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Brookline is a jewel of a suburb. Cheek to jowl with Boston - it has managed to maintain its own identity - a unique mixture of busy streets and rolling countryside, upscale shops and village pubs, gracious apartment buildings and large estates, and home for legions of academic and scientific professionals, who work at the nearby medical centers in Boston.
Brookline has staunchly refused to be absorbed by Boston, which surrounds it like a horseshoe. A community of 6.6 square miles and almost 55,000people. Brookline has kept its town meeting form of government since 1705, when this "Muddy River" farmland of Boston became incorporated and named for the brooks that formed its boundaries. Among its many unusual resources, Brookline has its own working farm (with farm stand), the oldest country club in the nation, a town golf course, the home in which John F. Kennedy was born, a magnificent park on a hillside overlooking Boston with a wonderful open air skating rink and marvelous transportation museum, and numerous neighborhood parks and playgrounds scattered throughout the Town. Its major retail centers, like Coolidge Corner and Brookline Village, are bustling pedestrian-oriented shopping areas with a variety of shops - antique stores, coffee shops, bookstores, fresh fruit and vegetable markets, delicatessens and restaurants.
Along with offering both a city atmosphere and a feeling of being in the country, there is a wonderful mix of people in Brookline: elderly, minorities, immigrants from many lands, young families and college students. It is said that the student body at Brookline High School -- a nationally renowned institution -- includes students from more than 50 different countries. Although predominantly residential, Brookline is anxious to attract new commercial development, and in just the last two years, the Town has amended its zoning to encourage new growth along its major thoroughfares.
With its good schools (both public and private), good transportation Department of Housing and Community Development Mitt Romney, Governor, Jane Wallis Gumble, Director (several branches of the MBTA Green Line traverse the Town), and good government, Brookline is a choice spot in which to reside or establish a business.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
40 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
40 |
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8th Grade Math: |
16 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
57 |
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8th Grade Science: |
29 |
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4th Grade Math: |
18 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
59 |
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Spending/Student:
$11,107
Average SAT scores:
1754
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.5 to 1
Community
Population:54,809 Median Income in town: $98,324 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 15.8 / 1,000
Violent: 3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
50
/ 96
/ 5
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $1,225,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $1,055,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: 14%
Avg single family tax bill:
$10,691
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
Green Line
Bus lines:
51, 60, 86
Miles to Boston:
5
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
15
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$529,000
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This lovely three-bed, two-bath condo combines turn of the century elegance with desirable modern touches including tremendous closet and storage space. The living room features a fireplace, high ceiling, and curved glass bow windows. Down a short hall are a full bath and two large bright bedrooms -- the master with a walk-in closet. The third bedroom and second full bath are on the comfortable lower level. Assigned parking and your own washer and dryer. Move right in!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$325,000
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Good and solid brick building with nice curb appeal. Condo is charming, good light, new windows , new flooring, nice architectural detail, 2010 kitchen, high owner occupancy and deeded parking. Green line C train practically at your doorstep. Walk to everything that the Coolidge Corner area has to offer and walkable to the medical community.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,250,000
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DROP DEAD GORGEOUS! Sleek, elegant, sunny 2010 condo w/ Brookline?s BEST views of Boston. Modern floor-plan perfect for entertaining & family living. Chef's kitchen w/Carrerra marble, Subzero/Wolf/Bosche, custom cabinetry. Eco-friendly Eucalyptus hardwoods, certified SFI lumber, eco-batt insulation, low-e windows w/ argon, low VOC paint, Kohler fixtures, custom closets, recessed lights & speakers. Luxurious master w/walk-in closet, glass shower, double vanity. 3 prkg,private yard & patio too!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$515,000
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Bright and sunny, newly renovated 2 bdrm condo in Coolidge Corner. One off-street deeded parking spot directly in front of building. Huge closets. Open floor plan with modern kitchen, granite counters, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Deeded Storage. Professionally managed bldg. w/low condo fee. Walk to Green Line MBTA(B&C), parks, restaurants, movies and more.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$1,099,000
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Fisher Hill Estates! Sophisticated TH with terrific flow for living and entertaining. Sunny LR w/frpl and soaring ceiling w/skylight opens to spacious dining area. 2010 eat-in kitchen w/informal family room. 1st fl MBR/BA suite w/dressing rm, w-in-c, lav. 2 BRs on 2nd each w/access to pvt unfinished deck area w/winter City views. In-unit laundry; updtd heating. Direct entry from 2 car garage; lg deeded storage rm w/cedar closet. Pvt. brick-paved terrace. Pets OK. Showings begin Sat, 2/11
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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Property is located in a residence/apartment house zoning district. Lot is 2,732 s.f. Bldg is approx. 25ft X 40ft. Building needs repairs.Selling "As Is".Property has non-conforming commercial use designation with M-1.10 (CAM) zoning, which provides for certain small businesses in the designatd area, such as plumbers, carpenters & repair shop, with with special permit. Can also be used as a parking lot with special permit, or residential building lot with variances. Buyer to do own due diligence
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$545,000
