Nestled at the end of Poplar Road, this beautifully renovated home enjoys a serene setting with lovely marsh views and the smell of the salt air. The nearly quarter acre lot offers privacy unlike most in the area--you will love the feeling of space and the natural elements that surround you as well as the miles of coastal walking trails that stretch down into Houghs Neck and up to Squantum. As part of the Post Island Beach Association, you may choose to join for access to the private beach that's just at the end of the road. So many smart, stylish updates have been made over the last 6 years! The floor plan has been opened up and windows added to maximize eye-travel, natural light and views. Upstairs, find three bedrooms including a large, sky-lit primary bedroom that boasts a walk-in closet & vaulted ceiling and a new bathroom with additional walk-in. Welcome to the Post Island Community where you feel like you're part of a seaside hideaway, but with city conveniences right nearby.
Single-familyProperty Type
1912Year Built
9,000 sq ftLot Size
$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Erin Feeney• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Nestled at the end of Poplar Road, this home enjoys a serene setting with lovely marsh views and the smell of the salt air. The nearly quarter acre lot offers privacy unlike most in the area--you will love the feeling of space and the natural elements that surrounds you. There are miles of coastal walking trails that stretch down into Houghs Neck and up to Squantum. As part of the Post Island Beach Association, you may choose to join for access to the private beach that's just end the end of the road. Formerly a bungalow, the house was expanded and substantially renovated in 1987. Three nice bedrooms including a large, sky-lit master bedroom that boasts a walk-in closet and vaulted ceiling. *The 2nd floor bathroom is in need of finishing…it currently functions as a half bath.* Welcome to the Post Island Community--feel like you're part of a seaside retreat, yet with the convenience of public transportation and area amenities right nearby.
Public Records
Jun 16, 1987
Sold
$125,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,216 (+3.3%)
$279,900 + $368,400
$648,300
2022
$6,984 (+5.4%)
$254,800 + $328,200
$583,000
2021
$6,626 (+1.4%)
$254,800 + $291,000
$545,800
2020
$6,532 (+3.0%)
$245,100 + $280,400
$525,500
2019
$6,339 (+5.9%)
$229,200 + $275,900
$505,100
2018
$5,986 (+4.5%)
$199,700 + $249,000
$448,700
2017
$5,728 (+2.5%)
$199,700 + $204,500
$404,200
2016
$5,589 (+12.6%)
$199,700 + $189,500
$389,200
2014
$4,963 (+4.1%)
$179,600 + $154,400
$334,000
2013
$4,766 (+3.8%)
$179,600 + $149,100
$328,700
2012
$4,593 (+0.5%)
$179,600 + $154,400
$334,000
2011
$4,572 (−2.0%)
$187,000 + $153,700
$340,700
2010
$4,667 (−1.6%)
$196,700 + $156,300
$353,000
2009
$4,743
$218,300 + $158,100
$376,400
Tax history for 31 Poplar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,216 (+3.3%)
$279,900 + $368,400
$648,300
2022
$6,984 (+5.4%)
$254,800 + $328,200
$583,000
2021
$6,626 (+1.4%)
$254,800 + $291,000
$545,800
2020
$6,532 (+3.0%)
$245,100 + $280,400
$525,500
2019
$6,339 (+5.9%)
$229,200 + $275,900
$505,100
2018
$5,986 (+4.5%)
$199,700 + $249,000
$448,700
2017
$5,728 (+2.5%)
$199,700 + $204,500
$404,200
2016
$5,589 (+12.6%)
$199,700 + $189,500
$389,200
2014
$4,963 (+4.1%)
$179,600 + $154,400
$334,000
2013
$4,766 (+3.8%)
$179,600 + $149,100
$328,700
2012
$4,593 (+0.5%)
$179,600 + $154,400
$334,000
2011
$4,572 (−2.0%)
$187,000 + $153,700
$340,700
2010
$4,667 (−1.6%)
$196,700 + $156,300
$353,000
2009
$4,743
$218,300 + $158,100
$376,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,894
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
173097
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Jan 4, 2020 • Active
Building permit application
Electrical
Kitchen
Remodel
Jan 4, 2020 • Final
Plumbing permit_original
Kitchen
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Directions: Coveted Post Island community: take Sea Street to Post Island to Poplar
UnparsedAddress: 31 Poplar Road, Quincy MA 02169
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,894
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 173097
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Merrymount Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Broad Meadows Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Quincy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
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