55 Leicester presents a RARE offering in one of Brookline’s premier, private locations, now offered at a price point rarely matched for a home of this caliber. Behind its grand façade, this extraordinary estate awaits its next chapter. Repositioned at $6,395,000 — a significant adjustment representing compelling value for the size and location — it stands among the most attractive listings currently available in Brookline. The home showcases soaring ceilings, walls of windows overlooking landscaped grounds, and an open, light-filled floor plan. The scale and layout exists for a visionary buyer to reimagine and restore its full potential. Signature luxurious features such as the heated driveway, limestone floors, an elevator to all levels, 5-car garage, in-ground pool, roof deck, and wine cellar further elevate the appeal. For developers, investors, or end-users, 55 Leicester is an unmatched canvas to create a world-class residence in an A+ Brookline location.
For sale
Price cut: $1.3M (2/4)
$6,395,000
55 Leicester St, Brookline, MA 02445
7beds
8,921sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.95 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$717/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
In-ground poolRoof deckHeated drivewayElevator to all levelsWine cellarSoaring ceilingsLimestone floors
- 48 days |
- 2,402 |
- 64 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 18, 2026 at 01:12pm
Listed by:
The Sarkis Team 617-875-4950,
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team 617-875-4950
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73474446
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 11
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Features
- Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Elevator
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,921
- Total interior livable area: 8,921 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 8,921
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Water
Lot
- Size: 0.95 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: B:254 L:0013 S:0000,38869
- Zoning: S15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $717/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $11,133,800
- Annual tax amount: $109,891
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$7,852/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $6,395,000-16.9%$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73474446 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Price change | $7,695,000-3.8%$863/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73431286 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,995,000+14.2%$896/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73431286 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $7,000,000-30%$785/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2017 | Price change | $9,995,000-4.8%$1,120/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72102970 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2017 | Price change | $10,500,000-18%$1,177/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72102970 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2016 | Listed for sale | $12,800,000+524.4%$1,435/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72102970 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/1994 | Sold | $2,050,000$230/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $109,891 +3.8% | $11,133,800 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $105,888 +9.7% | $10,838,100 +12% |
| 2023 | $96,512 +2.7% | $9,680,200 +5% |
| 2022 | $93,944 +8.1% | $9,219,200 +4% |
| 2021 | $86,873 +7.2% | $8,864,600 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $81,019 +5.9% | $8,573,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $76,508 -1.6% | $8,165,200 -0.6% |
| 2018 | $77,748 +1.5% | $8,218,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $76,603 +2.3% | $7,753,300 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $74,876 +4% | $7,185,800 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $71,987 -2.5% | $6,740,400 +4% |
| 2014 | $73,849 +0.7% | $6,483,700 +3% |
| 2013 | $73,336 +2.2% | $6,294,900 |
| 2012 | $71,762 +7.6% | $6,294,900 +6.6% |
| 2011 | $66,699 +3.7% | $5,902,600 +0.6% |
| 2010 | $64,348 +2.1% | $5,865,800 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $63,054 +6% | $5,898,400 +0.9% |
| 2008 | $59,508 +0.4% | $5,845,600 -4% |
| 2007 | $59,248 +1.9% | $6,089,200 0% |
| 2006 | $58,157 -3.8% | $6,089,700 +3.1% |
| 2005 | $60,440 +3% | $5,908,100 +7% |
| 2004 | $58,696 +4.3% | $5,521,700 +10% |
| 2003 | $56,271 +20% | $5,019,700 +38.1% |
| 2002 | $46,884 +11.6% | $3,634,400 +46.2% |
| 1999 | $42,023 | $2,485,100 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$38,069/mo
Principal & interest
$32633
Property taxes
$5436
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Neighborhood: Fisher Hill
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- 8/10John D Runkle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Roland Hayes SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
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