236 Walnut St
Brookline, MA 02445
High Street Hill- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,963 sqft
$2,750,000
Last Sold: May 1, 2026
8% below list $3M
$694/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $16,333/mo*
$2,750,000
Last Sold: May 1, 2026
8% below list $3M
$694/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $16,333/mo*
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,963 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$2.78MSince last month
Decreased$6K (-0.2%)Since last year
Increased$246K (+9.7%)Since last sale
Increased$21K (+0.8%)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 +57% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $2.77M |
| July 2026 | $2.78M |
| June 2026 | $2.76M |
| May 2026 | $2.75M |
| April 2026 | $2.94M |
| March 2026 | $2.84M |
| February 2026 | $2.84M |
| January 2026 | $2.83M |
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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 |
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0.29 | Single-Family Home | $3,350,000 | 06/30/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,676 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $2,300,000 | 10/15/25 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,873 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $2,150,000 | 04/16/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,332 | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | $2,850,000 | 04/08/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,377 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $2,445,000 | 05/12/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,383 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $4,250,000 | 12/08/25 | 5 | 4.5 | 4,072 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $2,050,500 | 01/15/26 | 6 | 3.5 | 2,104 | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $2,800,000 | 09/22/25 | 5 | 4 | 4,784 |
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 |
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0.05 | $1,310,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,543 | Recently Sold | |
0.05 | $1,455,600 | 4 | 2 | 2,533 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $2,481,700 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,616 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $2,567,700 | 12 | 5 | 4,911 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $953,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,300 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $2,373,000 | 12 | 3 | 4,515 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $4,076,400 | 4 | 3.5 | 4,232 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $999,999 | 8 | 3 | 3,898 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $740,000 | 3 | 1 | 978 | Recently Sold | |
0.12 | $1,526,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,709 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $1,367,300 | 3 | 2 | 1,766 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1887
Living Area
3,963 sqft
Price/Sqft
$694/sqft
Parking
3 Open Spaces
About this House
Sophisticated Pill Hill residence in a Romanesque puddingstone row house designed by Henry Ives Cobb c. 1887, blends beautiful period detail with discerning finish and design offering recessed windows with built-in shutters, five original tile fireplaces, and impeccable renovations. First floor features an elegant foyer, living room with custom bookshelves and bay window, dining room with French doors opening to original wrought-iron balcony with stairs to patio and fenced garden, and updated galley kitchen with granite countertops and glass tile backsplash. The second floor has a primary suite with double vanity bath, shower, fireplace, walk-in closet, and office. A library/bedroom with bay window completes this level. Third floor: two bedrooms, studio with skylight, and four-piece bath. Lower level: versatile living space with full bath, laundry/storage. Three parking spaces. Excellent location near parks, schools, “T”, Brookline Village, Longwood Medical Area, and Downtown Boston.
236 Walnut St, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,963 sqft single-family home in High Street Hill, built in 1887. It last sold for $2,750,000 on May 1, 2026 (8% below the $2,995,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,777,100, with a rent estimate of $6,812/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Susan and Jen Rothstein Team, (617) 875-2088
Hammond Residential Real Estate, (617) 731-4644
Bought with: Rachel Goldman, (617) 302-8292, MGS Group Real Estate LTD, (617) 714-4544
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73482048
Home Details for 236 Walnut St
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3963 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric DryerAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement,Electric Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,Hot Water,Fireplace(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)Door: Storm Door(s), French DoorsFlooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Stone Slate, Flooring Hardwood, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile |
Security Security: Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Slate RubberPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedExterior: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced YardFoundation: Stone, Brick/MortarSprinkler System |
Parking & Garage Open Parking Spaces: 3No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Paved Drive,Shared Driveway,Off Street,Paved |
Frontage Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 3240Finished Area (below surface): 723 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1887 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other (See Remarks) |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, StoneAttached To Another StructureDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Not Included in Sale: Nelson Pendant Lamp In Third Floor Bedroom/Office.Parcel Number: 40733 |
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Price List Price: $2,995,000Price Per Sqft: $694/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Mar 24 2026 |
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Direction & Address City: BrooklineCommunity: Pill Hill Historic District |
School Information Elementary School: LincolnHigh School: Bhs |
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Building Area Building Area: 3963 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 3059 sqft |
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Contingencies: Pending P&S |
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BasementMls Number: 73482048Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3240 |
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Public TransportationShoppingPoolTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathConservation AreaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-Station |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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May 1, 2026 Source: MLS PIN #73482048 | Sold | $2,750,000 |
Mar 11, 2026 Source: MLS PIN #73482048 | Contingent | $2,995,000 |
Mar 3, 2026 Source: MLS PIN #73482048 | Listed For Sale | $2,995,000 |
Nov 20, 2025 Source: MLS PIN #73440607 | ListingRemoved | $2,995,000 |
Oct 7, 2025 Source: MLS PIN #73440607 | Listed For Sale | $2,995,000 |
Jul 14, 1989 Source: N/A | Sold | $528,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $22,659 | $2,295,700 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Brookline
Last updated July 2026
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
Around this home
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
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 236 Walnut St
- What is 236 Walnut St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 236 Walnut St in Brookline, MA is $2,777,100.
- What is the price history for 236 Walnut St?236 Walnut St in Brookline, MA last sold for $2,750,000 in May 2026.
- 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 236 Walnut St have air conditioning?Yes, 236 Walnut St in Brookline, MA has air conditioning.
- Does 236 Walnut St have a pool?Yes, 236 Walnut St in Brookline, MA has a pool.

