Brenda van der Merwe

MLS Number 72224474

Condo or Co-op
Bedrooms 3
Bathroom 5
Square Feet 4,283
Neighborhood Chestnut Hill

The Farm at Chestnut Hill. Rarely available floor-through penthouse with 4283 sqft of luxurious living space awaits your personal design innovations. Twelve-foot ceilings, marble floors, curved pocket doors, and expansive rooms provide limitless possibilities for opulent living. The master suite features separate his and hers en suite baths, with separate walk-in closet dressing rooms. Three or four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, family room, and a large library with floor-to-ceiling builtins offers possibility for a fourth bedroom. Two private balconies offer spectacular views of the pond, waterfall, private club house, and the surrounding natural setting on over 14 acres of pristine manicured grounds. Granite kitchen with double Sub-Zero and breakfast area. Enjoy walking trails, in-ground pool, sauna, exercise room, tennis court, and living in close proximity to three large thriving shopping centers, movie theater, health clubs, and medical facilities. Three garage parking spots!

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Newton, MA28 Gralynn Road

Sale Price$2,500,000

MLS Number 72395557

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 6
Rooms 13
Bedrooms 6
Acreage 0.22

Ward School. This exceptional 13 rm recently renovated and restored (2018) English Tudor, situated on landscaped grnds, has preserved its architectural integrity with respectful updates that reflect today's lifestyle. The light filled harmonious neutral interior & versatile floor plan is highlighted by crown moldings, new windows, hrdwd flrs, custom lighting and spacious rms. An expansive kit. features custom cab, marble counters, center island, adjoining famrm. & mudrm. The gracious dinrm w/ access to deck, step-down livrm w/frpl & study w/ access to screened porch are perfect for gatherings. Stunning master suite w/ walk in closet and luxurious master bath, plus 3 additional bedrms, (one w/ ensuite bath) & full bth.The 3rd flr, offers an additional bedrm, bath & fabulous bonus rm. The fin. lower consists of a bedrm, bath, game rm and access to 2 car gar. Two laundry areas. New systems include, heat, elect, central AC, irrigation. Easy access to schools, turnpike, shops, trans.

Listed by Brenda Krasnow of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Brookline, MA160 Fairway Road, Chestnut Hill

Sale Price$2,400,000

MLS Number 72073333

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 4
Rooms 11
Bedrooms 5
Acreage 0.38

This substantial 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home, on a .38 acre lot, was custom built new in 2015. Designed with a contemporary & warm pallet, this home was produced in one of the most sought after Chestnut Hill neighborhoods. The house is remarkable in nature with its open concept, impeccable custom design & substantial curb appeal. With a very Scandinavian touch, the abundant oversized windows & 10'-16' ceiling heights throughout offer a natural rhythm shared with the exterior, a design that prioritizes quality of light, space & energy efficiency. The entire home is serviced by a 96% efficient Uponor quick-track hydro radiant flr injection system on 4 separate zones.The professional kitchen features SubZero, Wolf & Thermadore appliances,custom maple cabinets & 2' mitered Quartz counters. The home enjoys a remarkable blend of neutral earth tones, ledge stone accents, maple woods, plaster returned windows, a cedar wall, clear story windows, metal roof, & a 2 car attached garage.

Listed by Manuel Davis & Kristy Ganong and Manuel Davis of Advisors Living - Back Bay

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Newton, MA34 Dorothy Road, Newton Center

Sale Price$2,340,000

MLS Number 72693361

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 7
Rooms 12
Bedrooms 6
Acreage 0.37

Newly updated young colonial on a tree-lined cul-de-sac! This spectacular house with 6 bedrooms, 6 full/1half baths, extensive custom moldings, tray ceilings & high end finishes will pleasantly surprise you... Chef's kitchen with island, bar & breakfast areas opens to a spacious family room with fireplace & sliding doors to patio... Large dining room... Living room with second fireplace... First level bedroom with ensuite bath can serve as an office... Fabulous master suite with sitting or office area & spa-like bath. Three additional large bedrooms on 2nd level... Second level laundry room... Spacious 3rd level bedroom with bath and playroom/office have great ceiling height... Lower Level offers wine cellar, bar area, play area & movie corner, as well as full bathroom and cedar closet... Mudroom off the 2-car heated garage... Large level yard with professional landscaping... Prime location close to schools, parks, easy commute into Boston.. Open house Sunday 1:30-3:00 by appointments.

