181 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445
2nd Floor hallway. Washer and Dryer behind wooden cabinet.
Study/bedroom.
OFF MARKET

181 Walnut St
Brookline, MA 02445

High Street Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,359 sqft

$2,348,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,946/mo*
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$2,348,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,946/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,359 sqft

Local Information

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Description

"That pretty yellow historic house next to Walnut Path" in Brookline could be your home!
Completely updated single family farmhouse with a large lovely yard, in Brookline's Pill Hill Historic district. 7 minute walk to Brookline Village T stop with trolley, buses, zip cars, and bike rentals. Easy daytime parking at house. Lincoln School district.
An 1800's historic house full of old world style and new world amenities. Wide pine floors, original woodwork throughout, clawfoot tub, and also a completely updated kitchen with windows overlooking the old Lincoln School playground. Brand new heating system with A/C. New insulation. Washer and dryer on second floor. All new electric and plumbing systems. Gorgeous master bathroom with dressing room. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and new stairs to new third floor for a well-lit study or playroom. Every room has been updated, windows were all restored, plus two new windows were added, and clapboard exterior and trim was replaced with new wood. Large fully enclosed yard behind a historic Roxbury Puddingstone wall with flower gardens waiting to be discovered in the spring.

Great house for someone with mobility concerns. It's disability friendly, with the first floor rehabbed with access in mind including full bath, though not officially ADA accessible.

Former residents include dressmaker Mary Irving; Edward Philbrick, abolitionist and designer of Brookline's sewer system; and a local artist Manka Madekza. More details will emerge as the owners study the house's history.

Perfect home for people who want to be car-free in the city.

$5,000/month (plus utilities). Includes a parking space located down the street 0.2 mi / 6 minute walk.
181 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,359 sqft single-family home in High Street Hill, built in 1800. It last sold for $890,000 on Nov 18, 2016. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2020 with an asking price of $5,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 26, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,348,400, with a rent estimate of $6,395/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 181 Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1800Year Updated: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Old Style

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price History for 181 Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
02/26/2021ListingRemovedN/A
09/22/2020$5,000ListingRemovedN/A
09/10/2020$5,000Listed For RentN/A
03/09/2019$5,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/24/2019$5,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
11/18/2016$890,000Sold
N/A
10/04/2016$849,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/02/1968$20,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Brookline

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.4M
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
Price per sq ft
$796
$17MoM
Available listings
253
15MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$20,013
Assessment$2,027,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 181 Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
50 Waverly St, Brookline, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,445,000
05/12/26
4
2
2,383
14 Irving St, Brookline, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
10/15/25
5
3.5
3,873
43 Waverly St, Brookline, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$3,350,000
06/30/26
4
2.5
2,676
209 High St, Brookline, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
04/16/26
4
3.5
2,332
21 Hancock Rd, Brookline, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$2,385,000
12/17/25
4
3
2,286
7 Dana St, Brookline, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$3,525,000
08/05/25
5
2.5
3,315
71 Greenough St, Brookline, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$3,019,999
04/03/26
4
3
3,422
236 Walnut St, Brookline, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,750,000
05/01/26
4
3.5
3,963
71 Highland Rd, Brookline, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$950,000
04/30/26
3
1.5
1,000
18 Cushing Rd, Brookline, MA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,351,000
01/23/26
2
2
1,230

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Neighborhood Overview

High Street Hill
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What Locals Say about High Street Hill

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 40 % Say car is needed

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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