Property Details
Basic Information
- Property SubType: Single Family Residence
- Property Style: Craftsman
- MLS Number: 73600221
- Mls Status: New
- List Price: $1,995,000
- Date Listed: 11/09/2026
- Virtual Tour: Virtual Tour
- Description: A rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant Arts and Crafts residence in one of Brooklineās most sought-after neighborhoods. Set on three-quarters of an acre within the Chestnut Hill North Historic District, 91 Spooner Road is a distinctive five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence designed by the renowned architectural firm Putnam & Coxābuilt as William Putnamās personal residence. The home was designed around a distinctive interior courtyard and was featured in American Country Houses of Today 1912, underscoring its architectural significance. Dramatically sited atop a high ledge, the property overlooks a wooded landscape to the east, with a rustic path descending toward the street to the north. Cherished by the same family for 60 years, the home showcases thoughtful design, generous proportions, abundant architectural detail, and three fireplaces. The interior courtyard, with screen doors and columns on three sides, brings natural light to the residence. Notable features include a gracious front-to-back entry gallery with brick floors and a sitting alcove; a formal living room with tall ceilings and a striking fireplace with a tiled surround; and a concealed, full-height built-in safe. Additional architectural highlights include a fireplace office or studio with loft, a tree-top sleeping porch with wraparound windows, expansive attic spaces, and separate guest quarters with a full bath. Two pantries, meandering walkways, copper gutters and downspouts, a private terrace, and a whole-house generator further distinguish this exceptional property. Offering an extraordinary opportunity for comprehensive renovation, this property combines architectural provenance, substantial grounds, privacy, and a remarkable natural setting. For those who appreciate historic architecture and envision restoring a residence of enduring character, the possibilities are exceptional. Conveniently located near the Green Line, Route 9, the shops and restaurants at The Street at Chestnut Hill, Roland Hayes Elementary, Brimmer and May, and the Chestnut Hill Schools.
Building
- Acreage: 0.8
- Square Feet: 3,812
- Year Built: 1909
- Zoning: S10
- Rooms: 12
- Roof: Shingle, Rubber
- Foundation: Block, Stone
Location
- County: Norfolk
- Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill North Historic District
- Town: Brookline
Finance
- Taxes: $38,884
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom 2: First,13 x 9
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full Baths: 4
- Half Baths: 1
Basement
- Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Office, Sitting Room
Kitchen
- Kitchen: First,21 x 15
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Stone Wall, Other
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities: For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Appliances Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Community
Schools
- Elementary School: Roland Hayes School
- High School: Brookline High School
Amenities
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Other Amenities: Basement, Fireplace, Golf, Tennis