428 Boylston St, Brookline, MA, 02445
About This Home
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home ideally situated in the heart of Brookline. Featuring a fully renovated kitchen and bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and an updated heating system, this home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern convenience. A versatile bonus room offers the perfect space for a fourth bedroom or home office. Just a few blocks from the Brookline Hills Green Line T station, commuting into downtown Boston is effortless, while nearby shops, restaurants, hospitals, and parks provide an exceptional neighborhood lifestyle. One of the home’s most unique features is its direct abutment to the highly regarded Lincoln School, offering rare proximity to one of the area’s top educational institutions. Set on a generous lot, the property features a large yard and a finished patio area ideal for grilling and entertaining. A truly convenient location in one of Boston’s most desirable communities. Best value in town!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: First
- Area: 22.666666666
Bathroom2
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: Second
- Area: 81.506944444
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 127.604166666
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 173.833333333
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 155.166666666
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 61.75
Features
- Office
- Flooring: Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,748
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,748
- Total interior livable area: 1,748 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled
- Level: First
- Area: 94.951388888
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 340.958333333
Master Bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 201.694444444
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 121.0625
Property
Details
- Parcel number: B:321 L:0012 S:0000,41141
- Zoning: S10
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Garden
Lot
- Lot size: 5,728 sqft
- Features: Cleared
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- 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
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $6,548 | $78,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $170 | $2,040 |
| Property Taxes | $1,043 | $12,516 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $8,115 | $97,380 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Price change | $1,350,000 |
| 2026-04-23 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000 |
| 2026-04-15 | Contingent | $1,400,000 |
| 2026-04-07 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000 |
| 1997-11-20 | Sold | $212,000 |
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