Discover the perfect blend of suburban tranquility, urban convenience, and single level living in this sunny Braintree ranch. Perfectly positioned on a quiet, sidewalked street in one of the town's most desirable neighborhoods, this home welcomes you with an open floor plan bathed in beautiful natural light and accented by classic hardwood floors. The inviting living room is the heart of the home and features a cozy fireplace, a bay window, and a custom window seat perfect for relaxing. The eat-in kitchen flows into a sunny, dining room with a wall of glass and sliders opening directly to the deck. There is a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for summer barbecues or enjoying morning coffee overlooking the private back yard. There are three bedrooms, each with hardwood floors and ample-sized closets for good storage. The bathroom features a newer, modern walk-in shower. Additional upgrades include an architectural roof and Anderson windows. There is gas heat and vinyl siding for ease of home care. The full basement provides additional space with built-in storage, a work bench for DIY projects, and a laundry area with washer, dryer, and utility sink. Adding to the home's ease is direct access to the heated two car garage-a lifesaver in New England winters. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being nearby the scenic Pond Meadow Park, a 320 acre regional treasure featuring miles of paved trails for walking, jogging, or biking alongside scenic fishing spots and picnic areas. Enjoy a lifestyle where you say good bye to stressful travel times. Located just minutes from the Braintree Split, Route 3, and I-93, your drive into Boston is easy. Prefer public transit? The Braintree MBTA Red Line and Commuter Rail station are just minutes away.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Morrison Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
East Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Braintree High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
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About
Homestead
Homestead, located between Quincy Avenue and Washington Street, is a residential and commuter-friendly Braintree neighborhood with tree-lined side streets and a patchwork of mid-century ranches and classic New England colonials. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Quincy Avenue corridor near the South Shore Plaza edge, where coffee counters, small eateries, and everyday services set a steady, weekday rhythm. Local pillars include Widowmaker Brewing (Braintree), the historic General Sylvanus Thayer Birthplace, and the seasonal stands and community programming at Sunset Lake. Side roads feel quieter, with sidewalks, pocket lawns, and short blocks that keep the streetscape intimate. Green space and water views shape the geography, with Sunset Lake and nearby trails adding a natural counterpoint to the retail corridors. MBTA access via Braintree station and the Route 3/93 interchange keeps the neighborhood connected without changing its low-rise scale.
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Market insights
73 Norfolk Rd · $729,900
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$729,900
Median sale price in this area is $780,137. (7% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Entrance foyer
Insulated windows and screens
Full basement with interior entry and garage access
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms, all on the first floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom with tub and shower
Kitchen
Oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Washer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood and tile
Heating & cooling
Natural gas, baseboard heating
Exterior features
Deck
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping
Garden
Stone wall
Gently sloping terrain
Public road frontage
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
4 open parking spaces
Heated garage with garage door opener
Garage storage and workshop
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community amenities include public transportation, shopping, a pool, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, golf, a medical facility, a laundromat, a bike path, a conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, schools, a T-station, and sidewalks
Electricity and solar
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In Braintree, single-family home inventory expanded to 2.5 months (40 active homes, up 207% YoY), easing buyer competition. Prices remain steady at $425-$433/sq ft, but higher active days on market (118 avg) Buyers are pushing back on overpriced...