Welcome to your new home! This delightful 3-bedroom 1.5 bathroom residence in sought after North Quincy offers the perfect blend of convenience and coastal charm. Located just minutes from the beach and close to the Red Line T, this property ensures easy access to both relaxation and commuting needs. Spanning over 1,200 sqft., this home boasts beautiful hardwood flooring adding warmth and elegance to the living spaces. The well-designed layout features a spacious livingroom/diningroom-ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The updated kitchen features SS appliances and is both functional and inviting, ready for you to create your favorite meals. Enjoy the convenience of being close to the beach, perfect for those sunny days and weekend getaways, and the accessibility of the Red Line for easy travel to Boston & beyond. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to own a home that combines proximity to the beach with the convenience of urban living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,778 sq ftLot Size
$587Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Team Tom Truong• eXp Realty LLC
Bought with Rebecca Huang• East West Real Estate, LLC
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Charles MacMurray
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 97 Colby Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73284045
Oct 21, 2024
Sold
$640,000
$510/sq ft
Aug 27, 2024
Listed
$599,900
$478/sq ft
MLS PIN #72631533
May 1, 2020
Sold
$535,000
$427/sq ft
Mar 21, 2020
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2020
Listed
$510,000
$407/sq ft
+21
Charming and sunny Cape in desirable North Quincy. 3 BRs 1.5 baths & cozy basement rec-room. Newly updated, sparkling white kitchen with stainless appliances & quartz counter tops. Hardwood floors and original built ins. Enjoy morning coffee and sunset dinners on the 3 season porch. Quiet neighborhood, fenced private yard, detached garage. Walk to MBTA and Beach, quick access to highway and so close to Boston!
MLS PIN #72108145
Apr 13, 2017
Sold
$378,000
$301/sq ft
Feb 15, 2017
Pending
—
Feb 6, 2017
Price Changed
$377,500
$301/sq ft
Jan 12, 2017
Listed
$389,900
$311/sq ft
+6
You will enjoy sea side living in this sun splashed all gas Cape. 3 BRs 1.5 baths & cozy basement room. New roof in 2015, carefree siding, garage and good off street parking. Owner spends many evenings on the 3 season porch. Just a stone's throw from Wollaston Beach - ideal for outdoor exercise! Set on a beautiful side street surrounded by well maintained homes.You will enjoy year round ocean breezes & spectacular full moon views from your front steps. EZ walk to Marina Bay boardwalk and quick access to highway. The location is a TEN! --- SEA-ing is belieiving.
MLS PIN #71497771
Jun 21, 2013
Sold
$318,550
$254/sq ft
May 22, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 29, 2013
Price Changed
$330,000
$263/sq ft
Apr 20, 2013
Relisted
—
Apr 15, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 2013
Listed
$359,988
$287/sq ft
MLS PIN #30746660
Aug 14, 2003
Sold
$330,000
$263/sq ft
Jul 31, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 17, 2003
Listed
$339,900
$271/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,341 (+7.3%)
$310,300 + $259,400
$569,700
2022
$5,909 (+3.0%)
$248,200 + $245,000
$493,200
2021
$5,735 (+3.4%)
$248,200 + $224,200
$472,400
2020
$5,546 (+7.1%)
$243,400 + $202,800
$446,200
2019
$5,176 (−0.8%)
$234,000 + $178,400
$412,400
2018
$5,216 (+1.5%)
$222,900 + $168,100
$391,000
2017
$5,141 (+4.4%)
$202,600 + $160,200
$362,800
2016
$4,923 (+21.0%)
$184,200 + $158,600
$342,800
2014
$4,067 (+0.3%)
$167,400 + $106,300
$273,700
2013
$4,054 (+9.1%)
$167,400 + $112,200
$279,600
2012
$3,715 (+1.6%)
$158,000 + $112,200
$270,200
2011
$3,656 (−5.8%)
$158,000 + $114,400
$272,400
2010
$3,880 (+2.2%)
$166,300 + $127,200
$293,500
2009
$3,795
$175,000 + $126,200
$301,200
Tax history for 97 Colby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,341 (+7.3%)
$310,300 + $259,400
$569,700
2022
$5,909 (+3.0%)
$248,200 + $245,000
$493,200
2021
$5,735 (+3.4%)
$248,200 + $224,200
$472,400
2020
$5,546 (+7.1%)
$243,400 + $202,800
$446,200
2019
$5,176 (−0.8%)
$234,000 + $178,400
$412,400
2018
$5,216 (+1.5%)
$222,900 + $168,100
$391,000
2017
$5,141 (+4.4%)
$202,600 + $160,200
$362,800
2016
$4,923 (+21.0%)
$184,200 + $158,600
$342,800
2014
$4,067 (+0.3%)
$167,400 + $106,300
$273,700
2013
$4,054 (+9.1%)
$167,400 + $112,200
$279,600
2012
$3,715 (+1.6%)
$158,000 + $112,200
$270,200
2011
$3,656 (−5.8%)
$158,000 + $114,400
$272,400
2010
$3,880 (+2.2%)
$166,300 + $127,200
$293,500
2009
$3,795
$175,000 + $126,200
$301,200
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,044
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
190871
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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Quincy Shore Drive to Milton to Colby
UnparsedAddress: 97 Colby Rd, Quincy MA 02171
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,044
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 190871
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: First Floor Curtains. Crib, Two Ikea Style Desks, And A Dining Room Table - Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Francis W Parker Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
68% 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
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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
$700,000 – $847,000
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