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Brookline is a jewel of a suburb. Cheek to jowl with Boston - it has managed to maintain its own identity - a unique mixture of busy streets and rolling countryside, upscale shops and village pubs, gracious apartment buildings and large estates, and home for legions of academic and scientific professionals, who work at the nearby medical centers in Boston.
Brookline has staunchly refused to be absorbed by Boston, which surrounds it like a horseshoe. A community of 6.6 square miles and almost 55,000people. Brookline has kept its town meeting form of government since 1705, when this "Muddy River" farmland of Boston became incorporated and named for the brooks that formed its boundaries. Among its many unusual resources, Brookline has its own working farm (with farm stand), the oldest country club in the nation, a town golf course, the home in which John F. Kennedy was born, a magnificent park on a hillside overlooking Boston with a wonderful open air skating rink and marvelous transportation museum, and numerous neighborhood parks and playgrounds scattered throughout the Town. Its major retail centers, like Coolidge Corner and Brookline Village, are bustling pedestrian-oriented shopping areas with a variety of shops - antique stores, coffee shops, bookstores, fresh fruit and vegetable markets, delicatessens and restaurants.
Along with offering both a city atmosphere and a feeling of being in the country, there is a wonderful mix of people in Brookline: elderly, minorities, immigrants from many lands, young families and college students. It is said that the student body at Brookline High School -- a nationally renowned institution -- includes students from more than 50 different countries. Although predominantly residential, Brookline is anxious to attract new commercial development, and in just the last two years, the Town has amended its zoning to encourage new growth along its major thoroughfares.
With its good schools (both public and private), good transportation Department of Housing and Community Development Mitt Romney, Governor, Jane Wallis Gumble, Director (several branches of the MBTA Green Line traverse the Town), and good government, Brookline is a choice spot in which to reside or establish a business.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
40 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
40 |
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8th Grade Math: |
16 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
57 |
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8th Grade Science: |
29 |
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4th Grade Math: |
18 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
59 |
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Spending/Student:
N/A
Average SAT scores:
1754
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.1 to 1
Community
Population:57,107 Median Income in town: 92,993 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 4 / 1,000
Violent: 19 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
49
/ 155
/ 4
Median home price this year: $625,000 Median home price last year: N/A
Median home price 5 yrs ago: N/A
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
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Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
Green Line
Bus lines:
51, 60, 86
Miles to Boston:
5
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
15
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,170,000
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This grand home, in need of extensive restoration and renovation, is being sold "as is". Buyers are expected to do "due diligence" prior to making an offer.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$378,000
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In the Heart of Coolidge, spacious 2 bedroom with great floor plan, high 1st floor overlooking a landscaped courtyard. High ceilings, hardwood floors, in-unit washer & dryer, two good size bedrooms, shared porch, and high owner occupancy rate. Private storage area with transferable garage rental spot. Pet friendly complex. Close to everything: T (Green C line)restaurants, shopping, supermarket & parks.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$899,000
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A spectacular park like setting. Buyer to do due diligence.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$639,900
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Longwood Towers, a Boston Landmark is a full service complex with 24 hour concierge and valet parking across from Longwood Medical and Boston's MBTA Green Line. Near Harvard Medical, Boston University and Coolidge Corner. New Luxury Renovation of 2 bedroom with high-end finishes and incredible views. This unit was model unit when it was converted to condo. Open layout. Grand Lobby & Exercise facility. Must see.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$1,295,000
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Brookline Village offers 5 bedrooms, 3 .5 bathrooms, master bedroom w/ master bath, wonderful granite kitchen with island,bowed living room with fireplace,sep dining room,front and rear yard. This wonderful home is located near Brookline Village,library,schools,playground,restaurants and medical area.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,295,000
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Brookline Village offers 5 bedrooms, 3 .5 bathrooms, master bedroom w/ master bath, wonderful granite kitchen with island, living room with bowed fireplace, dining room & front and rear yard. This wonderful home is located steps to Brookline Village,library,schools,playground,restaurants and medical area. Deeded as Condo see MLS#71028766
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$360,000
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Fall in love with this gorgeous condominium during our first open house this Sunday - Feb 14th! This sunny unit is just steps to Coolidge Corner and offers fantastic views of Boston. The building is professionally managed and has a swimming pool, laundry room, a security intercom system and extra storage space. The unit has high ceilings and a fabulous deck over-looking the neighborhood. The building has high owner occupancy and good capital reserves. Call now for more details?
