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$1,150,349$803 / 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 92How 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 $455,000 on Oct 30, 2007

53 UNIVERSITY RD

BROOKLINE, MA 02445
Building report
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,433 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1893
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Oct 30, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,107 (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.$1,182,300 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,182,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,142,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,208,095

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyNORFOLK
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.Steam
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(3)

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
Michael Driscoll SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–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

53 University 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.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 95% 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$6.1M

This home is worth more than 50% 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$1,150,349
CheaperTypical $1,157,948Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$803
CheaperTypical $803Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,433 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1893
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 53 University Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookline HillsBrookline 02445Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,150,34938% of homes50% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$80339% of homes50% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,433 ft²37% of homes47% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac33% of homes33% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than18938% of homes10% of homes5% of homes

About 53 University Rd

How much is 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA is $1,150,349 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,059,290 to $1,241,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA last sell?

53 University Rd, Brookline, MA last sold on Oct 30, 2007 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA?

53 University Rd, Brookline, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,433 square feet of living space.

When was 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA built?

53 University Rd, Brookline, MA was built in 1893, making it 133 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA?

53 University Rd, Brookline, MA is assigned to Michael Driscoll 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 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA compare to other homes in Brookline 02445?

Among the 6,408 homes in Brookline 02445, it is worth more than 50% of them ($1,150,349 against a typical $1,157,948), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($803 against a typical $803), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,433 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1893 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 79% 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 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 53 University Rd, Brookline, MA was $12,107. The county assessed it at $1,182,300.

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