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$2,693,740$1,043 / 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 95How 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 $948,000 on Jan 5, 2006

20 SEARLE AVE

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,583 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.
3,602 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.7M
$2.6M low$2.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$948,000 · Jan 5, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22,097 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,238,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,128,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,109,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,197,445

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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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 · 0.1 mi
H
Brookline High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 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

20 Searle Ave 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 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Brookline Village
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 97% 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
$407K$6M

This home is worth more than 79% 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$2,693,740
CheaperTypical $1,146,836Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1043
CheaperTypical $807Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area2,583 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,532 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size3,602 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 20 Searle Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline VillageBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,693,74092% of homes79% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$104390% of homes87% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,583 ft²81% of homes70% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,602 ft²21% of homes13% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than18807% of homes4% of homes3% of homes

About 20 Searle Ave

How much is 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA is $2,693,740 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,555,879 to $2,831,601. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA last sell?

20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA last sold on Jan 5, 2006 for $948,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA?

20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,583 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA built?

20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA?

20 Searle Ave, 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 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 79% of them ($2,693,740 against a typical $1,146,836), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($1043 against a typical $807), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,583 ft² against a typical 1,532 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (3,602 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 96% 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 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Searle Ave, Brookline, MA was $22,097. The county assessed it at $2,238,800.

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