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,000
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Sun-filled studio with outstanding views from the balcony in beautifully renovated luxury building. Newly renovated, upscale lobby, 24 hr. concierge, elevator, community room, heated pool, extra storage, minutes to Coolidge Corner, transferable rental garage parking and more!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$599,000
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CONTEMPORARY TOWNHOUSE CONDOMINIUM IN A CONVERTED GARAGE.FEATURES A SPACIOUS OPEN FLOOR PLAN,PRIVATE COVERED PATIO,LOFT DEN WITH BUILT-INS,C/A,WASHER & DRYER IN UNIT,UPDATED APPLIANCES,EXTRA STORAGE,DEEDED PARKING & ELEVATOR. CONVENIENT TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,000
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Fabulous utilization of space in this sunny and meticulously maintained corner unit. Kitchen renovation in 2002; electric service has been updated including circuit breakers, wiring and cable; ceilings redone; replacement windows installed; freshly painted. Custom built-in cabinets and shelving in DR; ample closet and cabinet storage space throughout. '05 Bosch stacking w/d. Exclusive right of use to a parking space right outside unit and large storage area in the bsmt. Pets OK.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$429,000
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This very charming and spacious condominium features a newer eat-in kitchen, updated bathroom with separate tub and stall shower, hardwood floors, archways, high ceilings and excellent closet space. Located close to shopping and within 5 minutes walking distance to Washington Square, and both the C and D lines, this well-maintained condo also comes with one assigned parking space adjacent to the building. Pets are welcome. There is storage in the basement and there are also laundry facilities.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$825,000
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4 floors of living 2 deed car parking walk to Coolidge Corner and Harvard Ave. Great layout End Unit with Hardwood floors Private patio, finished basement with cedar closet and full Laundry room gas heat and hotwater, Wood burning fireplace in living room Atic space & New kitchen appliances, Cable TV included in condo fee.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$429,000
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Beautifully renovated 2004 2-level condo with 8 rooms, 2+ brs, & conveniently located. Sunny & spac. rooms offering Granite/SS kit, f/p living rm. w/ beam ceiling, nat. woodwork, & form. dining room. Very flexible fl. plan includes lower lev. 3-rm. suite w/ bedroom, fam. rm., home theater, & office. Bonus 1st fl. lndry., marble/whirlpool bath, cent a/c, lots of storage, front/back porches & 2 deeded parking spaces make this a home w/ room to grow and not to be missed! Nr. shops & maj. routes.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$899,900
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Centrally located 3BR & 2.5 BA brick Colonial single family in the heart of Corey Hill close to Coolidge Corner, Wash Sq & T. 8 rooms featuring a living room w/fireplace, a family room, a formal dining room & a separate cozy brick study. French doors off the eat-in 2007 kitchen direct you onto a beautifully lanscaped stone patio/yard. 3 spacious bedrooms + addt'l space in the finished lower level w/a full bath.1 car garage w/direct access + 1 pkg space in driveway. A block to Driscoll School.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,900
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Fantastic large and bright one bedroom floor-through unit in trendy Washington Sq. location,just steps from both "C" and "D" lines. Formerly the parlor and dining rooms of a Grand Victorian Townhouse. Incredible Victorian woodwork and detail. Two large fireplaces,kitchen with window,pocket door,west facing bay window,high ceilings,two tile baths and hardwood floors. In a very desirable area of stone townhomes. Rental parking.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$579,000
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Commuters Dream Location! Fully renovated penthouse end unit in classic brownstone walk-up. Open floor plan, gracious entry foyer, entertaining size dining room, sun filled living room, custom white cabinet kitchen, fully applianced, laundry in unit, three plus bedrooms/office, large covered private deck. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$190,000
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Location, Location, Location!!! This top floor Coolidge Corner studio has hard wood floors through out and features a seperate kitchen area. This unit is great for an investor or owner occupant looking to live near everything Coolidge Corner has to offer. There is additional storage and pets are ok! This adorable unit is a must see.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$499,999
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Brand new kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops and SS appliances. New bathroom with limestone floors. TWO DEEDED (NON-TANDEM) PARKING SPACES - 1 garaged and 1 open!! Top floor. Hardwood flooring throughout. Front and rear private porches. Exclusive roof rights. Laundry in the building. Bsmt storage. New rubber roof Nov. 2008. New hot water heater May 2009. Ideal Coolidge Corner location. Convenient to the MBTA's Green B & C-Lines. Walk to Star Market, Stop & Shop, and Trader Joe's.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$355,000
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Nice condition 2 bedrooms unit with one parking space. New ceramic tile floor in the kitchen and the bath room and hardwood floor in other rooms. Close to T(C and D line). The unit is vacant. Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$864,000
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This contemporary home has a flexible floorplan, skylights and generous rooms for entertaining. The large eat in kitchen which features a Sub Zero refrigerator, Corian countertops, and tons of storage opens to the family room with doors to the level back yard. Upstairs, french doors lead to the tranquil master suite which feels like a private oasis. The large master bath has a spa tub, towel warmers and a skylight. Laundry is on the main level. Direct entry garage. Central Air.
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