55 Leicester offers a rare opportunity in one of Brookline’s premier, private locations. Behind its grand façade and dramatic floating staircase, this expansive estate awaits its next chapter. While the home showcases soaring ceilings, walls of windows overlooking landscaped grounds, and an open, light-filled floor plan, it is ready for a visionary buyer to reimagine and restore its full potential. With 7 bedrooms, multiple lofts, en-suite baths, and smart home systems, the scale and layout already exist for a truly extraordinary residence. Signature features such as the heated driveway, limestone floors, an elevator to all levels, 5-car garage with turntable, inground pool and pool house, roof deck, and wine cellar add to the appeal. For developers, investors, or end-users willing to undertake a project, 55 Leicester is an unmatched canvas to create a world-class home in an A+ Brookline location.
Property Details
Price:
$7,695,000
MLS #:
73431286
Status:
Active
Beds:
7
Baths:
9.5
Address:
55 Leicester St
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
City:
Brookline
Listed Date:
Sep 16, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
8,921
Total Sq Ft:
8,921
ZIP:
02445
Lot Size:
41,264 sqft / 0.95 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1924
Schools
Interior
Appliances
Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Bathrooms
8 Full Bathrooms, 3 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
4
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Exterior
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Community Features
Shopping, Walk/ Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School
Exterior Features
Deck – Roof, Patio, Pool – Inground, Hot Tub/ Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway
Parking Spots
7
Security Features
Security System
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$109,891
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55 Leicester St
Brookline, MA
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