Welcome to your new home in the heart of this lovely neighborhood in Brighton, off I-90 and close to Harvard. This is a rare chance to own a detached single-family in this vibrant Boston neighborhood. All completely renovated, this 1,800 square foot home features a spacious layout, 4 beds, 2.5 baths, a fully finished basement, extra bedroom/entertainment room, 3 off street parking spaces, and hardwood floors. Step onto your back deck and enjoy a large, tree-lined fenced in backyard that feels private and serene. Located amid rapid neighborhood growth, Harvard’s campus expansion, new restaurants, parks, bike paths, the Charles River, and local beer gardens. This is both a cozy retreat and a smart investment. Open houses on Saturday, August 16 @ 11am - 1pm and Sunday, August 17 @ 12pm - 2pm. Broker open Thursday, August 14 @ 3-4pm, feel free to bring your buyer clients. First Showings at Broker's Open House.
Sold for $1,000,000 on 09/28/25
$1,000,000
78 Litchfield St, Brighton, MA 02135
4beds
1,814sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
4,600 Square Feet Lot
$1,000,700 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$4,607 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 08, 2025 at 10:32am
Listed by:
Seth Driggin,
The Agency Boston,
Nick Rucci
Bought with:
Seth Driggin
The Agency Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73416664
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 232.5
- Dimensions: 15 x 15.5
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4
- Level: First
- Area: 52
- Dimensions: 8 x 6.5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 52.5
- Dimensions: 7 x 7.5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
- Area: 22.75
- Dimensions: 3.25 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 186
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 8 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 212.75
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 18.5
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Tray Ceiling
- Level: Basement
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Tray Ceiling(s), Office, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Bulkhead,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,814
- Total interior livable area: 1,814 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,138
- Finished area below ground: 676
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,600 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 1213315
- Zoning: 0101
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Brighton
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Estimated market value
$1,000,700