Landlord's Agent in 2025
Michelle Quinn
Insight Realty Group, Inc.
(508) 948-5642
1 in this area
62 Total Sales
38 Cumberland Ave Brookline, MA 02445
Brookline Village Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,488
Sq Ft
$883
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Home Theater
- Landscaped Professionally
- William H. Lincoln School Rated A+
- Fruit Trees
- 5-minute walk to Harry Downes Playground and Field
About This Home
As of September 2025Short term furnished summer rental on Historic Pill Hill in Brookline. One of a kind, art filled contemporary home is an oasis of calm near the bustling city. Soaring ceilings & incredible natural light define the main living area including large living room w fireplace & piano, and a dining room that is open to chef’s kitchen. The back of the living room is a wall of glass w doors that open to an expansive deck overlooking an amazing & very private backyard w spectacular landscaping and its own Japanese tea garden. Main level also has a bedroom wing w primary suite, two additional offices or guest spaces, and another full bath. Lower level has a media room, guest suite, home office w more amazing views of the yard, third full bath, home sauna, and access to two car garage. Convenient to everything: Minutes to Brookline Village, Longwood medical area, Coolidge Corner, Route 9 and D & E subway lines into Boston. Minutes to the Emerald Necklace walking & bike paths as well.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,840
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sprinkler System
- Fruit Trees
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2,488 Sq Ft Home
- Decorative Lighting
- 1 Fireplace
- Home Theater
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Gazebo
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- BHS High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $8,500
- Property Available on 6/1/24
- Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, gas, water, sewer, trash collection, gardener, extra storage, garden area, cable TV, furnishings (see remarks), air conditioning, laundry facilities, parking, internet
- Assessor Parcel Number 40536
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2025
Sold by
Leader Gerald C and Aptekar Lucille
Bought by
Aptekar-Leader Ft and Aptekar
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2012
Sold by
Leader Gerald C and Aptekar Lucille
Bought by
Leader Gerald C and Aptekar Lucille
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 1991
Sold by
Graham Patricia F
Bought by
Leader Gerald C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,250
Interest Rate
9.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aptekar-Leader Ft | -- | -- | |
| Leader Gerald C | -- | -- | |
| Leader Gerald C | -- | -- | |
| Leader Gerald C | $345,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Aptekar Lucille | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Aptekar Lucille | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Leader Gerald C | $195,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Leader Gerald C | $202,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Leader Gerald C | $191,250 | |
| Closed | Leader Gerald C | $54,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2025 09/01/25 | Rented | $8,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Price Changed | $8,500 | -15.0% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2025 02/24/25 | For Rent | $10,000 | +11.1% | -- |
| 10/08/2024 10/08/24 | Off Market | $9,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2024 06/30/24 | Rented | $15,678 | +74.2% | -- |
| 06/07/2024 06/07/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2024 05/08/24 | For Rent | $9,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/15/2024 03/15/24 | For Rent | $9,000 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,840 | $2,111,400 | $1,595,100 | $516,300 |
| 2024 | $19,828 | $2,029,500 | $1,533,800 | $495,700 |
| 2023 | $16,682 | $1,673,200 | $1,189,400 | $483,800 |
| 2022 | $16,238 | $1,593,500 | $1,132,800 | $460,700 |
| 2021 | $15,016 | $1,532,200 | $1,089,200 | $443,000 |
| 2020 | $13,478 | $1,426,200 | $990,200 | $436,000 |
| 2019 | $12,726 | $1,358,200 | $943,000 | $415,200 |
| 2018 | $12,386 | $1,309,300 | $853,000 | $456,300 |
| 2017 | $12,204 | $1,235,200 | $804,800 | $430,400 |
| 2016 | $12,029 | $1,154,400 | $752,100 | $402,300 |
| 2015 | $11,523 | $1,078,900 | $702,900 | $376,000 |
| 2014 | $11,256 | $988,200 | $639,000 | $349,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michelle Quinn
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73337600
APN: BROO-000299-000046
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