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About this property
Welcome to a truly special property with history, character, space, & tremendous potential. Built in 1873 & lovingly owned by the same family for 3 generations, this 4 bedroom, 2.5-bath home is ready for its next chapter—& offers the opportunity to create something uniquely your own in one of the South Shore’s most sought-after communities. Inside, the home is filled w character. The spacious kitchen features a large eat-in area that naturally becomes the heart of the home, while the finished basement provides valuable additional space for a playroom, home office, gym, media room, hobby area, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. The real opportunity continues outside. A substantial 28' x 36' outbuilding w its own electrical breaker offers an incredible amount of flexibility & future potential. Whether you envision a workshop, studio, home business, creative space, recreation area, serious storage, or a future ADU, this oversized structure gives you options that are increasingly hard to find. With vision & some thoughtful updates, it could become one of the property's most valuable & distinctive features. The outdoor space is equally inviting, with an above-ground pool surrounded by custom decking—perfect for summer entertaining, relaxing afternoons, & making memories at home. This property does need work, but for the right buyer, that is where the opportunity lies. Bring your ideas, your vision, & your creativity to restore & personalize a home that has already stood for more than 150 years. Rather than starting with a blank slate, you have the chance to preserve the character & history of an established home while creating a space that works beautifully for the future.Situated in the heart of Braintree, you are close to the commuter rail, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, major highways, & everyday conveniences, with easy access to Boston & the South Shore. Braintree offers the ideal blend of community, convenience, & connectivity—making it a wonderful place to put down roots & a location that continues to be highly desirable.History, location, land, space, and potential—this property offers the opportunity to create something truly special in a community where people want to call home. After three generations, this beloved property is ready for its next owner to restore, reimagine, and write the next chapter.
Property details
| Units | — |
| Living area | 1,718 sqft |
| Lot size | 9,980 sqft |
| Year built | 1873 |
| Price / sqft | — |
| County | Norfolk |
| MLS # | 73565857 |
Listing status
| Days on market | 69 days |
| Listed on | August 19, 2026 |
Taxes & financials
| Annual property tax | $6,573 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $653,400 |
| Zoning | B |
Building & lot
| Total rooms | 7 |
| Lot size | 0.23 acres |
| Garage spaces | 0 |
| Parking spaces | 1 |
| Basement | Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry |
| Foundation | Stone |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Flooring | Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate |
Utilities & systems
| Heating | Baseboard, Oil |
| Cooling | None |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Appliances | Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer |
Location
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Flood zone & environment
- FEMA flood zone: X (minimal). Not in a mapped flood zone, so a lender won't require flood insurance.
- Mapped wetland about 198 ft away. Outside the 100-ft wetland buffer zone.
- Public sewer area. Inside the Braintree Water & Sewer service area, so no Title 5 septic inspection to sell.
Mapped at the parcel's center point from FEMA's flood maps, MassDEP, NHESP and MEMA (via MassGIS). Not a survey or a flood determination: confirm with FEMA's map service or a lender before you rely on it.
Where this home sits in Braintree's market
Within half a mile of Fountain St
Scored against every street in Braintree.
Condos vs single-family
Scores run 1–100; 50 is typical. Prices are placed among Braintree MLS PIN closed sales of the same year, so an older sale is judged against the prices of its own time. A past or asking price only: we don't estimate what any home is worth. Scores describe how the market behaves, not the home or its neighbors.
Zoning, taxes & the land
| Zoning | Residence B (B). Confirm with the town before you plan around it. |
| In-law / accessory unit | A single-family home in a district that allows single-family homes by right. Under the 2025 state ADU law, one accessory dwelling up to 900 sq ft (or half the house, if smaller) is generally allowed here without a special permit. Site rules like setbacks and parking still apply. |
| Property tax, FY2025 | About $6,324 a year (assessed $633,700 × $9.98 per $1,000). An estimate: exemptions and abatements change the actual bill. |
| Elevation | About 72 ft above sea level, higher than 19% of Braintree homes. |
| Nearest expressway | About 1,610 ft from Route 3. |
| Nearest rail line | About 1,640 ft from the Kingston commuter rail line. |
Zoning from MassGIS tax parcels; elevation from state LiDAR at the parcel's center point; distances are straight-line. Tax uses the town's residential rate for that fiscal year.
