Interior Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Door FeaturesStorm Door(s)
- FlooringTile, Carpet, Laminate
- Window FeaturesInsulated Windows
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$549,000↓ $16K price cut 09-09-2026
12 James St Unit B, Brookline, MA 02446 Brookline
CONDO
Home Highlights
Renovated
Finished Basement770 finished sq ft
11% Below Area $/Sq Ft$713 vs $800, the Brookline median
Minimal Flood RiskFEMA Zone X (unshaded)
About This Home
In the center of the action in vibrant Coolidge Corner, this unique condo combines a premier location with one-floor living, in a beautiful brick building on a highly coveted street. Freshly painted and in fantastic condition, this home stands out as a true gem. The gracious open floor plan offers connection between the spacious living room and dining room, while the kitchen presents a variety of tastefully arranged options for the cooking connoisseur, and newer appliances. Many windows allow light from east and west exposures. Large walk-in storage pantry, in-building laundry just a few steps outside the back door, and extra storage included. Wonderfully proportioned rooms allow flexibility for work-at-home space, while an exclusive entrance from the driveway offers privacy. Coolidge Corner shops, restaurants, grocery, movie theater, parks, the Longwood Medical area, and the T - MBTA Green Line right around the corner. Ridley School. Transferable rental parking available; condo association has a waiting list for parking in the parking area behind the building. Perfect for an owner-occupant or an investor! ****See photos, 3D Tour, walk-through video, floor plans and more
Read moreKey Details
MLS #73556085
Monthly HOA$478
Price / Sq Ft$713
Property TypeCondo
Subdivision
Tax (2026)$5,822
Assessed Value$568,600
How This Home Compares
vs. the 288 homes for sale in BrooklinePrice$549,000
Median $1,649,500
$350,000
$36,000,000
67% below the median Brookline home ($1,649,500).
Price per Sq Ft$713
Median $800
$424
$1,887
11% below the median Brookline home ($800).
Home Size770 sq ft
Median 1,815 sq ft
405 sq ft
45,935 sq ft
58% smaller than the median Brookline home (1,815 sq ft).
Lot Size0.18 acres
Median 0.30 acres
0.02 acres
22.96 acres
39% smaller than the median Brookline home (0.30 acres).
Days on Market82 days
Median 55 days
0 days
375 days
On the market longer than most homes here (55 days median).
12 James St Unit B at a Glance
MLS# 73556085
Offered at $549,000, this 1 bed, 1 bath home has 770 square feet of living space and was built in 1928. It sits in Brookline, zoned for Florida Ruffin Ridley School and Brookline High School.
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Property Details
Kitchen and Appliances
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Laundry FeaturesIn Basement, Common Area, In Building
- Dining Room Dimensions10' X 12'
- Dining Room LevelFirst
- Dining Room Sqft120
- Kitchen Dimensions12' X 10'
- Kitchen LevelFirst
- Kitchen Sqft120
Exterior and Lot
- Professional Landscaping
Garage and Parking
- Parking FeaturesAssigned, Leased
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living770
- Year Built1928
- BelowGradeFinishedArea770
- Building Area Total770
- Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Building Name12-14 James Street Condominium
- Common WallsEnd Unit
- Construction MaterialsBrick, Stone
- Entry LocationUnit Placement(Street,Front,Partially Below Grade)
- Property Age98
- Property Attached
- RoofRubber
- Levels or Stories1
- Building Total Stories1
- Structure TypeMid-Rise
- Year Built DetailsApproximate,Renovated Since
- Year Built Effective2000
- Year Built SourcePublic Records
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bedrooms1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions16' X 11'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft176
- Primary Bedroom LevelFirst
- Total Bathrooms1
- Full Bathrooms1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions5' X 7'
- Bathroom 1 Sqft35
- Bathroom 1 LevelFirst
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms4
- Living Room Dimensions17' X 11'
- Living Room Sqft187
- Entry Foyer Level1
- Living Room LevelFirst
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling FeaturesWindow Unit(s)
- Heating FeaturesCentral, Hot Water, Common
- Heating
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres0.181703
- Lot Size Square Feet7,915
Homeowners Association
- Association
- Association AmenitiesHot Water, Laundry, Storage
- Association Fee478
- Association Fee FrequencyMonthly
- Association Fee IncludesHeat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees478
- Pets Allowed
School Information
- Elementary SchoolFlorida Ruffin Ridley
- High SchoolBrookline High School
Multi-Unit Info
- Number of Units10
Amenities and Community Features
- Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount5,822
- City RegionCoolidge Corner
- Source Listing StatusActive
- CountyNorfolk County
- DirectionsBeacon Street to James Street
- Tax Year2026
- Source Property TypeResidential
- ExclusionsStorage Rack Bolted to the Back Door. Two Tvs and Their Mounts, In the Living Room.
- Home WarrantyNo
- AreaCoolidge Corner
- Property SubtypeCondo
- Source NeighborhoodCoolidge Corner
- Parcel Number4106426
- ZoningM-1.5
- Property SubtypeCondominium
Utilities
- ElectricCircuit Breakers
- SewerPublic Sewer
- For Gas Range
- Water SourcePublic
Home Features
- Security FeaturesIntercom
Schools Zoned for This Home
Brookline School District
elementary & middle · K-8Photo: webFlorida Ruffin Ridley School
8/10
high · 9-12Photo: webBrookline High School
8/10
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Price History
Listed For
$549,000on 09-09-2026
Last Sold $515,000 on 08-26-2021
First Recorded Sale $217,000 in 2000
SoldListed
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-09-2026MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $549,000 | −$16,000−2.8% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $565,000 | +$50,000+9.7% |
| 08-26-2021MLSSold | Sold | $515,000 | +$216,000+72.2% |
| 06-25-2004Public RecordSold | Sold | $299,000 | +$82,000+37.8% |
| 08-23-2000Public RecordSold | Sold | $217,000 | — |
2026 Property Tax
$5,822per year
Assessed Value $568,600
Tax records back to 2003
| Year | Property Tax | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,822 | $568,600 |
| 2024 | $5,332 | $545,800 |
| 2023 | $5,557 | $557,400 |
| 2022 | $5,569 | $546,500 |
| 2021 | $5,303 | $541,100 |
| 2020 | $5,062 | $535,700 |
| 2019 | $4,781 | $510,200 |
| 2018 | $4,393 | $464,400 |
| 2017 | $4,248 | $430,000 |
| 2016 | $4,073 | $390,900 |
| 2015 | $3,796 | $355,400 |
| 2014 | $3,570 | $313,400 |
| 2006 | $2,520 | $263,900 |
| 2005 | $2,437 | $238,200 |
| 2004 | $2,366 | $222,600 |
| 2003 | $2,332 | $208,000 |
Sale prices from public records; list prices from the MLS. Taxes shown are for the prior owner and can change after a sale.
12 James St Unit B FAQ
At $549,000, the asking price of 12 James St Unit B is 66.7% below the median asking price of $1,649,500 for homes for sale in Brookline.
- Its price per square foot is $713, 10.9% below the median of $800 for homes for sale in Brookline.
- That is the 76th lowest price per square foot of the 284 homes for sale in Brookline that list their size.
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