Listed by The Matskevich Group, Lev Matskevich and Yelena Matskevich of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Brookline, MA167 Laurel Road

Sale Price$2,300,000

MLS Number 72162599

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 5
Rooms 10
Bedrooms 4
Acreage 0.62

A beautiful Mid-century Ranch that was significantly renovated in 2005 - interior and exterior - with top of the line appliances and custom European cabinetry. The home offers a sophisticated, sun-flooded open floor plan. All Bedrooms en-suite. Stunningly manicured front and rear yard offers a private setting. Located in the most sought after area of Chestnut Hill. Walking distance to luxury boutiques, deluxe movie theater, restaurants, high-end gyms. 10 minutes drive to the heart of Boston.

Listed by Shifteh Fahr of Keller Williams Realty

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Boston, MA40 Lake Street, Brighton

Sale Price$2,245,000

MLS Number 72693847

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 4
Rooms 16
Bedrooms 8
Acreage 0.26

Rarely available breathtaking grand mansion adjacent to Boston College on the Chestnut Hill line offers a unique opportunity to experience a fine estate home that has been owned and cherished by the same family for over 60 years. The home is replete with original details including walnut crown moldings and pocket doors, poplar and also white oak stair treads, handmade Norwegian brick, copper gutters and downspouts, and the finest quality Black Monson slate roof. Two additional accessory units, both will full kitchens and baths, offer multi-generational living with a separate entrance and address, or additional rental income. Recent updates include the main kitchen, many replacement windows, new patio and sprinklers, and newly refinished floors. Close proximity to Chandler Pond, Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, and the Boston College T stop.Two driveways offer privacy and convenience; large direct-entry two-car garage under the house completes the offering.

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Oak Realty

Newton, MA63 AVONDALE Road

Sale Price$2,100,000

MLS Number 72146686

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 6
Rooms 12
Bedrooms 6
Acreage 0.2

Exceptional young colonial in the "heart" of Newton.This wonderful home is replete with every possible amenity.Rich details abound and welcome you the moment you set foot in the foyer.Traditional Living Room and Family Room with large fireplaces and custom built ins are both bathed in natural light.Large Dining Room with beamed ceiling leads into custom gourmet Kitchen with high end appliance.Second floor Master Suite has everything you could ever want:Fireplace,built out walk in closet,luxurious master bath,the list goes on.Second floor also boasts two additional large bedrooms with bathroom.Third floor Teen hideaway with two additional bedrooms.Basement is fully finished with bead board wainscoting,a wet bar for entertaining.Two car detached garage with carriage house style suite perfect for an in-law apartment,professional office,or drafting room.The home is sited on a beautiful level lot with mature plantings,private stone patio with fireplace,and a location that can't be beat!

Listed by Samantha Stumpo of New Brook Realty Group, LLC

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Newton, MA222 Baldpate Hill Road

Sale Price$2,075,000

MLS Number 72417816

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 4
Rooms 10
Bedrooms 5
Acreage 0.58

Beautiful arts & crafts style contemporary home on much sought after Baldpate Hill, on over half acre of land with sprawling back yard. Features open concept living with vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen with large island and banquette seating, beautiful fire-placed living/dining room with flexible layout, sunroom/study and fabulous deck... all overlooking lush lawn with stunning scenic views. 2nd floor features 5 bedrooms including en-suite and luxurious master suite with two walk-in closets, private deck, and brand new custom porcelain bathroom with double vanity, tub, steam rainshower and heated towel rack. Lower level features another living room with sliders out to patio, large recreation room perfect for gym, playroom or media room, plus a full bath and office/au pair room. Central air & two car garage. Fabulous location close to Chestnut Hill and its many shops and restaurants including the Mall, the Street, Superlux Movie Theatre, Wegman's, Lifetime Fitness and more!

