178 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445
OFF MARKET

178 Tappan St
Brookline, MA 02445

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

$4,564,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,985/mo*
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$4,564,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,985/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,200 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

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Description

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.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

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Deck
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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 History for 178 Tappan St

DatePriceEventSource
01/05/2021$3,700,000Sold
N/A
10/09/2020$3,975,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/24/2020$4,175,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/11/2020$4,480,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/10/2019$1,925,000Sold
N/A
04/19/2019$1,999,999PendingAgent Provided
03/19/2019$1,999,999Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/25/2011$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/09/2011$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$41,513
Assessment$4,206,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 178 Tappan St

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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
96 Dean Rd, Brookline, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$4,000,000
06/17/25
6
4.5
5,106
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
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
43 Druce St, Brookline, MA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$3,285,000
05/14/26
5
4.5
3,658
24 Blake Rd, Brookline, MA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$2,850,000
04/08/26
4
2.5
3,377

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Neighborhood Overview

Aspinwall Hill
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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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    "It has a public park at the very top of the hill."
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    "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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178 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,200 sqft single-family home built in 1889. 178 Tappan St is located in Aspinwall Hill, Brookline. This property is not currently available for sale. 178 Tappan St was last sold on Jan 5, 2021 for $3,700,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 178 Tappan St is $4,564,100.