Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Brookline, MA
$1,199,000Median listing price
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About Brookline
Brookline is a town of about 63,000 that borders Boston on three sides — an urban-suburban hybrid with tree-lined streets and direct T access. Housing includes stately single-families, condos in converted Victorians, and luxury apartments near the village centers.
Home prices in Brookline
The median listing price in Brookline is $1,199,000.
Top places in Brookline
- Coolidge Corner — the town's bustling commercial heart with shops, the Coolidge Corner Theatre, and dining.
- Brookline Village — historic village center with the town hall.
- Corey Hill Park — skyline views of Boston (shown in the Commons photo).
- Larz Anderson Park — skating, gardens, and the Auto Museum.
- John F. Kennedy National Historic Site — JFK's birthplace.
- The Country Club — historic golf club (site of the 1913 U.S. Open).
Commuting from Brookline
- MBTA Green Line C, D, and E branches run through Brookline (Brookline Village, Coolidge Corner, Washington Square, Cleveland Circle), connecting to downtown in roughly 20–35 minutes (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~15–25 minutes (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Brookline
Public schools: Public Schools of Brookline. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Brookline FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Brookline, MA?
The median listing price in Brookline is $1,199,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Brookline, MA?
MBTA Green Line C, D, and E branches run through Brookline (Brookline Village, Coolidge Corner, Washington Square, Cleveland Circle), connecting to downtown in roughly 20–35 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves Brookline, MA?
Brookline is served by Public Schools of Brookline. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.