79 Buckminster Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
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OFF MARKET

79 Buckminster Rd
Brookline, MA 02445

Fisher Hill
  • 8 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,945 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$4,581,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,775/mo*
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$4,581,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $26,775/mo*
Refinance Your Home
8 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,945 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Located in a prime Fisher Hill neighborhood and with incredible city views, this thirteen-room, eight-bedroom residence, with a slate gambrel roof and much curb appeal, offers over 4,945 square feet of living space on three levels. Built in 1918, period details can be found throughout. The elegant foyer leads to a gracious main level well-suited for large gatherings featuring an oversized eat-in kitchen and a 21' x 16' dining room. Off the kitchen and family room is a deck showcasing the fantastic views. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, fireplace, and spa-like bathroom. There is also a lower level guest suite. Amenities include four and one-half bathrooms, three more fireplaces, central air-conditioning, a staircase leading to a large fenced yard, and a four-car direct entry garage under, two by two tandem. This property is in the Runkle School district, within blocks of the MBTA Green Line, and close to parks, schools, shops, and restaurants.
79 Buckminster Rd, Brookline, MA 02445 is a 8 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,945 sqft single-family home in Fisher Hill, built in 1918. It last sold for $2,700,888 on Jul 10, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,581,400, with a rent estimate of $7,612/month.

Home Highlights

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Outdoor
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A/C
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HOA
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 79 Buckminster Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 13
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlateExterior: Stucco, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918Year Updated: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price History for 79 Buckminster Rd

DatePriceEventSource
07/10/2019$2,700,888Sold
N/A
04/12/2019$2,799,000PendingAgent Provided
04/05/2019$2,799,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/30/1993$742,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Brookline

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.42M
$333MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$814
$5MoM
Available listings
238
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$43,167
Assessment$4,373,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 79 Buckminster Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
115 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,400,000
03/06/26
4
4.5
4,182
213 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$3,330,000
11/25/25
5
4.5
5,507
469 Walnut St, Brookline, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$3,625,000
12/04/25
7
4
6,307
282 Buckminster Rd, Brookline, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$4,100,000
04/27/26
6
4.5
5,058
185 Tappan St, Brookline, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$4,350,000
09/08/25
5
5.5
3,593
189 Clinton Rd, Brookline, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$3,318,000
04/23/26
6
4
4,633
24 Blake Rd, Brookline, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,850,000
04/08/26
4
2.5
3,377
34 Hyslop Rd, Brookline, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$4,125,000
05/28/26
5
4.5
4,001
323 Clark Rd, Brookline, MA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$2,995,000
03/04/26
5
4.5
3,370
43 Druce St, Brookline, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$3,285,000
05/14/26
5
4.5
3,658

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Fisher Hill
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What Locals Say about Fisher Hill

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say car is needed

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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