71 Brooks St, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton

$1,249,000

Est. $7,637/month

8

Beds

3

Baths

4,241

Sq Ft

$295

Price/Sq Ft

0.23

Acres

1900

Year Built

Multi Family

Type

19

Days on Market

Pending Listed Oct 16, 2025 • MLS# 73444335 Copied!

About this home

Nestled in the heart of Brighton's desirable Oak Square neighborhood, this classic two-family home offers incredible potential for both homeowners and investors. Featuring spacious layouts and timeless details, including a living room with a fireplace and elegant molding, this property is ready to be reimagined into something truly special. Each unit offers comfortable living space with bright and spacious kitchens, blending charm with functionality. The full basement with two walk-outs provides exceptional opportunity for finishing or potential ADU conversion (buyer to conduct their own due diligence), adding valuable living space and income potential. Enjoy multiple outdoor areas including a patio, fenced yard, and front porch—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or creating private garden spaces. With some updates and vision, 71 Brooks can easily become a standout property in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Property Overview

Property Type

Multi Family

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1900

Bedrooms

8

Full Bathrooms

3

Living Area

4,241 sq ft

Total Rooms

17

Stories

4

Levels

4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income

Style Multi Family

Year Built 1900

Living Area 4,241 sq ft

Lot Size 0.23 acres

Bedrooms 8

Full Baths 3

Total Rooms 17

Interior

Heating None

Cooling None

Flooring Wood, Tile, Varies, Laminate, Hardwood

Appliances None

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 2

Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture None

Roof Shingle

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced/enclosed

Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $13,461

Assessed Value $1,162,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Varies, Laminate, Hardwood

Appliances:

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Stone

Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:

Heating Zones: 2

Cooling:

Hot Water: Natural Gas

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:

Patio & Porch: Porch

Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Gentle Sloping

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station

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Neighborhood

Brighton

71 Brooks St, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

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School District

Boston School District local

🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021

52% attend college

38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working

⚠ School Safety 2024-25

3.7% Above Average

3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency

↓ 1.8% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

10 schools

D

Lyon Elementary School

0.3 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3

Dropped 194 spots from last year

-30.9 below state avg

143 students Very Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-08

St. Columbkille Partnership School

0.5 mi

Grades PK-08

B

Winship Elementary School

0.7 mi | #407 of 824 | Score: 47.6

Dropped 189 spots from last year

-10.6 below state avg

353 students Very Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-06

D

Edison Elementary School

0.7 mi | #759 of 824 | Score: 31.7

Improved 21 spots from last year

-26.5 below state avg

502 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-06

Kennedy Hope Academy

1.1 mi

Grades 01-12

Kennedy Day School

1.1 mi

Grades PK-12

German International School Boston

1.4 mi

Grades PK-12

C

Gardner Pilot Academy

1.5 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9

Improved 651 spots from last year

-27.3 below state avg

364 students Diverse

Grades PK-06

C-

Match Charter Public School

2.2 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2

Improved 41 spots from last year

-15 below state avg

1,189 students Diverse

Grades PK-12

The Winsor School

3.0 mi

Grades 05-12

M

Middle Schools

10 schools

Nativity Prep School

3.9 mi

Grades 05-08

F

Higginson/Lewis K-8 School

4.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6

Improved 3 spots from last year

-34.6 below state avg

213 students Diverse

Grades 03-08

Mother Caroline Academy

5.2 mi

Grades 05-08

Dearborn Middle School

5.3 mi

A

Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School

5.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9

Improved 187 spots from last year

-16.3 below state avg

1,126 students Diverse

College Ready Curriculum

Grades 05-08

Middle School Academy

5.9 mi

C

Ohrenberger School

6.5 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9

Improved 20 spots from last year

-23.3 below state avg

477 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 03-08

Epiphany School

6.6 mi

Grades 05-08

Timilty Middle

4.1 mi

Edwards Middle

5.2 mi

H

High Schools

10 schools

C-

Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School

1.0 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4

Improved 17 spots from last year

-22.8 below state avg

426 students Diverse

Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

D

Brighton High School

1.0 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3

Improved 43 spots from last year

-26.9 below state avg

667 students Diverse

11 sports • 520 athletes

Early College Program

Grades 07-12

F

Albert D Holland School of Technology

1.3 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8

Improved 28 spots from last year

-32.4 below state avg

399 students Diverse

Grades 07-12

A+

Boston Latin School

3.4 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3

Improved 61 spots from last year

+15.1 above state avg

2,424 students Very Diverse

18 sports • 2,006 athletes

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

A-

O'Bryant School of Math & Science

4.1 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1

Improved 94 spots from last year

+2.9 above state avg

1,509 students Very Diverse

High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

Newman School

4.1 mi

Grades 07-12

B-

Margarita Muniz Academy

4.1 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3

Improved 349 spots from last year

-26.9 below state avg

428 students Less Diverse

Strong AP Program

Grades 07-12

Meridian Academy

4.2 mi

Grades 06-09

D

English High School

4.4 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7

Improved 34 spots from last year

-28.5 below state avg

720 students Moderate

8 sports • 332 athletes

Career Tech Programs

Grades 07-12

B

Dearborn STEM Academy

4.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7

Improved 356 spots from last year

-26.6 below state avg

565 students Diverse

10 sports • 242 athletes

Early College Program

Grades 07-12

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
10/16/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,249,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
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Days on Market

19 days

Price per Sq Ft

$295

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$13,461	$1,162,400

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