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9 Downing RoadBrookline, MA 02445

For Sale

$2,850,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $14,250

Spectacular 5800 SqFt Colonial Revival c. 1907 with unbelievable original detail throughout, built for Leonard Rhodes, a Brookline greengrocer. Grand Foyer with Princess staircase, powder room; front to back formal living room with beamed ceiling, bow windows, fireplace w/carved maple mantel and Grueby Arts & Crafts hand-painted tile frieze. Wood panelled sunroom w stone fpl & stained glass; dining room w fireplace & pocket doors to family rm w/ tapestry wall paper w/woodland scenes, ornate ceiling lighting, fpl. Eat-in kitchen with great layout includes pantry w/laundry. On the 2nd floor, 4 bdrms and 3+ baths include a front to back primary suite, plus a sitting room. 4 additional bedrooms, cedar/storage walk-in closets, and a billiard room with a hand painted mural on the 3rd. Natural woodwork, ample closets/built-ins. 14+ room, 8BRs on a large corner lot. Close to shopping, schools, 2 MBTA lines. Sellers welcome offers with requests for buyer concessions

Listed by Mary M. Wallace

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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617-293-8002

Listed by Jay Balaban

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last updated December 07, 2025

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Source: MLSPin #73410787

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodWashington Square
  • Bedrooms8
  • Bathrooms6
  • Days on Prevu135
  • Taxes$31,320/year
  • Size5,803 sqft
  • Price per sqft$491

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

12/03/2025
Price Decreased
$2,850,000
09/24/2025
Price Decreased
$2,945,000
07/29/2025
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$2,995,000

Property Details for 9 Downing Road

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Slate, Rubber, Other
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Storm Window(s)
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Colonial Revival
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Balcony

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Public

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 5,803
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Frontage Length: 226
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13,055
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 0950050000,32252
  • Tax Annual Amount: $31,320.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $3,173,300.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Marble, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Closet, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Sun Room, Sitting Room, 3/4 Bath, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Laundry Chute

Measurements

  • Living Area: 5,803
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 8
  • Rooms Total: 14

Other

Features

  • Accessibility Features: No

General

  • Exclusions: Sellers Belongings

Location

  • Subdivision Name: Salisbury Road - Corey Farm

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 3
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
  • Parking Total: 3

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Driscoll

High School

  • High School: Brookline High

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: Fuses, Knob & Tube Wiring
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms in this single-family home at 9 Downing Road.

What schools are nearby to 9 Downing Road?

Nearby schools include the Driscoll Elementary School and Brookline High.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there are 3 parking spaces available for 9 Downing Road.

What are the annual taxes for 9 Downing Road?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $31,320.

How does 9 Downing Road compare to other single-family homes in Washington Square?

This single-family home is listed 26% below the average price for single-family homes in Washington Square and has been on the market for 75 more days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 5,803 sqft.

9 Downing Road is a 8-bedroom, 6-bath single-family home for sale in Brookline MA 02445. On Prevu for 135 days at $2,850,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $95,000. This residence features 5,803 square feet of living space, located in Washington Square. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $2,037,000. Nearby schools include Driscoll Elementary School and Brookline High. The home offers private outdoor space, dishwasher, parking, swimming pool, and washer/dryer. View other single-family home listings in Norfolk County.

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