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$2,487,490$1,147 / 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 99How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,715,000 on Aug 1, 2016

42 BROOK ST

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,168 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.
2,383 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.5M
$2.5M low$2.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,715,000 · Aug 1, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,695 (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.$2,021,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,130,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$891,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,009,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,060,159

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.64%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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
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
Amos A. Lawrence SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Brookline High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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

42 Brook 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 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Brookline Village
  • Among the smallest lots in Norfolk County
  • Older than 87% 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
$399K$5.9M

This home is worth more than 77% 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$2,487,490
CheaperTypical $1,148,685Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1147
CheaperTypical $803Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size2,383 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 42 Brook St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline VillageBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,487,49091% of homes77% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$114795% of homes93% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,168 ft²75% of homes62% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,383 ft²8% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than191242% of homes39% of homes13% of homes

About 42 Brook St

How much is 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA is $2,487,490 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,451,314 to $2,523,666. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA last sell?

42 Brook St, Brookline, MA last sold on Aug 1, 2016 for $1,715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA?

42 Brook St, Brookline, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,168 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA built?

42 Brook St, Brookline, MA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA?

42 Brook St, Brookline, MA is assigned to Amos A. Lawrence 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 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 77% of them ($2,487,490 against a typical $1,148,685), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($1147 against a typical $803), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,168 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (2,383 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1912 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 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42 Brook St, Brookline, MA was $20,695. The county assessed it at $2,021,000.

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