The historic brick facade at 165 West Brookline St. may suggest a classic South End town house, but step inside and the burst of color tells a different story. Coming in at $6.5 million, the 4,160-square-foot property is a veritable social media influencer's dream, renovated with an eye for vibrancy by C&J Katz Studio and constructed by Payne | Bouchier Fine Builders. The listing, brought to market by the Sprogis Neale Doherty Team of Sprogis & Neale Real Estate, reveals a home that's anything but monochrome.
Upon entry, the first floor greets visitors with a living room and a family room which, separated by pocket doors, boast ornate crown molding, a fireplace, and expansively built-in bookcases and entertainment centers. As described by Boston.com, the living spaces pop with light chartreuse and sage green hues, likely making them the most Instagram-able rooms in the neighborhood.
The town house's kitchen serves up modern wood cabinetry and high-end stainless steel appliances alongside a cornflower blue island and a matching accent wall. Stepping up the chromatic scale is a bold lime green dining room that opens onto the deck through the butler's pantry, ensuring the colors flow as freely as the conversations at dinner parties. Meanwhile, the parlor level remains stunning with its restored plaster detail and marble mantels framing the gas fireplaces—a visual feast for anyone with a penchant for historic charm blended with modern luxury.
Seeking respite from the color splash, the second floor offers a calming oasis within the primary suite, featuring more subdued tones and a spa-like bathroom decked in blues. A study and two walk-in closets complete this private retreat. The top floor continues the color story, with a space conducive for relaxation and bedrooms, punctuated by a laundry room with red-orange cabinetry. A full staircase leads up to a roof deck that offers sweeping views of Boston, as per the listing at Coldwell Banker.
On the town house’s garden level, a versatile family room is ready for transformation into a home gym or au-pair suite. Direct access to a serene garden capped with two full parking spaces ensure that convenience matches the stylistic flair of this South End gem. The town house boasts ample storage and even features an EV charging spot, catering to the environmentally conscious luxury buyer. With its thoughtful combination of historical architecture, high-end renovation, and zestful color palette, 165 West Brookline St. is making a splash in the Boston real estate scene.
