Brookline market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Brookline, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 21, 2026.
Currently for sale in Brookline
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Recently sold in Brookline
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Brookline
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Brookline's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student:teacher ratio
- 9.8:1
- District
- Brookline
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student:teacher ratio
- 8.2:1
- District
- Boston
- Enrollment
- 2,087
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
- District
- Brookline
Commute
Real drive time from Brookline's center to Downtown Boston.
Current Weather
Live conditions in Brookline, from Boston, Logan International Airport.
Cities near Brookline
ZIP codes in Brookline
Brookline real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Brookline right now?+
There are currently 886 active listings in Brookline, Massachusetts, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Brookline?+
The median list price for active listings in Brookline is $8,950. Homes are spending an average of 105 days on market.
Is Brookline's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Brookline have fallen 8.2% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Brookline?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Brookline are Chestnut Hill, Fisher Hill, Estate Area.
What schools serve Brookline?+
The closest public schools to Brookline's center are William H Lincoln, James P Timilty Middle, Brookline High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Brookline walkable?+
Brookline's center has a walkability score of 85 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.
What is the commute like from Brookline?+
The typical drive from Brookline's center to Downtown Boston is about 24 minutes (8.1 miles).