$5,500,000

24 Wood Island Rd Scituate, MA 02066

5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
6,700 sqft
8.6 acres
$821 / sqft
House

Property details

About 24 Wood Island Rd

Imagine a private New England island property w panoramic oceanfront views that rival any oceanfront property along the Boston-area coastline yet 5 min from a train to Boston. 24 Wood Island offers majestic views of Coh Harbor, Cape Ann, Minot Light from all 4 levels+5 hardwood decks. Nestled on granite ledge on almost 10 acres surrounded by >1,000 acres of conservation glades, islands &beaches. Wood Island is a once-in-a-generation buy for the luxury enthusiast seeking privacy, estate style living (~7,000 sq ft), perhaps farm-to-table living. Along with countless recent updates + private access to the water/beach, the grounds feature natural oaklands, open grass space (incl. a “Kennedy football lawn"), solarium, a waterfall/pond w fish & turtles, granite outcroppings & views of the glade with wildlife from deer to bald eagles. Accessed from a private road + a long, winding crushed shell driveway, this EXTRAORDINARY setting is the epitome of peaceful, simple luxury surrounded by nature

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size6,700 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size8.58 Acres
Year built1989
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener
MLS #73249418
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront, Beach, Ocean Front, Harbor, Marsh/Swamp
FireplaceDining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
ViewOther

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73249418
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Scituate
  • Office Phone: (781) 545-1888
  • Listing Agent: Jen Palmer

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 20, 2017
Home Sold
$2,150,000
Mar 14, 1997
Home Sold
$422,750
May 17, 1989
Home Sold
$700,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$4,024,700$41,696
2023$3,603,000$40,101
2022$3,112,100$39,275
2021$2,721,200$36,274
2020$2,620,000$35,370
2019$2,540,800$34,911

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Hatherly Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.8 mi

72 Ann Vinal Rd

8

Deer Hill

Public District 3-5

1.9 mi

208 Sohier St

8

Cushing Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

1 Aberdeen Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $125,000. The majority of Scituate, MA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
29%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 24 Wood Island Rd

This home is located at 24 Wood Island Rd in Scituate, MA and zip code 02066. This 6,700 square foot home, which was built in 1989, sits on a 8.58 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 8, 2024 and is currently priced at $5,500,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Scituate, MA there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 4 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. In February 2025 in Scituate, MA there were 16.3% more homes for sale than in January. In February 2025 median list price was $892,500 and the average listing age was 79 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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