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$1,870,388$730 / 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 94How 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 $273,000 on Oct 31, 1994

252 TAPPAN ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,561 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.8M low$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.$273,000 · Oct 31, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,749 (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.$1,494,300 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,494,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,254,760

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyNORFOLK
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.Hot Water
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(9)

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
John D. Runkle SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Brookline High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 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

252 Tappan 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 92% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Brookline Hills
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 78% 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$6.2M

This home is worth more than 67% 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$1,870,388
CheaperTypical $1,143,513Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$730
CheaperTypical $807Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,561 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 252 Tappan St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline HillsBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,870,38859% of homes67% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$73012% of homes28% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,561 ft²65% of homes70% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac27% of homes29% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than192760% of homes55% of homes22% of homes

About 252 Tappan St

How much is 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA is $1,870,388 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,758,721 to $1,982,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA last sell?

252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA last sold on Oct 31, 1994 for $273,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,561 square feet of living space.

When was 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA built?

252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA is assigned to John D. Runkle 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 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 67% of them ($1,870,388 against a typical $1,143,513), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($730 against a typical $807), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,561 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1927 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 92% 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 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 252 Tappan St, Brookline, MA was $14,749. The county assessed it at $1,494,300.

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