Perched on a private cul-de-sac, this commanding 7BD, 5FB & 3HB 6,560SF property sits on .72AC of landscaped grounds, offering rare space & privacy minutes from the city. Built in 1901, this home was reimagined to respect the original architecture while introducing a modern sensibility, including geothermal heating. Intricate millwork, crown moldings, 6 fireplaces, & expansive windows fill the interiors with light. Nearly every room captures sweeping views of the Brookline Reservoir and Boston skyline. Window-lined living room w/ patio access & dining room w/ bay window & butler’s pantry. Sun-filled eat-in kitchen opens to family room, bluestone patio, & backyard. 2nd floor features en-suite primary plus 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. 3rd floor w/ 2 bedrooms & full bath. Walkout lower level w/ great room, game room, & en-suite guest room. Attached heated four-car garage. Tennis court and sweeping bluestone terraces. Minutes from Chestnut Hill’s ‘The Street’ & quick drive to Boston/Cambridge.
Property Details
Price:
$4,995,000
MLS #:
73481620
Status:
Active
Beds:
7
Baths:
6.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Estate Area
Neighborhood:
reservoir
Listed Date:
Mar 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
6,560
Total Sq Ft:
6,560
Lot Size:
31,341 sqft / 0.72 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1901
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Schools
Elementary School:
Hayes
Middle School:
Hayes
High School:
Brookline High
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
5123
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer
Bathrooms
5 Full Bathrooms, 3 Half Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
1437
Cooling
Central Air, Geothermal
Fireplaces Total
6
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant, Geothermal
Interior Features
Closet, Bathroom – Full, Bathroom – Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom – Half, Wet bar, Bedroom, Bathroom, Great Room, Game Room, Home Office, Wet Bar
Laundry Features
Second Floor
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial
Attached Garage YN
1
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Covered Spaces
4
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Balcony, Tennis Court(s), Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, City View(s), Garden
Garage Spaces
4
Open Parking Spaces
4
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive
Parking Spots
8
Parking Total
8
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Roof
Shingle
Security Features
Security System
View
City View(s), City
Window Features
Skylight(s)
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$48,000
Map
Community
- Address40 Heath Hill Brookline MA
- SubdivisionEstate Area
- CityBrookline
- CountyNorfolk
- Zip Code02445
Subdivisions in Brookline
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Brookline as of Apr 12, 2026
83
Single Family Listed
91
Avg DOM
869
Avg $ / SqFt
$4,068,948
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Estate Area subdivision, 40 Heath Hill Brookline MA is a Single Family for sale in Brookline, MA, 02445. It is listed for $4,995,000 and features 7 beds, 7 baths, and has approximately 6,560 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1901. The current price per square foot is $761. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Brookline is $869. The average listing price for Single Family in Brookline is $4,068,948. To schedule a showing of MLS#73481620 at 40 Heath Hill in Brookline, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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40 Heath Hill
Brookline, MA