Properties in Brookline typically may qualify for high-balance conforming loans, though jumbo financing might be needed depending on exact property price.
Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.
Urban-suburban hybrid where T access meets tree-lined streets and you can walk to world-class restaurants
You're paying for location, location, location—excellent schools, vibrant Coolidge Corner, and the ability to ditch your car. Parking is a blood sport and overnight street parking is illegal, but you're basically in Boston without the city tax.
Brookline has a high concentration of pre-1940 homes (2.2%). Insurance premiums may be significantly higher ($2,800-$4,000+/year) and some carriers may decline coverage. Budget for potential remediation costs (knob-and-tube wiring, asbestos, lead paint).
Estimate your annual homeowners insurance premium
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Total insurance cost over 30-year mortgage (equivalent to 0.3% of home value)
This home costs $1,889 more per year to insure than a newly built home. Over 30 years, that's $56,670 in additional insurance costs.
* Estimates based on Massachusetts state averages and typical underwriting criteria. Actual premiums vary by carrier, coverage limits, deductible, claims history, and credit score. For accurate quotes, contact a licensed insurance agent.
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