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Property details
About 56 Plain St
Charming Colonial offers 3 bedrooms in a central location with easy access to shopping, restaurants, schools, public transportation and highways. This cherished, solid home features much character with natural woodwork, built-in china cabinet and fireplaced living room. Other highlights include eat-in kitchen, inviting front porch, one-car garage and a slider to the back deck overlooking cozy yard with beautiful trees and plantings. Loaded with potential, any improvements to this lovingly cared for home will make your investment a true winner. Don't miss this opportunity for a wonderful condo alternative nestled in the heart of Braintree.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam, Oil
StatusActive
Size1,232 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1933
ParkingDetached, Off Street
MLS #73409395
Garage1 space
WaterfrontBay
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Off Street
- Waterfront: Bay
- Exterior: Porch, Patio
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Steam, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $599,000
- Price/SqFt: $486
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,525
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: John Maher Highway or Hancock Street to Plain Street.
- Year Built: 1933
- Living Area: 1,232 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
- MLS Number: 73409395
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: RE/MAX Realty Pros
- Office Phone: (617) 328-3200
- Listing Agent: Tom McFarland
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $477,300 | $4,525 |
| 2023 | $443,800 | $4,331 |
| 2022 | $426,400 | $4,243 |
| 2021 | $397,300 | $3,953 |
| 2020 | $389,100 | $3,837 |
| 2019 | $377,600 | $3,810 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Liberty Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.8 mi
•49 Proctor Rd
7
Highlands Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•144 Wildwood Ave
7
Hollis Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•482 Washington St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,320. Typical income of Braintree, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
15%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
29%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
IKEA
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Jeep
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 56 Plain St
The listing price of 56 Plain St property is $599,000.
The property 56 Plain St is a house located in Braintree, Massachusetts, 02184.
Active Listing: 56 Plain St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 56 Plain St are: Liberty Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Highlands Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hollis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), South Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sterling Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Braintree High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Weymouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Randolph High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,525 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 56 Plain St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 56 Plain St is 1,232 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 56 Plain St is 1933.
This home is located at 56 Plain St in Braintree, MA and zip code 02184. This 1,232 square foot home, which was built in 1933, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $599,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Braintree, MA there were more than 16 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 4 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Braintree, MA there were 1% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $638,000 and the average listing age was 24 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.