Meticulously maintained Cape-style home, conveniently located in East Braintree. The first level features a spacious mudroom that leads into the fully updated, open-concept kitchen/dining area, featuring granite countertops and stainless Bosch and Thermador appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors flow seamlessly throughout. A living room wired for surround sound and a guest bedroom/office finish off the 1st floor, along with a full bath. Upstairs is a 2nd full bathroom and 2 large bedrooms, each with a new skylight...one with its own fireplace. The partially finished lower level includes a walk-in cedar closet and a separate large storage area with W/D hookups. Additional storage is located under the mudroom, accessible by a door below the deck. Exterior highlights include an inviting porch that spans the length of the house and a large Azek deck that overlooks the private, fenced-in backyard. Additional features include a Burnham 3-zone gas heating system and central vac!
Sold for $720,000
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$720,000
56 Cotton Ave, Braintree, MA 02184
3beds
1,729sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,434 Square Feet Lot
$788,100 Zestimate®
$416/sqft
$3,829 Estimated rent
Home value
$788,100
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Office finishOpen - concept kitchenGuest bedroomStainless boschAdditional storageSeparate large storage area
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Listed by:
Eric Sugrue 781-974-3843,
Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803
Bought with:
Flora Chen Babij
Keller Williams Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73217258
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Microwave, Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Vacuum System
- Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Mud Room, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,729
- Total interior livable area: 1,729 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Bay, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 6,434 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:3053 B:0 L:82,23465
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Medical Facility, Marina, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Braintree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $416/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $613,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,812
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2024 | Sold | $720,000+3%$416/sqft |
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| 4/2/2024 | Contingent | $699,000$404/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,000+37.1%$404/sqft |
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| 6/26/2017 | Sold | $510,000+112.5%$295/sqft |
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| 7/16/2003 | Sold | $240,000$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,390 +9.9% | $640,300 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $5,812 +5.3% | $613,100 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $5,518 +2.9% | $565,400 +4.9% |
| 2022 | $5,363 +10% | $539,000 +10% |
| 2021 | $4,876 +5.3% | $490,000 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $4,632 +4.3% | $469,800 +6.8% |
| 2019 | $4,440 +2.2% | $440,000 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $4,346 +2.8% | $412,300 +4.8% |
| 2017 | $4,226 +6.8% | $393,500 +9.2% |
| 2016 | $3,956 | $360,300 |
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Neighborhood: 02184
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Braintree High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
- 5/10Morrison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Morrison
- Middle: East
- High: Bhs/Abw/Tha
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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