285 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
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OFF MARKET

$3,843,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 5,026 sqft (on 0.58 acres)

285 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445

Est. Refi. Payment $22,836/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 12, 2024 for $3,300,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$3.84M
Since last month
Decreased$27K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$389K (+11.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$543K (+16.5%)
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 +66% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$3.84M
August 2026$3.84M
July 2026$3.87M
June 2026$3.93M
May 2026$3.91M
April 2026$3.9M
March 2026$3.84M
February 2026$3.69M
January 2026$3.53M
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
382 Lee St, Brookline, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$5,500,000
01/16/26
5
5.5
6,841
36 Neillian Cres, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
07/31/26
5
3.5
3,217
15 Conry Cres, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$2,900,000
08/28/26
5
4.5
3,900
469 Walnut St, Brookline, MA
0.87
Single-Family Home
$3,625,000
12/04/25
7
4
6,307
1125 W Roxbury Pkwy, Brookline, MA
0.95
Single-Family Home
$2,565,000
05/27/26
4
3
3,859
30 Billings Ln, Boston, MA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$2,425,000
07/02/26
5
3
3,563
16 Parkside Dr, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,435,000
02/18/26
4
3.5
2,624
50 Bellingham Rd, Brookline, MA
0.90
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
01/05/26
4
3.5
3,444
100 Cottage St, Brookline, MA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$5,790,000
12/19/25
6
7.5
9,380
372 Warren St, Brookline, MA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$5,700,000
12/08/25
9
7.5
8,619

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
291 Goddard Ave #291, Brookline, MA 02445
0.04
-
3
3.5
3,609
Off Market
65 Forest St, Brookline, MA 02467
0.07
$1,737,600
2
2
1,971
Off Market
305 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
0.10
$2,250,800
3
3.5
3,725
Off Market
303 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
0.10
$1,675,000
4
3.5
3,437
Recently Sold
317 Goddard Ave #317, Brookline, MA 02445
0.10
-
4
3.5
3,398
Off Market
325 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
0.10
$5,350,900
5
4.5
5,160
Off Market
333 Goddard Ave #333, Brookline, MA 02445
0.13
$2,458,400
4
3.5
3,357
Recently Sold
30 Country Rd, Brookline, MA 02467
0.13
$2,563,200
6
4
2,664
Off Market
33 Sears Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
0.17
$14,995,000
6
7
13,200
For Sale
11 Country Rd, Brookline, MA 02467
0.18
$1,156,000
3
2
1,986
Recently Sold
382 Lee St, Brookline, MA 02445
0.19
$5,500,000
5
5.5
6,841
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1930
0.58 acre lot
5,026 sqft
$765/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

A visual marvel with exquisite detail and unmatched style, 285 Goddard offers 5,000+ square feet of living space that seamlessly blends historical significance and enduring Cape Dutch charm with modern luxuries attained through recent extensive renovations by a distinguished architect and designer. Along with a stunning 6 bedrooms and 4 baths, this residence boasts a brand-new patio, perimeter fence, and strategically plotted landscaping for the ultimate in serenity and privacy. Situated on a half-acre lot, this property is enhanced by a high-end irrigation system, expanded driveway, and attached 2-car garage. Close to the exceptional public and private schools Brookline is known for, 285 Goddard promises an unparalleled lifestyle with easy access to Larz Anderson Park, The Country Club, and the upscale shops of Chestnut Hill. Now is the time to seize the opportunity to own in this highly-sought-after community!
285 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,026 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $3,300,000 on Jun 12, 2024 (6% below the $3,495,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2017 with an asking price of $8,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 6, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $3,843,100.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by The Sarkis Team, (617) 875-4950
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, (617) 875-4950
Bought with: The Sarkis Team, (617) 875-4950, Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team, (617) 875-4950
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73198122

Home Details for 285 Goddard Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5026 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ClayPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone WallFoundation: Concrete PerimeterSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Off Street,Driveway,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Spanish Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 41766

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,495,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 13 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Brookline
School Information
Elementary School: Heath

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5026 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.58 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73198122

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingPoolParkGolfMedical FacilityConservation AreaHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolT-Station

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 12, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73198122
Sold
$3,300,000
May 1, 2024
Source: Douglas Elliman #73198122
Pending
$3,495,000
May 1, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73198122
Contingent
$3,495,000
Apr 23, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73198122
PriceChange
$3,495,000
Price decreased by 4%
Mar 26, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73198122
PriceChange
$3,645,000
Price decreased by 4%