Listed by Melanie K. Fleet of Keller Williams Realty

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Brookline, MA98 Lancaster Terrace

Sale Price$1,925,000

MLS Number 72558219

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 3
Rooms 12
Bedrooms 5
Acreage 0.18

Located in the much sought-after Corey Hill neighborhood, this majestic Colonial Revival-style residence, with an inviting wrap-around porch, offers over 3,803 square feet of elegant living. Built in 1903, many of the architectural details reflect the beauty and craftsmanship of the era. The welcoming foyer, with oak wainscoting and staircase, leads to a double living room anchored with a large wood-burning fireplace, and a dining room with wainscoting,a decorative fireplace, and large windows overlooking the lovely back garden. A bright eat-in kitchen has access to a deck with delightful garden views. Also, on the main level is a powder room. The 2nd-floor landing is splendid with stained glass windows and gracious oak railings leading to 5 rooms for flexible use. There are 2 bedrooms,office, den,and bath on the third level. 3-to-4 tandem parking spaces are included. This property is in the Driscoll School district, convenient to parks, shops, restaurants, and MBTA C line.

Listed by Lynette Glover and Amy Fridhi of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Newton, MA99 Florence Street, Unit 60-4C, Chestnut Hill

Sale Price$1,925,000

MLS Number 72283091

Condo or Co-op
Bedrooms 3
Bathroom 3
Square Feet 2,741
Neighborhood Chestnut Hill

Rare offering of an elegant and sophisticated home at The Farm at Chestnut Hill. This exquisitely decorated, beautifully designed floor-through corner unit with 2741 sqft of impeccably maintained living space awaits you. The tremendous master suite features gorgeous built-ins, a magnificent walk-in closet and dressing room, and en suite five-piece bath. The second bedroom also features an en suite bath, and the third bedroom is currently appointed as a large library with impressive floor-to-ceiling built-ins. Granite kitchen with breakfast bar and center island open to formal dining room. Enter from your private elevator entrance, and luxuriate in spectacular views of the lush greenery of the surrounding natural setting on over 14 acres of pristine manicured grounds. Enjoy walking trails, in-ground pool, sauna, exercise room, tennis court, and living in close proximity to three large thriving shopping centers, movie theater, health clubs, medical facilities. Three garage parking spots!

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Brookline, MA478 Clinton Road

Sale Price$1,835,000

MLS Number 72231012

Single Family Detached
Bathroom 4
Rooms 11
Bedrooms 5
Acreage 0.26

OPEN HOUSE CANCELED. Single family home with great curb appeal on a cul de sac street, in a top-notch location in close proximity to the renowned Heath school, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, the B, C and D transportation lines, shops and restaurants in Cleveland Circle. Expanded and refined by the original/current owners, this house features a 2-car attached garage, a generous family room, formal living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, and a large sun room/family room addition, with skylights and walls-of-glass sliders that overlook a large, level oasis-like yard and three patios. This house has a large master suite with walk-in, master bath, and an adjoining expansive bedroom/office/exercise room. The lower level was exquisitely finished, offering a unique opportunity for au pair or multi-generational apartment-style living or entertaining, with a large and elaborate kitchenette (no stove), sitting area, another family room, and bonus room.

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Newton, MA99 Florence Street, Unit 20-3A, Chestnut Hill

Sale Price$1,704,500

MLS Number 72376215

Condo or Co-op
Bedrooms 3
Bathroom 3
Square Feet 2,713
Neighborhood Chestnut Hill

The Farm at Chestnut Hill! This gracefully appointed home offers 2713 sq ft of living space on one living level, with two balconies providing spectacular sweeping views of the pond, and the lush greenery of the surrounding natural setting on over 14 acres of pristine manicured grounds. Enter the home from your private foyer, and luxuriate in the fireplaced family room with custom builtins and wet bar, or settle in to the generous living room, opening through sliders to an adjacent large balcony. The master suite features tremendous walk-in closet space, and an en suite four-piece bath. The granite kitchen with peninsula opens to a breakfast area splashed with sunshine, leading to a second balcony offering gorgeous views of the pond. One of the bedrooms is currently appointed as an office. Enjoy walking trails, in-ground pool, sauna, exercise room, tennis court, and living in close proximity to three large thriving shopping centers, movie theater, health clubs, medical facilities.

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe and Tricia Blank of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing Sold by Compass