178 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445
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OFF MARKET

178 Tappan St
Brookline, MA 02445

Aspinwall Hill
  • 7 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,200 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$4,489,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,618/mo*
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$4,489,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,618/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,200 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$4.49M
Since last month
Decreased$29K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$133K (+3.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$784K (+21.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +106% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$4.48M
July 2026$4.51M
June 2026$4.6M
May 2026$4.6M
April 2026$4.54M
March 2026$4.44M
February 2026$4.28M
January 2026$4.21M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
185 Tappan St, Brookline, MA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$4,350,000
09/08/25
5
5.5
3,593
213 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$3,330,000
11/25/25
5
4.5
5,507
115 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$3,400,000
03/06/26
4
4.5
4,182
54 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,325,000
07/24/26
7
4
4,544
189 Clinton Rd, Brookline, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$3,318,000
04/23/26
6
4
4,633
282 Buckminster Rd, Brookline, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$4,100,000
04/27/26
6
4.5
5,058
34 Hyslop Rd, Brookline, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$4,125,000
05/28/26
5
4.5
4,001
16 Kennard Rd, Brookline, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
08/14/26
8
5
5,076
469 Walnut St, Brookline, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$3,625,000
12/04/25
7
4
6,307
323 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$2,995,000
03/04/26
5
4.5
3,370

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
225 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.03
-
6
4.5
4,273
Off Market
185 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445
0.04
$4,109,400
5
5.5
3,593
Off Market
221 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.04
$4,524,700
5
5.5
4,324
Off Market
187 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.07
$1,807,400
5
3
2,553
Off Market
213 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.06
$3,330,000
5
4.5
5,507
Recently Sold
216 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445
0.09
$5,887,600
7
5.5
5,800
Off Market
215 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.12
$2,313,000
7
1.5
2,490
Off Market
227 Tappan St #227, Brookline, MA 02445
0.12
-
4
3.5
2,678
Off Market
24 Blake Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.11
$2,850,000
4
2.5
3,377
Recently Sold
52 Clinton Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.14
$2,999,000
4
3.5
3,265
For Sale
16 Blake Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.11
$2,465,400
4
2.5
3,842
Off Market
115 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.12
$3,400,000
4
4.5
4,182
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1889
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
5,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$863

About this House

New Price!!! Newly renovated historic home that is the definition of turnkey! If you are looking for space & privacy but don't want to sacrifice the conveniences of city living, this is the perfect home! Near Brookline HS, Green Line T, restaurants & other conveniences. The main house boasts 5 beds & 4 ½ baths, with an additional guest suite on the garden level containing 2 beds, 1 bath w/ separate entrance. Step onto the grand four pillar portico, and enter the unique Delft Blue front door to the large and bright kitchen, featuring custom European counter-tops and Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances. The 2nd floor houses a library/office plus three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including the owner's suite with a sizable closet, marble tiled steam shower & soaking tub. On the 3rd floor are two additional beds and baths, plus a bonus room, perfect for a playroom or yoga studio. Other features include a unique 3 tiered landscaped garden & surround sound built-in speaker system.
178 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,200 sqft single-family home in Aspinwall Hill, built in 1889. It last sold for $3,700,000 on Jan 5, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2011 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 25, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,489,800, with a rent estimate of $7,827/month.

Home Details for 178 Tappan St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 16
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889Year Updated: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 5, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$3,700,000
Oct 9, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$3,975,000
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$4,175,000
Price decreased by 7%
Aug 11, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$4,480,000
Jun 10, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,925,000

Market trends in Brookline

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.22M
$182KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$816
$19MoM
Available listings
216
37MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Aspinwall Hill

  • Magdalene M.
    "Right by the T and walking distance to Fenway! Blue bikes and scooters near by. Lots of ways to go. "
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  • Billy W.
    "There is a leash law, and dog owners must pick up their dog's poop in a bag."
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    "It has a public park at the very top of the hill."
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    "I can either drive or take public transportation."
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  • Billy W.
    "There is only one park on this hill, but a short walk can lead you to bigger parks and playgrounds."
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  • Jessicalmartin
    "Beautiful and quiet streets, shops, near to the T. Gorgeous in the snow! A really lovely place to live, I’ve been here about 3 years so far. "
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Frequently asked questions about 178 Tappan St

  • What is 178 Tappan St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 178 Tappan St in Brookline, MA is $4,489,800.
  • What is the price history for 178 Tappan St?
    178 Tappan St in Brookline, MA last sold for $3,700,000 in January 2021.
  • Is Brookline a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brookline is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brookline?
    The median sale price in Brookline is $1.22M. That is down $182K from the prior month.
  • Does 178 Tappan St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 178 Tappan St in Brookline, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 178 Tappan St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 178 Tappan St in Brookline, MA has in-unit laundry.

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