$480,000

397 Elm St Braintree, MA 02184

$5,700
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
864 sqft
0.2 acres
$556 / sqft
House

Property details

About 397 Elm St

One level ranch offers great opportunity to enter the market. Step into the Livingroom with fireplace and large picture that provides plenty of natural light. This flows into the eat in kitchen that has space for a table to seat 6. Hardwood floors throughout the living room and bedrooms. 3 bedrooms each with ample closet space. One car garage can be kept as intended for car and storage or converted to add to your living space. Nice enclosed corner lot with mature landscaping, and a covered patio. Bring your vision to transform this well lived in home. A bit of updating will be well worth the effort and a quick equity builder. On bus route 236 - to Quincy Center and Braintree Station, easy highway access and proximity to restaurants and shopping. Take advantage of all Braintree has to offer.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size864 sqft
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingAttached, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73386401
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Covered Patio/Deck, Storage, Fenced Yard
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $480,000
  • Price/SqFt: $555
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,731
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level
  • Directions: By Elm and Drinkwater Ave
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 864 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73386401
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Arrive Home Realty Corp.
  • Office Phone: (781) 780-3422
  • Listing Agent: Carla Bethell

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397 Elm St, Braintree, MA 02184 - single story home with a chimney, a front yard, and roof with shingles

$480,000

397 Elm St

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$393,600$3,731
2023$364,500$3,558
2022$346,500$3,448
2021$321,900$3,203
2020$321,900$3,174
2019$310,300$3,131

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Ross School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

20 Hayward St

7

Hollis Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

482 Washington St

5

Morrison School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

260 Liberty St

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 $72,736. The majority of Braintree, MA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

22%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 397 Elm St

The listing price of 397 Elm St property is $480,000.

The property 397 Elm St is a house located in Braintree, Massachusetts, 02184.

Active Listing: 397 Elm St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 397 Elm St are: Ross School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hollis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Morrison School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Point Webster Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sterling Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Quincy High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Braintree High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Weymouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,731 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 397 Elm St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 397 Elm St is 864 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 397 Elm St is 1950.

This home is located at 397 Elm St in Braintree, MA and zip code 02184. This 864 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $480,000.

While more than 12 listings in Braintree, MA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 11 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Braintree, MA increased by 12.7% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 16 days, the median list price was $635,666.

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

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