Ocean views, salt spray, and the sound of waves on Wollaston Beach envelop this 3br 1.5ba updated charmer on a quiet residential side street. Steps to the Clam Box and Squantum Yacht Club, this move-in-ready home also boasts a newer gas boiler and central air, modern kitchen, gleaming wood floors, and attractive tile bathrooms. Outside, the fenced rear yard combines an expansive private patio with the ample gardening beds which border it, right beside the 1c garage. A rare affordable opportunity to live within 100 feet of the beach and within 15 minutes of downtown Boston!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
3,200 sq ftLot Size
$598Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jessie Eddlem• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Great looking 3 bedroom home located very close to the water. This home has a formal dining room, good size kitchen and a good size living room. All of the bedrooms are on the 2nd level and each room is a decent size. Their is a garage and a fenced...
in backyard.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Jason Stewart
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 120 Colby Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73310391
Feb 3, 2025
Sold
$730,000
$538/sq ft
Nov 6, 2024
Listed
$729,900
$538/sq ft
MLS PIN #72895124
Nov 3, 2021
Sold
$648,000
$478/sq ft
Sep 23, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 10, 2021
Listed
$619,900
$457/sq ft
Bright, immaculate superbly located Colonial with many recent updates. Pride of ownership and perfection shows throughout. Ocean Views from throughout home create a restful haven. California Closets throughout the home, help to organize your belongings. Hardwood flooring too. Bright Sunny inviting home with large eat-in kitchen with lots of tastefully designed quality oak cabinetry. Plenty of storage in the unfinished basement. Newer Ceramic Spacious Bathroom too. Newer roof 2019, New Central AC 2018. Steps away from Wollaston Beach and Two yacht Clubs, Marina Bay for your walking or sailing pleasure. Minutes to Boston, Public Transportation, and the T, a commuters dream! Fenced in level yard!. Detached garage and off-street parking for up to 3 cars Heated Sunroom adds to your sq footage. Conveniences galore abound in the surrounding area! This home has it ALL! Don't wait!
MLS PIN #70065716
Sep 22, 2004
Sold
$405,000
$299/sq ft
Jul 25, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jul 20, 2004
Listed
$409,900
$302/sq ft
Move-in condition, charming colonial;waterviews of Quincy Bay; hardwood floors,newer windows,newer kitchen,enclosed sunporch,magnificent waterviews from master bedroom as well as other rooms;bright,sunny,cheerful home. Convenient to public trans.,Marina Bay,main roads and Wollaston Beach. Come sit and enjoy the view and salt air from sunporch!
MLS PIN #30611537
Jul 29, 2002
Sold
$333,150
$246/sq ft
Jun 18, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2002
Listed
$339,900
$251/sq ft
MLS PIN #50386865
Feb 19, 1998
Sold
$163,500
$121/sq ft
Jan 22, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 1997
Listed
$169,900
$125/sq ft
MLS PIN #60600201
Feb 19, 1998
Sold
$163,500
$121/sq ft
Oct 1, 1997
Listed
$163,500
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,458 (+17.7%)
$299,600 + $280,600
$580,200
2022
$5,489 (+0.5%)
$239,700 + $218,500
$458,200
2021
$5,463 (+3.4%)
$239,700 + $210,300
$450,000
2020
$5,283 (+3.3%)
$235,000 + $190,000
$425,000
2019
$5,112 (+0.2%)
$226,000 + $181,300
$407,300
2018
$5,104 (+3.7%)
$215,200 + $167,400
$382,600
2017
$4,920 (+6.9%)
$195,600 + $151,600
$347,200
2016
$4,602 (+9.6%)
$177,900 + $142,600
$320,500
2014
$4,199 (+3.9%)
$161,700 + $120,900
$282,600
2013
$4,040 (+5.2%)
$161,700 + $116,900
$278,600
2012
$3,842 (+2.2%)
$152,600 + $126,800
$279,400
2011
$3,760 (−3.9%)
$152,600 + $127,600
$280,200
2010
$3,913 (+1.7%)
$160,600 + $135,400
$296,000
2009
$3,847
$169,000 + $136,300
$305,300
Tax history for 120 Colby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,458 (+17.7%)
$299,600 + $280,600
$580,200
2022
$5,489 (+0.5%)
$239,700 + $218,500
$458,200
2021
$5,463 (+3.4%)
$239,700 + $210,300
$450,000
2020
$5,283 (+3.3%)
$235,000 + $190,000
$425,000
2019
$5,112 (+0.2%)
$226,000 + $181,300
$407,300
2018
$5,104 (+3.7%)
$215,200 + $167,400
$382,600
2017
$4,920 (+6.9%)
$195,600 + $151,600
$347,200
2016
$4,602 (+9.6%)
$177,900 + $142,600
$320,500
2014
$4,199 (+3.9%)
$161,700 + $120,900
$282,600
2013
$4,040 (+5.2%)
$161,700 + $116,900
$278,600
2012
$3,842 (+2.2%)
$152,600 + $126,800
$279,400
2011
$3,760 (−3.9%)
$152,600 + $127,600
$280,200
2010
$3,913 (+1.7%)
$160,600 + $135,400
$296,000
2009
$3,847
$169,000 + $136,300
$305,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,049 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,356
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
190830
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Tandem
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 1/4
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,356
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Ocean
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,115
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Quincy Shore Drive to Milton Rd to Colby Rd
UnparsedAddress: 120 Colby Rd, Quincy MA 02171
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,356
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 190830
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Francis W Parker Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Atlantic Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
North Quincy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
71% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Quincy, MA • 02171
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$771,000 – $933,000
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