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.
For sale
$5,985,000
178 Ivy St, Brookline, MA 02446
4beds
3,560sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
0.44 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,681/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized deckSpa-like bathFormer carriage houseOpen planPrivate roadTranquil primary suiteSerene views
- 154 days |
- 2,156 |
- 77 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 03:38pm
Listed by:
Maggie Gold Seelig 617-645-4999,
MGS Group Real Estate LTD 617-714-4544,
Rachel Goldman 617-302-8292
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73373524
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Hydro Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Cooktop, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,560
- Total interior livable area: 3,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,810
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, On Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Easements
Details
- Parcel number: B:012 L:0004 S:0001,28617
- Zoning: S-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Carriage House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Community & HOA
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
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,681/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,701,900
- Annual tax amount: $36,538
- Date on market: 10/19/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$6,969/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,985,000+71%$1,681/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73373524 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2022 | Sold | $3,500,000+7.9%$983/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72899952 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2021 | Listed for sale | $3,245,000-13.4%$912/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72899952 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2021 | Listing removed | $3,745,000$1,052/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72819612 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $3,745,000$1,052/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72819612 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,538 +5% | $3,701,900 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $34,796 +9.1% | $3,561,500 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $31,885 +2.7% | $3,198,100 +5% |
| 2022 | $31,036 +8.1% | $3,045,700 +4% |
| 2021 | $28,700 +11.5% | $2,928,600 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $25,733 +5.9% | $2,723,100 +5% |
| 2019 | $24,300 +10.2% | $2,593,400 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $22,055 -4.3% | $2,331,400 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $23,052 +1.5% | $2,333,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $22,722 +4.4% | $2,180,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $21,765 -1.4% | $2,037,900 +5.2% |
| 2014 | $22,072 +0.7% | $1,937,800 +3% |
| 2013 | $21,918 +2.2% | $1,881,400 |
| 2012 | $21,448 -0.4% | $1,881,400 -1.3% |
| 2011 | $21,531 +3% | $1,905,400 |
| 2010 | $20,902 +2.6% | $1,905,400 |
| 2009 | $20,369 +10.6% | $1,905,400 +5.3% |
| 2008 | $18,415 +0.4% | $1,808,900 -4% |
| 2007 | $18,334 +1.9% | $1,884,300 |
| 2006 | $17,995 +17.2% | $1,884,300 +25.5% |
| 2005 | $15,357 +3% | $1,501,200 +7% |
| 2004 | $14,915 +4.3% | $1,403,100 +10% |
| 2003 | $14,298 -2.5% | $1,275,500 +12.2% |
| 2002 | $14,669 +2% | $1,137,100 +33.7% |
| 1999 | $14,387 | $850,800 |
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Est. payment
$35,121/mo
Principal & interest
$30034
Property taxes
$5087
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Neighborhood: 02446
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lawrence SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Florida Ruffin Ridley SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lawrence/Ridley
- Middle: Lawrence/Ridley
- High: Brookline High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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