Brookline, Massachusetts
WELCOME TO BROOKLINE!
Brookline is the ideal place for those who want to take advantage of what the city of Boston has to offer while enjoying the vibes of a quaint New England town. Ranked 16th on Fortune's best towns for families to live in America in 2022, this residential community provides a small town feel with urban characteristics, and gives easy access to any of the six Boston neighborhoods that it borders. Here you can enjoy the shops, restaurants, and theater at Coolidge Corner downtown, take advantage of the strong public school system, and explore the area's fascinating history and nature. Known as a cultural hub for Greater Boston's Jewish community, Brookline also welcomes over 25% of its population from overseas, making it a diverse town open to all walks of life.
Brookline by the Numbers
63K
Population
6.8
Size
(Square Miles)
5
Miles from Boston
$2,776K
Average Sale Price
Single Family Home, 2023
$1,138K
Average Sale Price
Condominiums, 2023
$132K
Median Income
Household, US Census
1,308
Average SAT Score
Boston.com
#41
Top School Ranking
Boston Magazine Best Schools
in Greater Boston, 2023
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BROOKLINE, MA
More information on Brookline, Massachusetts
The Brookline public school system is made up of several K-8 schools and one high school with the average SAT score for Bedford High students being an outstanding 1,308. Visit the Brookline Public Schools’ website for more information or click on the links below for more about each school.
Education Links
Education
Brookline is easy to get in and out of with convenient access to main commuter routes such as Routes 9 and Riverway, which can take you to Fenway and Route 90.
The MBTA Greenline C & D branches run through Brookline, and the B & E branches operate just outside the borders. 4 different MBTA bus lines run through the town as well, providing several options for an easy commute into Boston.
Transportation Links
Transportation
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See a former President's birthplace at the John F. Kennedy National Historic Site
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Explore Coolidge Corner, the town's main commercial district with shops, restaurants, and more
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Check out America's oldest car collection at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum
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Catch any movie from Hollywood's newest releases, to reruns of classics, to independent and foreign films at the Coolidge Corner Theater
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Go for a scenic stroll at Brookline Reservoir Park
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See local wildlife at Hall's Pond Sanctuary, then head next door to play some recreational sports at Amory Playground
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Grab some fresh produce and other local goods at the Brookline Farmers' Market from June to November
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Watch a show at Puppet Showplace Theater, New England's only dedicated puppet theater and center for puppetry arts
Things to do
Below are links to some of our favorite places to eat in Brookline, Massachusetts! Please Contact Us if your favorites are missing - we'd love to add them so others can enjoy, too!
Places to Eat
Below are some additional important town links.