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

Around this home

What Locals Say about Brookline

At least 422 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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    "Very dog friendly "
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  • Rockygranahan
    "A quick and easy walk to the T. Total commute to downtown Boston from Coolidge Corner ranges between 15-25 minutes consistently."
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  • Kai Hsin Chang
    "Very convenient to do grocery and most people live here use public transportation because there’s no street parking. People who want to do street parking should apply for parking permits."
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "Events at the Coolidge corner theatre, Brookline day on Harvard street in Coolidge corner, open holiday meals at the United Parish church"
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "The sidewalks and streets are well-maintained even in inclement weather. Traffic is only bad around the Longwood medical area and major streets around rush hour. Pub trans is easy and safe."
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  • Austin Wozniak
    "Multiple dog friendly, off-leash parks in the community and many great places to walk a dog. The community is very dog friendly. "
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  • Loming1986
    "Only limited (a hand-full) dog parks available, I wish there are more. Many neighbors have dogs and it’s a very dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Clean, safe and quiet. People are very friendly. Access ti public transportation. Love this place very much."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is great environment to raise a family. It’s peaceful, clean and quiet. We would love to be here to raise our kids here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’v stayed in a hotel in this neighborhood. It is a beautiful area with many shops to explore. Hope to move to this area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Near everything. Train across the street, restaurants, coffee shops, etc JP is part of Boston. Vibrant community. Diverse. High incomes mixed with low. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes, the area has many dog parks, both on and off leash. Most apartment buildings are dog friendly and neighbors have been very accepting. "
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  • Aliana P.
    "It’s a quick commute to downtown, especially if you live on the D line. Very convenient. It’s also a very walkable area with all stores and necessities close by. "
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  • Juana B.
    "It’s very safe and great school system!! I been leaving here for 11 years and I love it and my kids too"
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  • Jiyoung W.
    "Lots of other friendly dog owners, plus lots of little parks and green space for pups to run around (especially Amory Park!). Lots of businesses in the area have dog treat jars too!"
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  • Adriana P.
    "It seems let friendly. Lots of parks and spaces for dogs to run. I don’t have a dog but I have friends with dogs"
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  • Archana B.
    "Lived here for 5 years. I highly recommend it. It is getting more expensive. Some areas are more family friendly than others. "
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  • Deiabarroso86
    "Very safe, with a lot of stores around.. Beacon Street is a beautiful street and we have the Reservoir nearby, which is a good place for a walk."
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  • Josie E.
    "The kids walk to school on a tree-lined street and neighbors know each other. A little oasis in the city "
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  • Caroline
    "Drive to Watertown or take shuttle provided by my place of employment. Easy access to city via C or D green line. "
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  • Dma333
    "Diverse, safe, close to everything, friendly neighbors, great schools, playgrounds in walking distance"
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  • Steve L.
    "Hancock Village in Chestnut Hill is a good place to live overall. Sometimes the management office puts together special functions like handing out cider doughnuts in the fall, or flowers to plant - both gratis. (And more as well but too much to detail)."
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  • Dma333
    "Block party in September Close to a great school Playgrounds nearby Diverse community Easy access to many communities "
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  • Szonja.ruppert
    "Lots of greens, parks, even bags for dogpoop is put to parks. Not many pet shops in walking distance"
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  • Scottcunha311
    "Halloween’s are very popular especially on clark rd. Great location to Cleveland circle and both bu and bc can take train anywhere or easily get a bus there’s no shortsge of things to do"
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  • Jawaher A.
    "Good schools, no stealing, good neighbors, good place to kids to play, not far away from BU university, there is driving school, all government facilities around us, Uber so expensive but it is available all time, there is ice cream shop and Starbucks around us also a lot of restaurants and malls "
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  • Courtney C.
    "Safe and homey - education is good but property tax is rising. Commute is perfect - only ten minute drive away from my work site. "
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  • Luis B.
    "Lots of commerce within walking distance and easier access to the city by public transportation. Also very good public schools"
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  • 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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  • Jawaher A.
    "I love this area coz its safe and beautiful and the neighbors are nice and kind and there is a lot of great people "
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  • Oliver L.
    "I walk to work in the medical area. T stops make getting to the center easy. It is quite possible to live without a car."
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  • Sophie
    "The community center holds a lot of interesting activities like Mahjong, movies, reading, yoga and concerts. Also we have a greeeat library here!"
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  • Kathy U.
    "Many dog parks around the Coolidge corner area. Many off leash areas too. The dog community it big in this neighborhood "
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  • Heli C.
    "The schools are excellent, and neighbors tend to know each other. We are a ‘suburb’ of Boston but also officially a town with numerous distinct village neighborhoods, most of which are walkable to restaurants and amenities. Brookline has a fairly international mix of people, with families from all over the world coming here to study and work at the nearby Harvard teaching hospitals."
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  • Ptetrault
    "It is a safe, welcoming and peaceful neighborhood. Heath is a great school. Close to T trains and buses."
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  • Pat B.
    "There's some strange people who are around, but they're harmless. There's lots of daycare places, so if someone has a young kid there's lots of options nearby."
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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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Frequently asked questions about 285 Goddard Ave

  • What is 285 Goddard Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 285 Goddard Ave in Brookline, MA is $3,843,100.
  • What is the price history for 285 Goddard Ave?
    285 Goddard Ave in Brookline, MA last sold for $3,300,000 in June 2024.
  • 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 285 Goddard Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 285 Goddard Ave in Brookline, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 285 Goddard Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 285 Goddard Ave in Brookline, MA has a pool.

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