Schools & parks nearby
- Hollis School1.0 mi20 min walk
- Archie T. Morrison School1.0 mi21 min walk
- Liberty School1.1 mi21 min walk
- Highlands on Peach Elementary1.3 mi
- Mary E. Flaherty School1.7 mi
- Donald Ross School1.9 mi
- South Middle School1.1 mi23 min walk
- East Middle School1.3 mi
- Braintree High School1.2 mi25 min walk
- Mattulina Playground0.2 mi3 min walk
- French's Common0.5 mi10 min walk
- Pond Meadow Park0.6 mi12 min walk
Straight-line distance from the parcel's center point; parks are measured to their nearest edge. Every Braintree public school is listed, nearest first; distance is not the assigned school: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools. School and park locations from MassGIS.
Distance to Braintree landmarks
- Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail)0.5 mi10 min walk
- Thayer Public Library0.5 mi10 min walk
- Braintree Town Hall0.6 mi11 min walk
- Pond Meadow Park0.9 mi17 min walk
- Sunset Lake0.9 mi18 min walk
- Five Corners1.4 mi
- South Shore Plaza1.9 mi
- Weymouth Landing / East Braintree station (commuter rail)2.0 mi
- Quincy Adams T station (Red Line)2.2 mi
- Weymouth Landing2.3 mi
Straight-line distance from the listing's map location. Walking and driving routes are longer.
Listing courtesy of a MLS PIN member office. Listing data © MLS PIN.
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Questions & answers
Answered from the listing data and public map data.
What kind of property is 39 Fountain St, Braintree MA 02184?
It is a single family residence with 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, 1,718 sqft, built in 1873.
How long has 39 Fountain St, Braintree MA 02184 been on the market?
39 Fountain St, Braintree MA 02184 has been listed for 69 days (since August 19, 2026).
What are the property taxes on 39 Fountain St, Braintree MA 02184?
Annual property taxes are $6,573 (2026), on an assessed value of $653,400.
Is there parking?
1 total parking space.
Where is this property located?
39 Fountain St, Braintree MA 02184 is in Braintree, Norfolk County, MA 02184.
What flood zone is 39 Fountain St in?
FEMA flood zone: X (minimal). Not in a mapped flood zone, so a lender won't require flood insurance. Mapped from FEMA's flood maps at the parcel's center point; confirm with FEMA or a lender before relying on it.
Is 39 Fountain St on town sewer?
Public sewer area. Inside the Braintree Water & Sewer service area, so no Title 5 septic inspection to sell.
What schools are closest to 39 Fountain St?
The closest Braintree public elementary schools are Hollis School (about 1.0 miles) and Archie T. Morrison School (about 1.0 miles). The closest middle school is South Middle School (about 1.1 miles). Braintree High School is about 1.2 miles away. These are straight-line distances, not school assignments: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools.
How far is 39 Fountain St from the T?
The closest station is Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail), about 0.5 miles away in a straight line, roughly a 10-minute walk.
What parks are near 39 Fountain St?
Mattulina Playground (about 0.2 miles), French's Common (about 0.5 miles) and Pond Meadow Park (about 0.6 miles), measured to the nearest edge of each park.
What are the property taxes on 39 Fountain St?
About $6,324 for fiscal 2025, from the assessed value at Braintree's residential rate of $9.98 per $1,000. Exemptions and abatements change the actual bill.
What is 39 Fountain St zoned?
Residence B (B), per the state's parcel data. As a single-family home in a district that allows single-family by right, it generally qualifies for one accessory dwelling unit up to 900 sq ft under the 2025 state ADU law. Confirm with the town before planning around it.
How fast do homes sell around Fountain St?
Over the last two years, homes within half a mile of Fountain St went under agreement in a median 9 days (Braintree: 8) and sold for a median 100% of asking (Braintree: 100%), across 66 MLS sales. That puts its market speed at 37 out of 100 against every street in town, where 50 is typical.
