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$1,952,992$653 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $340,000 on Apr 5, 1995

157 WALNUT ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,989 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2M
$1.7M low$2.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$340,000 · Apr 5, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,285 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,883,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,076,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$806,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,817,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,942,530

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyNORFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Pierce SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Brookline High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Brookline School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02445These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,131
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,478 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,389
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

157 Walnut St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Brookline 02445
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Norfolk County

What homes are worth in Brookline 02445

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$406K$6.8M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Brookline 02445.

How it measures up in Brookline 02445

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brookline 02445.

Estimated value$1,952,992
CheaperTypical $1,140,303Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$653
CheaperTypical $806Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,989 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 157 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline VillageBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,952,99285% of homes68% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$65323% of homes13% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,989 ft²86% of homes75% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac45% of homes39% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than18858% of homes5% of homes4% of homes

About 157 Walnut St

How much is 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA is $1,952,992 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,702,635 to $2,203,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA last sell?

157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA last sold on Apr 5, 1995 for $340,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,989 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA built?

157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA is assigned to Pierce School (elementary), rated A+; Brookline High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Brookline School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 68% of them ($1,952,992 against a typical $1,140,303), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($653 against a typical $806), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,989 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1885 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 93% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 157 Walnut St, Brookline, MA was $19,285. The county assessed it at $1,883,300.

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