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Status: Sold

178 Ivy Street Brookline

MA 02446

$4,650,000

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms4 full · 1 half
Living area3,560 sq ft
Parking2

Local context for 178 Ivy Street Brookline

School boundaries and zoning can change. Confirm current assignment and permitted use with the Town of Brookline for this address.

Neighborhood
Cottage Farm
Elementary school
Amos A. Lawrence
School buffer zone
Ridley / Lawrence
School assignment
Confirm assignment with the Public Schools of Brookline.
Zoning code
S-7
Historic district
Cottage Farm
Zoning description
SINGLE-FAMILY
Zoning category
Single Family
Zoning minimum lot
7,000 sq ft
Voting precinct
1
Voting location
BU-Wheelock College, 43 Hawes Street, (Monmouth Street Entrance)

About 178 Ivy Street Brookline

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.

Property details for 178 Ivy Street Brookline

Total rooms
9
Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
4
Half bathrooms
1
Living area
3,560 sq ft
Lot size (acres)
0.44 acres
Lot size (square feet)
19,162 sq ft
Total parking spaces
2
Garage spaces
0
Parking features
Paved Drive, On Street, Paved
Listing ID
73373524
Postal code
02446
Year built
1917
Basement
Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Features at 178 Ivy Street Brookline

Heating
Central, Forced Air, Hydro Air
Fireplaces
1
Association
No
Fee frequency
monthly
Elevator
No
Cooling
Central Air
Private pool
No
Waterfront
No
Complex complete
No

Utilities & financials for 178 Ivy Street Brookline

Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Annual tax
$36,538
Assessed value
$3,701,900
Tax year
2025

Disclosures for 178 Ivy Street Brookline

Disclosures
Ask agent regarding easement.
Property attached
No
Sq. ft. includes basement
No

Listing history & source for 178 Ivy Street Brookline

List date
May 13, 2025
Off market date
September 1, 2026
Under agreement date
September 1, 2026
Sold date
September 10, 2026
Original list price
$5,985,000
Sold price
$4,650,000
Sold price per square foot
$1,306.18 / sq ft
Listing office
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Listing agent
Maggie Gold Seelig
Buyer's office
Engel & Volkers Boston
Buyer's agent
Rodney Scott
Last updated
September 10, 2026
Data source
MLS PIN
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