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55 Penniman Rd, Brookline MA 02445

Brookline, MA 02445
$4,500,000
Est. $25,735/month
4
Beds
4
Baths
4,320
Sq Ft
$1,042
Price/Sq Ft
0.30
Acres
1922
Year Built
29
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 12, 2026 • MLS# 73486005 Copied!

About this home

Located on a quiet and desirable street in North Brookline, this exceptional Arts and Crafts home, designed in 1920 by esteemed architect Charles Donagh Maginnis as his own residence, ranks among the finest of its kind in the United States. Carefully restored, modernized, and meticulously maintained, the house displays outstanding craftsmanship from its era and is featured in several books on architectural history. The well-thought-out floor plan includes elegant living and dining rooms, a large kitchen with an adjoining breakfast area, and a warm family room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The upper levels feature multiple bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a home office, as well as versatile third-floor space perfect for guests or recreation. A sheltered, professionally designed backyard features a level lawn and expansive bluestone spaces, bordered by a low-maintenance native garden. A recently built two-car garage completes this extraordinary property.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MARTLAND DAVID & TERESA A
Mailing Address 55 PENNIMAN RD, BROOKLINE, MA, 02445

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S10
Style TUDOR

Tax Information

Assessed Value $3,536,000
Tax Rate $10.08 per $1,000
Base Tax $35,643
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($520)
Estimated Annual Tax $36,162

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2024 $1,534,700 $2,001,300 $3,536,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 14, 1991 $390,000 8920/686

Municipal Context: BROOKLINE

Median Home Value $1,250,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $12,600
Residential Tax Rate $10.08/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Norfolk

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,922 1,922
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 13, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,320 sq ft
Total Rooms
12

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1922
Living Area 4,320 sq ft
Lot Size 0.30 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Radiant, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 3
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Tudor
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $33,362
Assessed Value $3,666,700

Interior Features

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Basement: Full
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Construction & Materials

Style: Tudor
Year Built: 1922
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Roof:
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Oil
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

55 Penniman Rd, 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

10 schools
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
A
John D Runkle School
0.4 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.
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Michael Driscoll School
0.8 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
0.9 mi
Grades K-12
A+
William H Lincoln School
1.1 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
The Park School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-09
A+
Pierce School
1.4 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
St. Mary of the Assumption School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
1.5 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Beaver Country Day School
1.3 mi
Grades 06-12
JRI Bay Cove School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Brookline High School
1.1 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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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$4,500,000
Original listing
Office: MGS Group Real Estate LTD

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 12, 2026 New Listing Added $4,500,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
29 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,042

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $33,362 $3,666,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$33,362
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$3,666,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Rachel Goldman
Listing Office MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Agent MLS ID CT005892
Office MLS ID AN0499
Listing Data Updated Mar 16, 2026 3:05 AM 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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