HINGHAM CENTER LOCATION. Welcome to 3 Playground Rd. Lovely 4 bedroom, 2 bath colonial located in one Hingham's most sought after areas. Stroll to Hingham Center, town playground, ball fields, Hingham High and Downtown. This home was completely renovated seven years ago with four levels of living space, beautiful white kitchen with quartz counter tops, access to deck overlooking private backyard. Open floor plan, finished third floor and expansive, cozy lower level. Located on a quiet road, central air, gas and fenced in backyard. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$514Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Molly Hall• Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
Bought with Cindy Newman• Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
LOCATION LOCATION! Hingham Center- steps to town playground & famous bagel shop. 1/2 mile walk to town, 2 miles to commuter boat and 1 mile to train. This home has been completely renovated for today's lifestyle. Open floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths and very spacious bedrooms, master bedroom has a walk in closet. Black & white new kitchen with a 6 foot island and granite counter tops and stainless appliances. Mudroom and laundry right off the kitchen. New roof, windows, central air and bathroom/laundry room. Hardwood floors through-out, all new electrical, mudroom, driveway..it's all here and all new and fresh. You won't have to write any big checks for years- everything has been replaced and updated. Beautiful serene setting right in town. Showings can start right away. Since a great deal of landscaping was done- grass is still coming in. This won't last.
MLS PIN #71755051
Jan 29, 2015
Sold
$459,000
$172/sq ft
Dec 17, 2014
Contingent
—
Dec 3, 2014
Price Changed
$479,000
$180/sq ft
Oct 9, 2014
Listed
$489,000
$184/sq ft
+9
RARE OPPORTUNITY IN PRIME HINGHAM CENTER LOCATION. WALK TO CENTER/LIBRARY PRICED TO SELL!!! Most sought after Hingham Center neighborhood offers a fabulous lifestyle! Sited on a dead-end street, Adjacent recreational facilities w/playground, ball fields, tennis courts & track add to the outdoor enjoyment. A great walking area off of historic Main Street in proximity to shops & restaurants. The value is in the land. Could be your dream-home after renovations are complete. Bring your builder/architect to view this unique property. Foundation already in place for additional space! Bonus 23'X23' third level walk up attic for additional expansion possibilities. Home also has full,23'X23' walkout basement with laundry facility. Additional 14'x 15' and 9'X15' low headroom basement areas for storage.New septic system installed in 2008.
Public Records
Jan 23, 1980
Sold
$71,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,110 (+3.4%)
$529,500 + $603,300
$1,132,800
2024
$11,715 (+16.6%)
$529,500 + $550,200
$1,079,700
2023
$10,043 (+5.6%)
$529,500 + $474,800
$1,004,300
2022
$9,512 (−2.6%)
$441,300 + $381,500
$822,800
2021
$9,767 (+2.3%)
$459,700 + $368,000
$827,700
2020
$9,543 (+0.4%)
$459,700 + $368,000
$827,700
2019
$9,502 (+0.3%)
$459,700 + $344,900
$804,600
2018
$9,470 (+6.7%)
$459,700 + $344,900
$804,600
2017
$8,879 (+65.9%)
$436,200 + $288,600
$724,800
2016
$5,353 (+3.7%)
$282,500 + $146,100
$428,600
2015
$5,161 (+6.0%)
$269,000 + $142,900
$411,900
2014
$4,867 (+1.9%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2013
$4,774 (+3.6%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2012
$4,607 (+41.1%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2011
$3,266 (+0.8%)
$160,500 + $134,300
$294,800
2010
$3,239 (−1.6%)
$163,700 + $137,000
$300,700
2009
$3,291
$172,400 + $165,100
$337,500
Tax history for 3 Playground Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,110 (+3.4%)
$529,500 + $603,300
$1,132,800
2024
$11,715 (+16.6%)
$529,500 + $550,200
$1,079,700
2023
$10,043 (+5.6%)
$529,500 + $474,800
$1,004,300
2022
$9,512 (−2.6%)
$441,300 + $381,500
$822,800
2021
$9,767 (+2.3%)
$459,700 + $368,000
$827,700
2020
$9,543 (+0.4%)
$459,700 + $368,000
$827,700
2019
$9,502 (+0.3%)
$459,700 + $344,900
$804,600
2018
$9,470 (+6.7%)
$459,700 + $344,900
$804,600
2017
$8,879 (+65.9%)
$436,200 + $288,600
$724,800
2016
$5,353 (+3.7%)
$282,500 + $146,100
$428,600
2015
$5,161 (+6.0%)
$269,000 + $142,900
$411,900
2014
$4,867 (+1.9%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2013
$4,774 (+3.6%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2012
$4,607 (+41.1%)
$244,600 + $142,900
$387,500
2011
$3,266 (+0.8%)
$160,500 + $134,300
$294,800
2010
$3,239 (−1.6%)
$163,700 + $137,000
$300,700
2009
$3,291
$172,400 + $165,100
$337,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,286
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
870240S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Directions: 228, street access across from Hingham Pharmacy.
UnparsedAddress: 3 Playground Rd, Hingham MA 02043
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,286
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Plymouth County
APN: 870240S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
East Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Hingham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Hingham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.30M – $1.58M
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