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Listing broker remarks

Magnificent estate on one of Brookline’s most beautiful residential streets, blending timeless architecture with modern luxury. Expansive first floor features elegant period details, grand entertaining rooms, an impressive foyer, custom chef’s kitchen, and spacious family room, with a covered porch and large deck extending the living space outdoors. The home offers a palatial primary suite with fireplace, multiple closets, & a spa-like bath, along with additional en-suite bedrooms and a third-floor recreation space.The fully finished lower level includes a kitchen, gym, theater, recreation room, additional bedrooms, and full bath. Additional highlights include radiant heated floors, smart home technology, and an oversized double-depth garage accommodating up to six cars. Set on nearly one acre of beautifully landscaped grounds w/ a swimming pool, clay tennis court, and heated driveway and walkways for snowmelt. An exceptional residence offering luxury, privacy, extraordinary amenities.— Serhant

Key details

  • 9,500 sq ft
  • 37,309 lot sq ft
  • 7 beds
  • 6 baths
  • 1912 built
  • $1,000 / sq ft
  • $80,710 2926 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
355 Buckminster Road
Town
Brookline, MA
ZIP
02445
Deed (Bk/Pg)
30784 / 571

Historic designations

National Register
Stearns, R. H. House · includes BKL.N

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Neighborhood: Brookline

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.