Situated on a corner lot within Braintree’s most desirable Highlands neighborhood, this picture-perfect and iconic Cape is long admired for its heart-warming curb appeal, beautiful gardens, many trellises and white picket fences. This home, "lives large," due to its unexpected and flexible floor plan encompassing a sun-filled heated breeze way, proper dining and fireplaced living rooms, 2 baths/one on each floor and heated bonus room in the lower level. There’s even a hidden home office/extra room tucked into the eaves of the primary bedroom! A freshly painted interior, immaculate hardwood floors, welcoming entry vestibule and classic Cape details will spark your imagination and desire to make this lovely house Your Home. Meticulously cared for inside and out, windows, heat/hot water, plumbing and more have been updated throughout decades of cherished ownership. Unsurpassed convenience; steps to MBTA bus and major commuting routes, Red Line/two Commuter Rail stations, easily accessed.
Sold for $730,000
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$730,000
7 Arbutus Ave, Braintree, MA 02184
3beds
1,855sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,980 Square Feet Lot
$730,000 Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$3,995 Estimated rent
Home value
$730,000
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Classic cape detailsCorner lotHeart-warming curb appealSun-filled heated breezewayImmaculate hardwood floorsWelcoming entry vestibuleBeautiful gardens
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Garlisi 781-267-6854,
Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties 781-924-5766
Bought with:
Susan O Brien
Cusack & Associates
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509427
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 225.12
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 13.4
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 199.2
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 142.6
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 29.22
- Dimensions: 7.11 x 4.11
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 46.23
- Dimensions: 6.9 x 6.7
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 159.84
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 11.1
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
- Area: 134.52
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.4
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 233.16
- Dimensions: 17.4 x 13.4
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Second
- Area: 175.54
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 13.1
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Breezeway, Vestibule, Sun Room, Home Office, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,855
- Total interior livable area: 1,855 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,458
- Finished area below ground: 397
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,980 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 14985
- 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: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Braintree Highlands / South Braintree
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Braintree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $626,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,248
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $730,000+4.3%$394/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509427 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $700,000$377/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509427 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Contingent | $700,000$377/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509427 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000$377/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509427 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,248 +9.8% | $626,100 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $5,689 +6.9% | $600,100 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,323 +3.3% | $545,400 +5.3% |
| 2022 | $5,155 +13.9% | $518,100 +13.9% |
| 2021 | $4,525 +0.9% | $454,800 |
| 2020 | $4,484 +1.6% | $454,800 +4% |
| 2019 | $4,414 +4.9% | $437,500 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $4,209 +5.1% | $399,300 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $4,004 +4.5% | $372,800 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $3,833 | $349,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02184
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Highlands Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10South Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Braintree High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: South Middle
- High: Braintree / Blue Hills Reg Tec
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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