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SOLD · Dec 3, 2025
$694,000 •  At asking
Asking $694,000
23 Bower Rd, Braintree MA 02184
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,352 sqft

About this property

Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Braintree! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence is perfectly situated just minutes away from shopping, highways, and all the Quincy Adams T Stop. Step inside to discover a fantastic layout that maximizes space and functionality. The inviting living areas are perfect for both cozy family gatherings and entertaining friends. The sunroom is perfect for a home office/playroom setup. The heart of this home is the incredible backyard, complete with a swingset and plenty of room for backyard parties and summer barbecues. Imagine hosting unforgettable gatherings on your expansive deck, designed for entertaining and relaxing under the sun! Recent updates include a brand new heating system and updated 200 amp electrical service, ensuring comfort and efficiency for years to come. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a slice of Braintree paradise! Check it out and envision the memories you'll create in this wonderful home!

Property details

Units—
Living area1,352 sqft
Lot size10,511 sqft
Year built1928
Price / sqft$513
CountyNorfolk
MLS #73425208

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 103 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.

Market position

Where this home sits in Braintree's market

Sale price, 2025
$694,000
Middleof Braintree
EntryMiddleHigh end
All Braintree salesAmong single-family homes
Higher than 53% of Braintree sales in 2025 (median $670,000); the median for single-family homes was $742,500.
Price per sq ft, 2025
$513
High endof Braintree
EntryMiddleHigh end
All Braintree salesAmong single-family homes
Higher than 91% of Braintree sales in 2025 per square foot (median $410); $410 for single-family homes.

Around Bower Rd

Scored against every street in Braintree.

Market speed
78
Sells faster than most of Braintree
Days to an accepted offer and sale-to-asking, last 2 years
vs every Braintree street
Activity
28
Homes change hands less often than most of Braintree
How often homes within half a mile sold, last 5 years
vs every Braintree street
Home values
44
About typical prices for Braintree
Single-family homes within half a mile sold for a median $747,500 over the last 3 years (Braintree: $725,000). Since 2016, sale prices here ran 2% above Braintree homes of the same type sold the same year.
vs every Braintree street
Price per sq ft
+2%per sq ft vs Braintreebelowabove
In line with the Braintree norm
Per square foot, homes within half a mile sold 2% above Braintree homes of similar size and type sold the same year (345 sales since 2016).
Within half a mile
Braintree, head to head

Condos vs single-family

Condos
13
Among the coolest stretches since 2016
20 days to an offer, 98.9% of asking in the last 12 months. Hottest: 2022.
Single-family
53
About an average year since 2016
8 days to an offer, 100.4% of asking in the last 12 months. Hottest: 2020.
CondosSingle-family
Price per sq ft
$425
$411
Price change, 1 year
+2.9%
+3.4%
Days to an accepted offer
12
8
Sold over asking
32%
52%
Heat compares the last 12 months' days to offer and sale-to-asking with every year since 2016 (100 = the hottest it has been). From MLS PIN closed sales in Braintree; condos and single-family homes only.

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

ZoningResidence B (B). Confirm with the town before you plan around it.
In-law / accessory unitA 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, FY2025About $6,596 a year (assessed $660,900 × $9.98 per $1,000). An estimate: exemptions and abatements change the actual bill.
ElevationAbout 76 ft above sea level, higher than 23% of Braintree homes.
Nearest rail lineAbout 1,960 ft from the Greenbush 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

Easy walk (≤15 min) Under 2 mi Fartherbar = 0 to 3 mi
Elementary schools
  • Donald Ross School0.2 mi5 min walk
  • Hollis School1.0 mi20 min walk
  • Archie T. Morrison School1.4 mi
  • Mary E. Flaherty School1.4 mi
  • Liberty School2.8 mi
  • Highlands on Peach Elementary3.1 mi
Middle schools
  • East Middle School0.6 mi12 min walk
  • South Middle School2.9 mi
High school
  • Braintree High School2.2 mi
Parks & playgrounds
  • Ross Elementary School Playground0.2 mi3 min walk
  • Adams Playground0.3 mi6 min walk
  • Faxon Park0.5 mi10 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

Easy walk (≤15 min) Under 2 mi Fartherbar = 0 to 3 mi
  • Quincy Adams T station (Red Line)0.9 mi17 min walk
  • Weymouth Landing / East Braintree station (commuter rail)1.3 mi
  • Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail)1.5 mi
  • Weymouth Landing1.5 mi
  • Braintree Town Hall1.6 mi
  • Thayer Public Library1.7 mi
  • South Shore Plaza1.7 mi
  • Five Corners1.8 mi
  • Sunset Lake2.0 mi
  • Pond Meadow Park2.1 mi

Straight-line distance from the listing's map location. Walking and driving routes are longer.

Listing courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc. — Nicole Vermillion. Listing data © MLS PIN.

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Questions & answers

Answered from the listing data and public map data.

What kind of property is 23 Bower Rd, Braintree MA 02184?

It is a single family residence with 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1,352 sqft, built in 1928.

What is the price per square foot?

At $694,000 for 1,352 sqft, that's about $513 per square foot.

Where is this property located?

23 Bower Rd, Braintree MA 02184 is in Braintree, Norfolk County, MA 02184.

What flood zone is 23 Bower Rd 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 23 Bower Rd 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 23 Bower Rd?

The closest Braintree public elementary schools are Donald Ross School (about 0.2 miles) and Hollis School (about 1.0 miles). The closest middle school is East Middle School (about 0.6 miles). Braintree High School is about 2.2 miles away. These are straight-line distances, not school assignments: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools.

How far is 23 Bower Rd from the T?

The closest station is Quincy Adams T station (Red Line), about 0.9 miles away in a straight line, roughly a 17-minute walk.

What parks are near 23 Bower Rd?

Ross Elementary School Playground (about 0.2 miles), Adams Playground (about 0.3 miles) and Faxon Park (about 0.5 miles), measured to the nearest edge of each park.

What are the property taxes on 23 Bower Rd?

About $6,596 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 23 Bower Rd 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 Bower Rd?

Over the last two years, homes within half a mile of Bower Rd went under agreement in a median 7 days (Braintree: 8) and sold for a median 100.3% of asking (Braintree: 100%), across 64 MLS sales. That puts its market speed at 78 out of 100 against every street in town, where 50 is typical.

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