This charming waterfront home is the perfect beachside cottage, situated in a highly coveted area close to Scituate Lighthouse. With traditional New England pine bead board creating a warm cozy vibe throughout the main living area, there is no shortage of windows to enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze and beautiful harbor views. The neat and efficient kitchen boasts light wood cabinets, upgraded countertops, tile backsplash, and modern conveniences such as a dishwasher, disposal, trash compactor, and gas range. The generous-sized dining room and fireplaced living room are perfect for beach cottage entertaining. Beyond the French doors, the large 25x69 dock and wrap-around porch offer the perfect relaxing spot to enjoy the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. Upstairs, the second level features 3 generous sized bedrooms, ample room for guests, and a laundry room and full bath. This property is being sold as a commissioner's sale pursuant to a Massachusetts Land Court partition action.
Sold for $706,500
$706,500
42 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066
3beds
1,144sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,008 Square Feet Lot
$1,079,100 Zestimate®
$618/sqft
$3,182 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,079,100
$971,000 - $1.21M
$3,182/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$3,182/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$3,182/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$4,482/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$4,482/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
Light wood cabinetsAmple roomUpgraded countertopsBeautiful harbor viewsLaundry roomWrap-around porchModern conveniences
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gorfinkle Group 617-820-8085,
eXp Realty 888-854-7493,
Kristin Thompson 508-577-3237
Bought with:
Esther Blacker
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73196056
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,144
- Total interior livable area: 1,144 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Harbor, Marsh, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Harbor,Marsh,Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Ocean, Harbor, Direct Access, Harbor, Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 4,008 Square Feet
- Features: Marsh
Details
- Parcel number: 1168639
- Zoning: R3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School
- Subdivision: Cedar Point
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Scituate
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $618/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $772,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,863
- Date on market: 12/27/2025
- Exclusions: Personal Property
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/28/2024 | Sold | $706,500-2.6%$618/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196056 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2024 | Contingent | $725,000$634/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196056 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $725,000+2385.8%$634/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196056 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/1993 | Sold | $29,166$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,520 +6.4% | $852,900 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $8,004 +1.8% | $772,600 +9.4% |
| 2023 | $7,863 +7.3% | $706,500 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $7,325 +0.6% | $580,400 +6.3% |
| 2021 | $7,281 +2% | $546,200 +3.3% |
| 2020 | $7,137 +0% | $528,700 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $7,134 -5.5% | $519,200 -4.1% |
| 2018 | $7,551 +0.9% | $541,300 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $7,487 +2.1% | $531,400 +2.5% |
| 2016 | $7,332 +8% | $518,500 |
| 2015 | $6,792 +0.9% | $518,500 +0.5% |
| 2014 | $6,730 +2.6% | $515,700 |
| 2013 | $6,560 +3.1% | $515,700 |
| 2012 | $6,364 +7.1% | $515,700 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $5,942 +1.3% | $528,200 -4.9% |
| 2010 | $5,863 +2.4% | $555,200 -6.1% |
| 2009 | $5,723 +9.8% | $591,200 +4.5% |
| 2008 | $5,214 +11% | $565,500 |
| 2007 | $4,699 +4.5% | $565,500 +2.6% |
| 2006 | $4,496 +25.6% | $551,000 +45.9% |
| 2005 | $3,581 +1.7% | $377,700 +7.2% |
| 2004 | $3,522 +6.6% | $352,200 |
| 2003 | $3,304 +8.6% | $352,200 +77.3% |
| 2002 | $3,042 +10.5% | $198,700 |
| 2000 | $2,752 | $198,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02066
Nearby homes
- $591,900-- bd-- ba-- sqft42 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $1,385,3004 bd2 ba2.7k sqft41 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $1,024,7003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft37 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $641,2003 bd2 ba1k sqft35 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $803,5003 bd1 ba1.2k sqft39 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $1,006,8004 bd2 ba1k sqft48 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $1,243,1003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft34 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
- $565,700-- bd-- ba-- sqft41 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Jenkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Gates Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 9/10Scituate High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scituate Public
- Middle: Scituate Public
- High: Scituate Public
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
$1,079,100
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
$1,079,100
- Massachusetts
- Plymouth County
- Scituate
- 02066
- 42 Lighthouse Rd
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Scituate Topics
