For sale

$899,000

26 Elmwood Ave, Braintree, MA 02184

4beds

2,805sqft

$5,655/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1910

8,451 Square Feet Lot

$892,200 Zestimate^®

$320/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Laundry areaOversized family roomDining roomFinished lower levelPrivate officeThree generous guest bedroomsHalf bath

Welcome to 26 Elmwood, a beautifully maintained Colonial in Braintree's highly sought-after Thayer Academy neighborhood. Offering over 2800 square feet of living space, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home blends timeless charm with modern updates. The main level features a spacious kitchen, dining room, living room, private office, oversized family room, and half bath. Upstairs you'll find three generous guest bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious primary suite with its own private bath. The finished lower level includes a recreation room with a sauna, full bath, and laundry area. A standout feature is the detached 400-square-foot heated studio, perfect for a home office, gym, art or photography studio, or bonus living space. Conveniently located near Thayer Academy, Braintree High School, Sunset Lake, the MBTA, and major highways.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Half
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First

Family room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Level: First

Heating

Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Steam, Oil

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range, Oven
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features

Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom, High Speed Internet
Flooring: Wood
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,805
Total interior livable area: 2,805 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,076
Finished area below ground: 729

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters

Lot

Size: 8,451 Square Feet
Features: Gentle Sloping, Level

Details

Parcel number: M:1018 B:0000 L:0006,12629
Zoning: B

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1910

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Braintree

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $320/sqft
Tax assessed value: $854,700
Annual tax amount: $8,598
Date on market: 8/11/2026

Estimated market value

$892,200

$848,000 - $937,000

$5,300/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/11/2026	Listed for sale	$899,000+9%$320/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73562060 Report a problem
4/28/2023	Sold	$825,000-1.8%$294/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73074481 Report a problem
3/3/2023	Pending sale	$839,900$299/sqft
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73074481 Report a problem
2/16/2023	Price change	$839,900-1.2%$299/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73074481 Report a problem
1/30/2023	Listed for sale	$850,000+342.7%$303/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73074481 Report a problem
6/30/1995	Sold	$192,000$68/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,232 +10.3%	$824,800 +4.8%
2024	$7,461 +2.6%	$787,000 +5.6%
2023	$7,274 +3.2%	$745,300 +5.2%
2022	$7,050 +3.3%	$708,500 +3.3%
2021	$6,822 +6%	$685,600 +5.1%
2020	$6,434 +5.4%	$652,500 +7.8%
2019	$6,107 +5.1%	$605,300 +9.8%
2018	$5,809 +0.6%	$551,100 +2.5%
2017	$5,772 +5%	$537,400 +7.3%
2016	$5,498	$500,700