
32 Brayton Rd Boston — Photo 1 of 37
Recent Drop: $51,000
$1,099,000
Boston, MA 02135 — Brighton
Beds
4
Baths
3
SqFt
3,234
Style
Single Family
Built
1955
Don't let the looks of this home deceive you! The home was expanded in 1990 to over 3000 sq ft of living space. This ranch style home offers one-level living and is situated on a hill with picturesque views, and is a private oasis in the City, with 9285 sq ft of usable green space, a rare find in Boston. The heart of the home has an open kitchen with a large island, vaulted ceilings and is connected to a family room with an abundance of natural light streaming through large windows, skylights and sliding doors. Through the sliding doors is an expansive sun-drenched deck offering breathtaking views overlooking the Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, and is an ideal setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying your morning coffee with a book. There's a dining room and formal living room with a wood burning fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and laundry all on this level. There's a fourth bedroom with an additional den space and another full bath in the lower level walk out to the expansive back yard. The lower level is also where you'll find a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, perfect for use as an ADU, in-law or au pair space, or rental and has consistently rented for $2000 per month. This home is located in a desirable location close to Oak Sq. where you 'll find shopping, cafe's and restaurants, as well as the newer YMCA, public transportation and highways, perfect for commuting to Boston's downtown, colleges and universities, hospitals, Longwood Medical Area, Cambridge and/or the surrounding areas. Offers if any are due Sunday 8/9/26 by 5pm.
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Gas Water Heater • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Range • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Public Transportation • Shopping • Golf • Medical Facility • Laundromat • Highway Access
Was $1,150,000
Aug 11, 2026
MLS® 73557372
Jul 30, 2026
MLS® 73557372
43,149
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$91K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
76.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,234 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 9,285 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Deanna Salemme
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
MLS® Number: 73557372
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