178 Ivy Street, Brookline MA 02446 – 4 bed 5 bath For Sale – 73373524
Overview
- Updated On:
- May 13, 2025
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- 73373524
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
- 0 Garage Spaces
- 2 Non-Garage Parking Spaces
- 1917
Description
Tucked on a private road in Brookline’s coveted Cottage Farm neighborhood, this exceptional Colonial-style former carriage house underwent a 2 year renovation to the highest standards, completed in 2025. Soaring ceilings and oversized windows bathe the home in natural light and frame serene views of the surrounding gardens, yard and conservation land. The 1st floor presents a stunning open plan complete with large living and dining rooms, chef’s kitchen, breakfast room and oversized deck – for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. The upper level features a tranquil primary suite with 2 dressing rooms and a spa-like bath, an additional bedroom suite and laundry room. The lower level includes 2 bedroom suites (or office, gym), one of which has a private entry. Set on 0.44 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds with direct access to Amory Park, this home offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and convenience—just minutes to Boston, Cambridge, shops, dining and public transit.
This property is listed by Maggie Gold Seelig from MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Property Listing Details
Overview
| MLS Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Price | $ 5,985,000 |
| Living Area | 3,560.00 ft2 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing MLS ID | 73373524 |
| Days on Market | 0 |
| Bathrooms | 4.5 |
Unit Information
| Bedrooms | 4 |
|---|---|
| Full Bathrooms | 4 |
| Half Bathrooms | 1 |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Hydro Air |
| Uncovered Parking | 2 |
| Garage Parking | 0 |
| Water View | |
| Unit Level |
| Common Walls | |
|---|---|
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup |
| Lead Paint | Unknown |
| Outdoor Space Available | |
| Living Area Includes Basement | Full,Finished,Interior Entry |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck,Deck - Wood |
| Parking Features | Paved Drive,On Street,Paved |
| Waterview Features | |
| Flooring | Wood,Hardwood |
Building Information
| Building Name | |
|---|---|
| Units in Building | |
| Pets Allowed | |
| Association Amenities | |
| Pool Features | |
| Waterfront Features | |
| Association Fee Includes | |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1917 |
|---|---|
| Security Features | Security System |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Spa Features | |
| Structure Type | |
| Water Source | Public |
| Basement | Full,Finished,Interior Entry |
| Roof | Tile |
Additional Details
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Medical Facility,Highway Access,House of Worship,Private School,Public School,T-Station,University |
|---|---|
| Disclosures | Ask agent regarding easement. |
| Last Updated | 2025-05-13T13:21:00.000Z |
| Building Area Source | Measured |
| MLS PIN Page | |
| Parcel Number | B:012 L:0004 S:0001,28617 |
| Original List Price | 5985000 |
| Listing Office | mgs group real estate ltd |
| Tax Annual Amount | 36538 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 3701900 |
| Tax Book Number | 40619 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Year Built Details | Renovated Since |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Zoning | S-7 |
| Listing Agent | maggie gold seelig |
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178 Ivy Street, Brookline MA 02446 – 4 bed 5 bath For Sale – 73373524
$ 5,985,000
Status: Active
178 Ivy Street, Brookline MA 02446, Brookline, , Norfolk 02446
Country: United States
Property Overview
MLS #: 73373524
Type: Single Family Residence /
Action: Residential
Year Built: 1917 (Renovated Since, Source: Public Records, Effective: )
Living Area: 3,560.00 ft2 (Total: 3560 Square Feet, Source: Measured)
Lot Size: 0.44 ft2 (Area: 0.44 Acres, SqFt: 19162)
Total Rooms: 9
Condition:
Availability:
Building Name:
Interior Features
Bedrooms: 4 (Main Level: )
Bathrooms: Total: 4.5 (Full: 4, Half: 1, Decimal: 4.5, Main Level: )
Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry
Fireplaces: 1 ()
Flooring: Wood,Hardwood
Laundry: Washer Hookup
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Door Features:
Accessibility:
Entry: Level , Location:
Other Equipment:
Construction & Design
Style: Colonial,Carriage House
Materials: Brick
Foundation: Block (Area: )
Roof: Tile
Stories: ()
Common Walls:
Body Type:
Utilities & Green Features
Heating: Central,Forced Air,Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer ()
Utilities: for Gas Range,for Electric Oven,Washer Hookup,Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Electric: 200+ Amp Service (Expense: )
Gas:
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Green Water Conservation:
Insulation: Spray Foam
Exterior & Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive,On Street,Paved
Pool:
Spa:
Patio/Porch: Deck,Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot Features: Wooded,Easements
View: (, Waterview Y/N: )
Waterfront:
Road Frontage: Private Road ()
Road Surface:
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Other Structures:
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Community & Association
Community Features: Public Transportation,Shopping,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Medical Facility,Highway Access,House of Worship,Private School,Public School,T-Station,University
Association Fee: ()
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Pets Allowed:
Schools: E: Lawrence/Ridley, M: Lawrence/Ridley, H: Brookline High
Zoning: S-7 ()
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Property Description
Tucked on a private road in Brookline’s coveted Cottage Farm neighborhood, this exceptional Colonial-style former carriage house underwent a 2 year renovation to the highest standards, completed in 2025. Soaring ceilings and oversized windows bathe the home in natural light and frame serene views of the surrounding gardens, yard and conservation land. The 1st floor presents a stunning open plan complete with large living and dining rooms, chef’s kitchen, breakfast room and oversized deck – for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. The upper level features a tranquil primary suite with 2 dressing rooms and a spa-like bath, an additional bedroom suite and laundry room. The lower level includes 2 bedroom suites (or office, gym), one of which has a private entry. Set on 0.44 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds with direct access to Amory Park, this home offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and convenience—just minutes to Boston, Cambridge, shops, dining and public transit.
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Financial & Lease Information
Tax Annual Amount: 36538 (Year: 2025)
Tax Assessed Value: 3701900
Tax Block/Lot/Book/Map: / / 40619 /
Parcel Number: B:012 L:0004 S:0001,28617
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Listing & Agent Information
Listing Agent: Maggie Gold Seelig (MLS ID: CT003644) / Team: CT005892
Listing Office: MGS Group Real Estate LTD (MLS ID: AN0499)
Agent (Property): 369593
Buyer Agent MLS ID:
Buyer Office MLS ID:
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Contract Date: 2025-05-13
Expiration Date: 1900-01-01
Original List Price: 5985000
Price Per SqFt (List): 1681.18
Market Time (Property): 0 (Broker: 0, Prev Broker: 0, Prev Property: 0)
MLS Status: New
Possession:
Directions: Private way accessed via Ivy and Essex Streets.
Disclosures: Ask agent regarding easement., N
Lead Paint: Unknown
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Listing Alert: No
Square Feet Disclosures: (Incl. Base: Yes, Other: )
Master Book/Page: / (Page: 359)
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System Information
Property ID: 2158557
Modification Timestamp: 2025-05-13T13:21:00.000Z
Bridge Modification Timestamp: 2025-05-13T13:25:56.672Z
Original Entry Timestamp: 2025-05-13T13:21:00.000Z
Status Change Timestamp: 2025-05-13T13:21:00.000Z
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