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278 Clinton Rd, Brookline MA 02445

Brookline, MA 02445 • Fisher Hill
$2,400,000
Est. $14,454/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,256
Sq Ft
$564
Price/Sq Ft
0.30
Acres
1920
Year Built
65
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 24, 2024 • MLS# 73256450 Copied!

About this home

On the market for the first time in over 65 years, this is a fabulous opportunity to own and restore a sprawling stucco colonial in the heart of prestigious Fisher Hill. Built in 1920, this prominently sited 5 bedroom 4,256 square foot residence is perched on a 12,970 square foot lot and boasts original architectural details from a bygone era. Two floors of large scale primary rooms, a substantial basement which offers an opportunity for expansion and a detached garage with additional bonus space above allow for many possibilites. Mature plantings in the rear grounds complete this offering. Minutes from Runkle School, Washington Square, Cleveland Circle, two "T" lines and Waldstein Park, 278 Clinton Road offers the best of city and suburban living. This home has great bones and details and awaits your renovation. Being sold as-is.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,256 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,995,000
Final Sale Price: $2,400,000
Difference: $595,000 (-19.9%)
Performance Metrics
80.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
65
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $704
Sale $/sq ft: $564
This property sold for $564 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 19.9% below the original asking price.

The property spent 65 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$564/sq ft
Area Average
$450/sq ft
Difference
+25.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1920
Living Area 4,256 sq ft
Lot Size 0.30 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Fireplaces 3
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry First Floor
Features Entrance Foyer, Sun Room, Sitting Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Slate
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $25,414
Assessed Value $2,601,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Sun Room, Sitting Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Fisher Hill

278 Clinton Rd, Brookline MA 02445

Brookline, MA 02445

Walkability

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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

10 schools
A
John D Runkle School
0.2 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
Torah Academy Inc.
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Roland Hayes School
0.5 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
A+
Michael Driscoll School
0.6 mi | #30 of 352 | Score: 60.1
Improved 10 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
567 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Maimonides School
0.8 mi
Grades K-12
A+
William H Lincoln School
0.9 mi | #19 of 352 | Score: 61.4
Improved 25 spots from last year
+3.2 above state avg
494 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
A+
Pierce School
1.2 mi | #27 of 352 | Score: 60.5
Dropped 16 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
592 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
A
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
1.3 mi | #40 of 352 | Score: 58.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
+0.3 above state avg
857 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Mary of the Assumption School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
The Park School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-09
H

High Schools

3 schools
JRI Bay Cove School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
Beaver Country Day School
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Brookline High School
1.0 mi | #1 of 346 | Score: 82.5
Improved 18 spots from last year
+24.3 above state avg
2,181 students Diverse
21 sports • 3,004 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

65.7%
Price Range
80
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73508515
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Currently Listed
Apr 28, 2026
$6,999,984
MLS #73508515 - Active
Sold
Jan 17, 2025
$2,400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 80
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Listed for Sale
Jun 24, 2024
$2,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Claire McClintock Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 28, 2026 Sold $6,999,984
Jun 24, 2024 New Listing Added $2,995,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
65 days
Price per Sq Ft
$564

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $25,414 $2,601,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$25,414
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,601,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Claire McClintock
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Agent MLS ID CN249627
Office MLS ID AN6199
Listing Data Updated Jan 17, 2025 5:14 PM EST
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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