MINT CONDITION, COMPLETELY TURN-KEY AND BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED, this light-filled home is truly move-in ready and impeccably maintained. Set on a quiet, street, it has a wonderful sense of privacy and feels like a tree house, with lovely views of the surrounding greenery from inside. Central air, great systems and double-pane windows add to the home's comfort and efficiency. The home is wonderfully connected to the outdoors, with views, natural light and easy access to the expansive backyard and deck. The updated eat-in kitchen opens to a beautiful family room with a cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace and a door to the amazing backyard. A gracious fireplaced living room and separate dining room with sliders to a large deck continue the home's easy connection to the outdoors.Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms, with the ability to expand the living space if desired. The exceptionally large, level, fully fenced backyard is a rare find, with plenty of room for play, gardening and outdoor enjoyment, along with a dedicated garden area and storage shed. The lower level offers flexible space for a play area or home office, while an oversized one-car garage provides excellent additional storage and convenience.A home in this condition, with this setting and this backyard, is a rare find. It truly must be seen to be appreciated, what you cannot appreciate from the street is just how bright, private and special this home feels once inside.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
8,786 sq ftLot Size
$516Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Coleman Group• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Listed by Charla Coleman• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Brattle, located between Arlington Center and the Cambridge line, is a residential and walkable Arlington neighborhood with leafy side streets and a village-style commercial strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Massachusetts Avenue at Brattle Street, where cafés, bakeries, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Housing reads as classic Greater Boston: tidy Colonials, multifamily homes, and porch-fronted streetscapes. Spy Pond Park adds water views and a loop of paths that shape daily routines. The Minuteman Bikeway threads nearby, linking errands to longer rides. Capitol Theatre and Kickstand Cafe serve as familiar local anchors.
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Offer insights
159 Brattle St · $998,000
$1.04M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.04M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
9 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.3%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floorplan with vaulted and cathedral ceilings in family room
Sunken family room
Wired for sound
Play room
Overhead and pendant lighting
Picture windows
Insulated windows with screens
Two fireplaces (living room and family room)
Partial finished basement
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the second floor with hardwood flooring and closet
Second bedroom on the second floor with hardwood flooring and closet
Third bedroom on the second floor with hardwood flooring and closet
Bathrooms
One full bathroom (second floor) with tiled tub/shower, stone/ceramic tile flooring, sconce and overhead lighting
One half bathroom (first floor) with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with stone/granite countertops
Kitchen island
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove and range
Range hood
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dining area and pendant/overhead lighting
Picture window
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Washer hookup and electric dryer hookup
Laundry located in basement with walk-in storage and overhead lighting
Tankless and gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood floors throughout primary living areas and bedrooms
Stone/ceramic tile in kitchen and bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Wood deck
Fenced yard with garden and stone wall
Professional landscaping
Rain gutters
Exterior storage
Screens
Paved driveway and paved off-street parking
Public road frontage on a paved, publicly maintained road
Home design
Single family residence
Frame construction
Grey exterior color
Renovated since original construction
Parking
Attached garage with 1 covered garage space and garage door opener
Workshop and storage in garage
Under-garage parking
Three open parking spaces (total 4 parking spaces)
Paved drive and off-street parking
Construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built originally and later renovated (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
100 amp electric service
Gas available for range; electric oven and electric dryer provisions
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby include public transportation, shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, tennis courts, bike path, conservation area, highway access, medical facility, laundromat, and schools
Electricity and solar
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Arlington, MA • 02474
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Arlington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 159 Brattle St
$1,154,674
$157K over list price of $998K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $930K to $1.3M.