Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
48 ATHERTON RD
BROOKLINE, MA 02446
7
Beds
3
Baths
3,122 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.
3,158 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,590 (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.$1,913,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,164,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$748,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,825,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,312,738
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)
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
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.
EH
Edward Devotion SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
Brookline High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
District: Brookline School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02446These 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.144
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 100.76
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,401
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23,893 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$169,699
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
48 Atherton Rd 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 89% of homes in Norfolk County
- Among the smallest lots in Norfolk County
- Older than 90% of homes in Norfolk County
How it measures up in Brookline 02446
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brookline 02446.
Living area3,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 85% of homes nearby
Lot size3,158 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger
Bigger than 5% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1925Newer
Newer than 18% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Coolidge Corner | Brookline 02446 | Norfolk County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,122 ft² | 85% of homes | 85% of homes | 89% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,158 ft² | 5% of homes | 5% of homes | almost no homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 17% of homes | 18% of homes | 10% of homes |
About 48 Atherton Rd
When did 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA last sell?
48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA last sold on Aug 10, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA?
48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA has 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,122 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.
When was 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA built?
48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA?
48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA is assigned to Edward Devotion 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 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02446?
Among the 7,868 homes in Brookline 02446, it is bigger than 85% of them (3,122 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,158 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1900 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 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 48 Atherton Rd, Brookline, MA was $19,590. The county assessed it at $1,913,100.
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- 65 Atherton Rd5 bd · 3 ba · 2,642 ft² · Sold $2.7M · Dec 2025
- 62 Atherton Rd # 2$1.8M4 bd · 2 ba · 2,827 ft² · Sold $1.8M · Nov 2024
- 44 Atherton Rd # 2$2.2M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,307 ft² · Sold $2.1M · Mar 2023
- 62 Atherton Rd # 1$1.1M2 bd · 2 ba · 1,273 ft² · Sold $1M · Dec 2022
- 44 Atherton Rd # 1$2.1M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,256 ft² · Sold $2M · Jul 2022
- 76 Atherton Rd$2M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,680 ft² · Sold $1.6M · Apr 2022
- 82 Atherton Rd # 1$1.5M3 bd · 2 ba · 1,582 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Apr 2022
- 22 Atherton Rd # 2$2.7M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,504 ft² · Sold $1.9M · Nov 2021
- 11 Atherton Rd # 23 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Nov 2020
- 66 Atherton Rd # 1$1.1M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,316 ft² · Sold $800K · Sep 2020
- 11 Atherton Rd # 13 bd · 2 ba · 1,307 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Jun 2019
- 32 Atherton Rd7 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,855 ft² · Sold $2.2M · Jun 2019
Closest homes
- 50 Atherton Rd40 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,647 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 44 Atherton Rd$2.2M47 ft · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,307 ft² · Sold $2.1M · Mar 2023
- 44 Atherton Rd$2.1M47 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,256 ft² · Sold $2M · Jul 2022
- 139 Mason Ter$2.6M80 ft · 5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,938 ft² · Sold $1M · Nov 2012
- 139 Mason Ter$2M80 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,254 ft² · Sold $1.6M · Jul 2018
- 54 Atherton Rd86 ft · 5 bd · 3 ba · 3,223 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 135 Mason Ter$2.5M104 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,133 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Apr 2012
- 135 Mason Ter$1.5M104 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 986 ft² · Sold $980K · Jul 2012
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- 7 Chatham St$7.4M7 bd · 5.5 ba · 6,648 ft² · Sold $7M · Oct 2026
- 131 Carlton St$5.6M6 bd · 4.5 ba · 6,494 ft² · Sold $5.5M · Sep 2026
- 32 James St$891K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,120 ft² · Sold $889K · Sep 2026
- 69 Lancaster Ter0.24 ac · Sold $500K · Sep 2026
- 45 Longwood Ave$849K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,161 ft² · Sold $835K · Sep 2026
- 38 Fuller St$3.9M5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,170 ft² · Sold $4.4M · Sep 2026
- 16 York Ter$2.8M4 bd · 6 ba · 3,050 ft² · Sold $2.8M · Sep 2026
- 1600 Beacon St$549K1 bd · 1 ba · 557 ft² · Sold $475K · Sep 2026
- 132 Sewall Ave$1.7M3 bd · 2 ba · 1,873 ft² · Sold $1.7M · Sep 2026
- 2 Mason Ter$3M6 bd · 3.5 ba · 5,748 ft² · Sold $2.5M · Sep 2026
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