Norfolk County and Brookline Town property record for 20 Abbottsford Rd, Brookline, MA 02446
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 9 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,790 sqft · built 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.19 acres (8,281 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Trust Names on File |
| Last Sale | $89,900 (Nov 1978) |
| Tax Bill | $28,349 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2024 Transfer Nov 2018 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 1935003 |
| Primary APN | 1935003 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 9 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 4.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 15 Rooms |
| Units | 2 Units |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 3,790 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 6,824 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,570 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,193 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1900 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1962 |
| Architectural Style | Victorian |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Slate |
| Lot Area | 8,281 sqft (0.19 acres) |
| Heating System | Hot Water |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Account Number | 1935003 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD |
| City | BROOKLINE |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 02446-6706 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | T-5 |
| Legal Block | 53 |
| Legal Lot Number | 15 |
| Jurisdiction | BROOKLINE MA |
| Township / Civil Division | BROOKLINE |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2005 |
| Census Tract | 400202 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Graffam Development Historic District listed 1985 · 34 contributing resources · NRIS 85003271 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
20 Abbottsford Rd, a duplex, is owner-occupied and held in a trust since March 2024.
Source: Norfolk County and Brookline Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Trust Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD, BROOKLINE, MA 02446-6706 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Trust, Family Trust |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2024 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Nov 9, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
| Nov 9, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage BOSTON CHILDRENS HEAR |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 15, 1978 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 15, 1978 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 5540 / 552 |
| Last Transfer Date | Mar 6, 2024 |
| Transfer Doc | 0041701-88 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BROOKLINE MA |
| Recording Date | Mar 28, 2024 |
| Property Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD, BROOKLINE, MA 02446-6706 |
| Document Number | 0041701-88 |
| Book / Page | 41701 / 88 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 6, 2024 |
| Instrument | 18071 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD, BROOKLINE, MA 02446-6706 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BROOKLINE MA |
| Property Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD, BROOKLINE, MA 02446-6706 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 7, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 36424-329 |
|---|---|
| Date | Nov 9, 2018 |
| Book Page | 36424/329 |
| Instrument | 100768 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2048 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
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| Jurisdiction | BROOKLINE MA |
| Property Address | 20 ABBOTTSFORD RD, BROOKLINE, MA 02446-6706 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 7, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 36424-347 |
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| Date | Nov 9, 2018 |
| Book Page | 36424/347 |
| Instrument | 100769 |
| Name | BOSTON CHILDRENS HEAR |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
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The 2026 property tax bill for 20 Abbottsford Rd was $28,349, up 22% from the year before.
Source: Norfolk County and Brookline Town assessment roll, as of April 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Norfolk County |
| County Subdivision | Brookline Town |
| Unified School District | Brookline School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $28,349.00 (+21.95%) | $2,768,500 (+17.55%) Land $1,394,900 Building $1,373,600 | $2,958,519 |
| 2025 | $23,246.00 (+2.24%) | $2,355,200 (+1.21%) Land $1,381,100 Building $974,100 | |
| 2024 | $22,736.00 (-1.7%) | $2,327,100 (+0.31%) Land $1,327,900 Building $999,200 | |
| 2023 | $23,130.00 | $2,320,000 Land $1,225,700 Building $1,094,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 20 Abbottsford Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 26, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 20 Abbottsford Rd has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | BROOKLINE WATER AND SEWER DIVISION serves 63,191 people · EPA ID MA3046000 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from MWRA |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2026 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 556 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,500 / 50 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 75 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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