Tucked away in the heart of Duxbury, this extraordinary retreat offers 1.77 acres and is surrounded by over 15 acres of protected conservation land preserved by the Wildlands Trust. Unparalleled privacy and natural beauty make this a truly one-of-a-kind sanctuary. Breathtaking panoramic views of the marsh and coastal wildlife provide a stunning backdrop to a thoughtfully designed custom home. Soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow invite sunlight and nature into every room. The chef’s kitchen, grand entertaining spaces, and tranquil bedrooms are crafted for effortless elegance and comfort. Step outside to expansive decks, stone patios, and a serene screened porch—perfect for both lively gatherings and quiet moments of reflection. With deeded access to three exclusive Standish Shore beaches, and just minutes from Duxbury Village shops and dining, this is more than a home—it’s a sanctuary.
Sold for $3,100,000
$3,100,000
251 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332
5beds
4,980sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
1.77 Acres Lot
$3,436,900 Zestimate®
$622/sqft
$7,797 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,436,900
$3.13M - $3.75M
$7,797/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$7,797/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$7,797/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$19,699/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$19,699/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Thoughtfully designed custom homeStone patiosExpansive decksUnparalleled privacySerene screened porchTranquil bedroomsNatural beauty
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dawn Hadley 617-834-7844,
Engel & Volkers, South Shore 781-934-2588,
Dawn Hadley 617-834-7844
Bought with:
Michael Gosselin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73369077
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Steam / Sauna, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Wood Stove, Ductless, Other
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Foyer, Den, Home Office-Separate Entry, Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Stone / Slate, Other, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Partial,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Dirt Floor,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,980
- Total interior livable area: 4,980 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,980
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Barn, Oversized, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
- Garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Marsh, Private Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Marsh,Private,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Marsh, Private, Bay, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Deeded Rights)
Lot
- Size: 1.77 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Easements, Cleared, Level, Marsh
Details
- Parcel number: M:123 B:085 L:059,1002042
- Zoning: RC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Irregular
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Standish Shore
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Duxbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $622/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,249,200
- Annual tax amount: $32,947
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: All Personal Furniture And Possessions, Including The Hutch In The Kitchen Foyer, Are Excluded.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $3,100,000-8.8%$622/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73369077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000$683/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73369077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2025 | Contingent | $3,400,000$683/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73369077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000-6.8%$683/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73369077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2025 | Listing removed | $3,650,000$733/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73337634 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,650,000-8.7%$733/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73337634 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Listing removed | $3,999,900$803/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73082798 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,999,900+384.8%$803/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73082798 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/1999 | Sold | $825,000$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,947 -5.2% | $3,249,200 -6% |
| 2024 | $34,755 +12.7% | $3,454,800 +19.8% |
| 2023 | $30,839 +11.2% | $2,884,800 +50.6% |
| 2022 | $27,744 | $1,916,000 |
| 2021 | $27,744 +1.7% | $1,916,000 +3% |
| 2020 | $27,275 +1% | $1,860,500 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $26,995 +3.9% | $1,838,900 +7.3% |
| 2018 | $25,974 -0.4% | $1,713,300 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $26,082 -0.3% | $1,681,600 |
| 2016 | $26,149 -0.3% | $1,681,600 |
| 2015 | $26,233 -4% | $1,681,600 -0.6% |
| 2014 | $27,329 +20% | $1,692,200 +5.4% |
| 2013 | $22,783 -0.1% | $1,605,600 -2.9% |
| 2012 | $22,806 +6.3% | $1,653,800 -2.9% |
| 2011 | $21,450 +3.8% | $1,702,400 -2.7% |
| 2010 | $20,657 +2.3% | $1,749,100 -5.5% |
| 2009 | $20,187 +7% | $1,850,300 +4% |
| 2008 | $18,869 +14.5% | $1,778,400 +9.5% |
| 2007 | $16,473 +42.2% | $1,624,600 +38% |
| 2006 | $11,581 +5.6% | $1,176,900 +8.8% |
| 2005 | $10,964 -6.7% | $1,081,300 +4.2% |
| 2004 | $11,756 +15.6% | $1,037,600 +23.1% |
| 2003 | $10,167 -5.3% | $843,000 +3.4% |
| 2001 | $10,739 +5.9% | $815,400 +30.6% |
| 1999 | $10,145 | $624,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02332
Nearby homes
- $1,610,0005 bd2 ba2.1k sqft269 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $1,288,7002 bd2 ba1.3k sqft271 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $1,594,0004 bd3 ba3.4k sqft279 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $1,322,1002 bd1 ba2.1k sqft11 Myles View Dr, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $2,072,7004 bd3 ba2.8k sqft285 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $1,756,2003 bd2 ba2k sqft278 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $1,887,2005 bd2 ba3k sqft250 Standish St, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
- $2,457,3005 bd4 ba4.1k sqft5 Brewer Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Alden SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Duxbury Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10Duxbury High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chandler/Alden
- Middle: Dms
- High: Dhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$3,436,900
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$3,436,900
- Massachusetts
- Plymouth County
- Duxbury
- 02332
- 251 Standish St
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Duxbury Topics
