394 Vfw Pkwy Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
South Brookline Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,257
Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- Baker School Rated A
- Solar Power System
- 4-minute walk to Hynes Field
About This Home
As of July 2025Rare opportunity to own an expanded Garrison Colonial on a 13,500 sqft lot in Brookline’s desirable Chestnut Hill. First floor features an ideal layout w/attached two-car garage, mudroom, kitchen, dining & living rooms, plus an inviting den w/original woodwork & built-ins. Upstairs offers a primary suite w/en suite bath, walk-in closet, & bonus nursery/office w/skylights & vaulted ceilings plus two spacious bedrooms & a full bath. Finished basement includes a laundry room & flexible space for a gym, playroom, or home office. A walk-up attic provides abundant storage. Step outside to a truly exceptional backyard—lush gardens, curated flowers, & a large patio create a perfect space for entertaining or relaxing - a private outdoor retreat rarely found in this neighborhood. Located just moments from Allandale Farm, Chestnut Hill’s shops, restaurants & convenient public transit access, this home effortlessly blends serene suburban living with urban accessibility.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,572
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Garrison Architecture
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Baker Elementary And Middle School
- Brookline High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 42251
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2009
Sold by
Herberich Douglas R and Chelminiak Lee A
Bought by
Lee A Chelminiak Ret
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1993
Sold by
Devlin Kenneth F and Devlin Kathleen A
Bought by
Herberich Douglas R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
7.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 3, 1991
Sold by
Dime Sb Ny
Bought by
Devlin Kenneth F and Devlin Kathleen A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,600
Interest Rate
9.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 1987
Sold by
Gould Robert J
Bought by
Emmanuel Haynes J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,400
Interest Rate
9.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $235,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $132,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $248,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $105,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $198,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Sold | $1,525,000 | 0.0% | $468 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | For Sale | $1,525,000 | -- | $468 / Sq Ft |
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 | $12,432 | $1,259,600 | $595,600 | $664,000 |
| 2024 | $11,850 | $1,212,900 | $572,700 | $640,200 |
| 2023 | $10,877 | $1,091,000 | $464,400 | $626,600 |
| 2022 | $10,586 | $1,038,900 | $442,200 | $596,700 |
| 2021 | $9,790 | $999,000 | $425,200 | $573,800 |
| 2020 | $8,998 | $952,200 | $386,600 | $565,600 |
| 2019 | $8,498 | $906,900 | $368,200 | $538,700 |
| 2018 | $8,321 | $879,600 | $359,800 | $519,800 |
| 2017 | $8,197 | $829,700 | $339,300 | $490,400 |
| 2016 | $8,080 | $775,400 | $317,100 | $458,300 |
| 2015 | $7,740 | $724,700 | $296,400 | $428,300 |
| 2014 | $6,670 | $585,600 | $272,600 | $313,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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B
Seller's Agent in 2025
Beth Damon
Donnelly + Co.
(207) 240-6734
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Charlotte Polk
Donnelly + Co.
(781) 264-8546
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73370448
APN: BROO-000378-000003-000005
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