




119 Rawson Rd, Brookline, MA, 02445
About This Home
**Open House Sun.,Aug. 16th from 12 - 2** On the southern slope of sought-after Aspinwall Hill lies a rare opportunity to create a bespoke home in a signature neighborhood. This authentic 1950s mid-century gem has remained remarkably intact through the decades with a time capsule colorful period tile bath, a General Electric steel kitchen, large-format parquet floors, built-ins, and original fireplaces. The main level offers 2 beds/1 bath in approx. 1,425 sq. ft., with a sunroom overlooking a generous yard. The lower level provides an additional 750. sq. ft. including a recreation room, bathroom and storage rooms along with a brick fireplace, and glass block accents. Situated on a generous 7,501 sq. ft. lot in one of Brookline's most distinctive residential neighborhoods, the property offers endless possibilities for restoration or thoughtful modernization.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Oven,Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Garage Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Wood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 294
- Finished area above ground: 1,426
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: B:218 L:0016 S:0000,37297
- Zoning: SC7
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 7,501 sqft
- Features: Sloped
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Tandem,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $10,087 | $121,044 |
| Home Insurance * | $263 | $3,156 |
| Property Taxes | $1,607 | $19,284 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $12,311 | $147,732 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $1,595,000 |
| 2026-06-29 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
| 2026-06-24 | Contingent | $1,995,000 |
| 2026-06-15 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
For Sale by Agent
