325 Goddard Avenue
"325 Goddard Avenue | 5 BD | 5 BA | 5,160 SF"
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Overview
Built in 1927 as “Puddingstone,” this residence began as a guest house for Larz and Isabel Anderson—designed by noted talents Thomas A. Fox and Edward J. Gale to echo the couple’s travels. The result is rare in Brookline: authentic Spanish Colonial character with a provenance you feel the moment you arrive.
A red terra cotta tile roof crowns adobe-toned stucco, while the center entry is framed by an elaborate Spanish Baroque cast-stone surround. Details like the clathri lattice set within a blind arch aren’t decorative afterthoughts—they’re the artisanal touches that make daily life feel quietly elevated.
Lifestyle
Brookline’s appeal to families is unmistakable: community pride, everyday conveniences, and a quality-of-life that keeps people here for the long run. On Goddard Avenue, the atmosphere feels calm and residential—ideal for buyers who value privacy, space, and an established neighborhood cadence.
With walkability at 27/100, this is a lifestyle that rewards a drive-friendly routine—school drop-offs, weekend errands, and quick hops to parks and activities. The payoff is meaningful: a tucked-away address that feels peaceful, polished, and unmistakably “home.”
School Runs + Essentials, Framed by 1927 Spanish Colonial Detail
Morning
Step out beneath the red terra cotta tile roof and Spanish Baroque cast-stone entry surround, then head to Rainbow Star Learning Center or SolBe Learning Canopy School (about 0.6–0.9 mi). Grab a pastry at Cheryl Ann's Bakery (about 0.8 mi) before the day’s first drop-off.
Afternoon
After pickup, aim for Parkman Playground (about 0.6 mi) for swings and quick hellos that turn into playdate plans. On the way back, refill the basics at Kurkman’s Market Co or CVS Pharmacy (about 0.6–0.9 mi).
Evening
Dinner prep starts back at the adobe-colored stucco façade—groceries can come from City Feed and Supply (about 0.7 mi) if you’re short an ingredient. End the night with a quiet loop past the clathri lattice window and courtyard-like entry before lights out.
Location
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A calmer market—more room to buy well
For families planning a long-term move, Brookline’s value proposition stays consistent: top schools, proximity to Boston, and a limited supply of truly special homes. What’s changed is the pace. With months’ supply rising and days on market stretching, buyers often gain something priceless—time to inspect, finance, and decide with confidence.
The lifestyle upside is clear: a less frantic search without sacrificing the town’s long-run desirability. And the numbers support that durability—pricing has remained strong, especially for well-located, well-presented homes that deliver both space and architectural distinction.
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