPK to 8

Lyon Upper 9-12
Public9 to 12

Mary Lyon K-8 School
PublicK to 8

Winship Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Brenda van der Merwe

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