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540 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brookline MA 02445

Brookline, MA 02445
$4,250,000
Est. $26,681/month
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
6,419
Sq Ft
$662
Price/Sq Ft
1.03
Acres
1900
Year Built
4 hours 2 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 21, 2026 • MLS# 73504708 Copied!

About this home

Beautifully restored 1900s French-style residence on an acre of land in Brookline’s coveted Fisher Hill. Over 6,000 sq ft of living space featuring 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Inviting foyer with fireplace & custom bookshelves, an impressive great room with 15’ ceilings & fireplace, an elegant living room with period details including a fireplace, and a dining room with French doors to a stone terrace. House features a chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances and two spacious first-floor primary suites offering serene terrace views. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. There is also a fifth bedroom with a private entrance, perfect for au pair or in-law. Four fireplaces, stone terraces, sweeping lawns, and lush landscaping complete this exceptional property, close to Brookline Reservoir, Chestnut Hill shops, Green Line public transportation, major highways & Boston.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,419 sq ft
Total Rooms
12

Open House Schedule

22
Apr
Wednesday, April 22
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 6,419 sq ft
Lot Size 1.03 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Fireplaces 4
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Office

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture French Colonial
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $59,883
Assessed Value $6,067,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: French Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

540 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brookline MA 02445

Brookline, MA 02445

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Nearby Schools

School District
Brookline School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.6% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
John D Runkle School
0.3 mi | #44 of 352 | Score: 58.0
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
476 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Brookline Early Education Program at Runkle
0.3 mi
47 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A
Roland Hayes School
0.3 mi | #39 of 352 | Score: 58.5
Improved 28 spots from last year
+0.3 above state avg
418 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
0.6 mi
Grades 09-12
Bais Yaakov of Boston School
0.8 mi
Grades 09-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.8 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$4,250,000
Original listing
Agent: The Duffy Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 21, 2026 New Listing Added $4,250,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
4 hours 2 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$662

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $59,883 $6,067,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$59,883
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$6,067,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Duffy Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM361214
Office MLS ID AN3337
Listing Data Updated Apr 21, 2026 2:02 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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