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$1,259,743$990 / 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 89How 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 $336,850 on May 13, 2022

40 CHESTNUT ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,272 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.
3,999 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$336,850 · May 13, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,832 (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.$1,350,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$954,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$396,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,289,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,163,595

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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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 · 0.4 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

40 Chestnut 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 82% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Brookline 02445

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
$405K$6.1M

This home is worth more than 54% 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$1,259,743
CheaperTypical $1,142,511Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$990
CheaperTypical $806Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,524 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size3,999 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 40 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline VillageBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,259,74373% of homes54% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$99087% of homes83% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,272 ft²55% of homes42% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,999 ft²24% of homes16% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than195956% of homes69% of homes51% of homes

About 40 Chestnut St

How much is 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA is $1,259,743 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,120,236 to $1,399,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA last sell?

40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA last sold on May 13, 2022 for $336,850, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA?

40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,272 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA built?

40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA?

40 Chestnut 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 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 54% of them ($1,259,743 against a typical $1,142,511), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($990 against a typical $806), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,272 ft² against a typical 1,524 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,999 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1959 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 82% 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 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 40 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA was $13,832. The county assessed it at $1,350,800.

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