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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $2,570,000 on Dec 6, 2024

261 TAPPAN ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
6
Beds
9.5
Baths
5,866 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1863
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,570,000 · Dec 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$49,995 (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.$5,065,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,421,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,643,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
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.1963
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

261 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the oldest homes in Brookline Hills

How it measures up in Brookline 02445

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

Living area5,866 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1863
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 261 Tappan St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline HillsBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Living areabigger than5,866 ft²96% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac55% of homes50% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than1863almost no homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 261 Tappan St

When did 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA last sell?

261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA last sold on Dec 6, 2024 for $2,570,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA has 6 bedrooms, 9.5 bathrooms, 5,866 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA built?

261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA was built in 1863, making it 163 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

261 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 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is bigger than 96% of them (5,866 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1863 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Tappan St, Brookline, MA was $49,995. The county assessed it at $5,065,300.

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