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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $2,410,000 on May 23, 2022

261 WALNUT ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
12
Beds
6
Baths
4,473 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.
3,598 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,410,000 · May 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$24,330 (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.$2,465,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$930,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,534,600

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.44
39
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
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.1972
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(11)

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
William H. Lincoln SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 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

261 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Brookline Village
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Norfolk County

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 area4,473 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size3,598 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 261 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline VillageBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Living areabigger than4,473 ft²97% of homes90% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,598 ft²21% of homes13% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than191242% of homes39% of homes13% of homes

About 261 Walnut St

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

261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA last sold on May 23, 2022 for $2,410,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA has 12 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4,473 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA built?

261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA is assigned to William H. Lincoln 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 Walnut St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is bigger than 90% of them (4,473 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (3,598 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1912 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 Walnut St, Brookline, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Walnut St, Brookline, MA was $24,330. The county assessed it at $2,465,000.

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