**Offers, if any, due Monday 08/31 at 1pm EST.** Welcome to 55 Academy Street, a rare chance to settle into one of Braintree’s most coveted neighborhoods, just steps from Thayer Academy. This well-cared-for Colonial is packed with character and is ready for its next owner. Enter into the large front-facing sunroom, perfect for morning coffee and a good book, from there you are greeted by original woodwork, a spacious living and dining area with gorgeous hardwood floors and a sightline all the way to the back of the main floor. Off the living area you'll find a second dining space, the main floor's half bath, and a bright kitchen overlooking the backyard. Just off the kitchen is a large rear deck, perfect for entertaining, with stairs down to the yard and direct access to the driveway and detached garage. Upstairs features three bedrooms, including the spacious primary bedroom, along with the home’s full bathroom and more period details. Downstairs, the full basement houses the washer and dryer alongside abundant storage space.You simply cannot beat this location in Braintree, close to Hollis Elementary, South Braintree Square, and French's Common, with easy access to the Red Line, I-93, and Route 3. Opportunities in this neighborhood rarely come along. Don't miss your chance!
Sold for $723,000
$723,000
55 Academy St, Braintree, MA 02184
3beds
1,411sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
7,044 Square Feet Lot
$712,200 Zestimate®
$512/sqft
$2,988 Estimated rent
Home value
$712,200
$677,000 - $748,000
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Original woodworkMore period detailsSecond dining space
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Listed by:
Justin Rollo 978-790-4381,
Signal Real Estate 617-488-9549
Bought with:
Mike Huang
Lewis & Joyce Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73568275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Sun Room, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,411
- Total interior livable area: 1,411 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,411
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 7,044 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:1015 B:0000 L:0031,12494
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Braintree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $512/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $640,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,442
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Sold | $723,000+3.4%$512/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Pending sale | $699,000$495/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Contingent | $699,000$495/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+30.7%$495/sqft |
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| 7/20/2020 | Sold | $535,000$379/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,119 +10.3% | $613,100 +4.8% |
| 2024 | $5,546 +5.2% | $585,000 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $5,273 +5% | $540,300 +7.1% |
| 2022 | $5,022 +2.8% | $504,700 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $4,887 +10.2% | $491,200 +9.2% |
| 2020 | $4,434 +1% | $449,700 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $4,390 +7.4% | $435,100 +12.2% |
| 2018 | $4,087 +0.9% | $387,800 +2.9% |
| 2017 | $4,049 +4.8% | $377,000 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $3,863 | $351,800 |
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Neighborhood: 02184
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hollis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10South Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Braintree High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Braintree
- 02184
- 55 Academy St