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Sunny, west facing home with granite and stainless kitchen including breakfast bar; Brazilian cherry floors throughout; marble bath; enormous master with walk-in closet, washer/dryer, deeded storage and 1 valet garage space. Complex has large exercise facility, concierge, doorman, bike storage & function room. Across from MBTA D Green Line(Longwood Stop) near Coolidge Corner & Longwood Medical. Wall between liv.rm. and 2nd bedroom will be reinstalled by seller before closing or credit to buyer.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,000
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This 2005 renovated 2/3 bedroom condo located in Washington Square is a short distance to Beacon Street shops and "T". Large eat-in kitchen. Third bedroom can be used as formal dining room. Laundry in unit. Pets are allowed.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$839,000
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Handsome custom 1930 brick Tudor with slate roof. Classic architectural detail & large windows. Generously proportioned rooms. 25' living room with beamed ceiling & distinctive fireplace. 1st floor family room addition & separate den. Large upstairs corner bedrooms with walk-in closets. 4th versatile room for study or small bedroom. Substantial walkup attic for expansion potential. Finished basement playroom & direct entry 2 car garage. 29' x 17' rear deck with beautiful views.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$809,000
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South facing 2+bed PH corner unit w/ magnificent private roof deck w/ downtown views & 1 deeded parking. Ideally located on the Brookline/Boston line, this unit boasts a large entry foyer w/ skylight opening onto a gracious living room separated by French doors to a charming study. Tastefully renovated kitchen & baths, 2 fireplaces, crown molding, recess lighting, C/A & W/D complete this unit in a pet-friendly, prof. managed, elevator bldg. Steps to the C Line, Coolidge Corner & the Back Bay.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,795,000
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Gracious 1930's Garrison Colonial, in highly desirable Heath School area, on impressive tree-lined street. Charming living room with fireplace, stunning kitchen, spacious family room and finished lower level panelled room with fireplace. Separate first floor office. Direct-entry 2 car garage. Close to public transportation, shops and school.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$375,000
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Sunny two bedroom condo overlooking beautifully landscaped courtyard. Located within easy walking distance of Coolidge Corner, Brookline Village and the Longwood Medical Area, as well as shopping and public transportation. Kitchen features sparkling new stainless steel appliances and a separate dining area. Gleaming oak hardwood floors throughout with all new windows. Building conveniently contains laundry facilities and private storage area. One off-street parking space included.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$459,000
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Southern exposure largest front facing 1 bedroom at Washington on the Square. 2006 renovation with dark cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Hardwood in living area. Concierge, exercise room, deeded storage and outside common garden area. Wonderful location!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$469,900
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Beautiful 2 bedroom penthouse on quiet Parkman St., a short walk to Coolidge Corner, Longwood Medical area & hospitals, Audobon Circle & C line trolley. Open layout - recently renovated kitchen w/ tile flr is open to living & dining areas. 2 lg. bedrooms w/ ample closet space. Bath with original clawfoot tub., marble floor. Sunny 3 season porch. Gleaming h/w floors & high ceils. Rental parking avail. behind bldg. Add'l prvt storage & common laundry in basement. 100% owner occ. association
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$769,000
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O. H. 12:00-2:00 SUN FEB 12th. Wonderful brick townhouse, with lushly planted courtyard. Great alternative to single family house. 22' x 13' living room overlooks landscaped courtyard. Attractively renovated kitchen with breakfast bar and direct access to outside back yard area. Master bedroom with walk-in closet and master bath. Replacement windows. Across from Winthrop Park & Minot Rose Garden. 4 Blocks to Coolidge Corner, shops, restaurants, theatre and MBTA C line.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$385,000
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"The Grand" Delightful, sunny one Bedroom+ with open floor plan, 2 Patios. Modern Kitchen and Bathroom. Spacious MBR. There is a Bonus Room with Closet, could be used as an Office. W/D in the Unit. Pkg # 5. The Bldg offers Concierge, Pool, Elevator, and a brand new Roof Deck with Panoramic Views of the City. Neat as a Pin!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$999,000
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COTTAGE FARM!! EXCEPTIONAL AND GRAND 5 BEDROOM, 3 FULL BATH DUPLEX CONDO WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPS AND" T ". HUGE FOYER, BOW WINDOWED LIVING ROOM. GORGEOUS PERIOD DETAIL AND HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. BEAUTIFUL NEW STAINLESS STEEL AND GRANITE KITCHEN (VIKING STOVE) AND TWO NEW BATHROOMS. CENTRAL AIR AND LAUNDRY IN UNIT. 4 ROOM SEPARATE ENTRANCE SUITE IN LOWER LEVEL. EXTRA LARGE STORAGE ROOM DEEDED TO THIS UNIT. TWO DEEDED PARKING WITH DIRECT ACCESS. THIS END UNIT SHOULD NOT BE MISSED
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$474,900
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South facing, large penthouse one bedroom unit at Washington on the Square. Breathtaking city views. Unit offers recessed lighting, granite and stainless kitchen. Deeded parking and storage. Concierge, exercise room and pet friendly. Enjoy the amenities of this premier location.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$525,000
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Top Floor, Sunny, Spacious and Airy 3 BR, 1.5 Bath condo in terrific location close to T, library, Star Market, parks and all that Coolidge Corner has to offer. WalkScore of 89! Catch every last ray of the afternoon sun gleaming on the hardwood floors of the Living Room. View the Hancock and Pru and the 4th Fireworks from the gracious DR. Eat-in Kit Good closet space, large private basement storage, deeded garage parking, private back porch and Laundry in unit.3rd BR small. Seller to pay assmt.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$679,000
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Wonderful White Place, Single family Carriage House. Approximately 2,000 interior sq. feet. with attached, additional 1,250 sq. feet, 2 car garage. In need of a total rehab.
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