This 1721 fairy tale antique has been meticulously restored to a seamless blend of its historical charm and modern updates. The open concept kitchen, living, and dining areas offer a contemporary living space complemented by two beautifully tiled bathrooms (one with radiant heat), and a first floor laundry area. Exterior improvements include a new transfer connection for a portable generator, new architectural shingled roof on both the home and garage, freshly shingled garage front and new garage doors. The list goes on! You’ll enjoy the lush gardens while relaxing on your screened porch with mahogany flooring. This bucolic property will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time, removed from the hustle and bustle, while still enjoying easy access to the Harbor, Greenbush Commuter Rail and Scituate Beaches! ~ This Antique Gem is Featured on circaoldhouses.com ~
Single-familyProperty Type
1721Year Built
0.92 acresLot Size
$583Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joann Taft• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Jon Kumin• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
The Benjamin Briggs Home. Some houses simply convey warmth. Such is the case with this early 18th century cape, beautifully sited on a private secluded acre lot. One of the oldest dwellings in Scituate, today this home reflects the care & attention of generations of owners who have kept authentic details intact while recently integrating modern amenities. This home welcomes you to large front to back living room with beamed ceilings and an over sized fireplace. The large dining room is the perfect place for a warm holiday dinner and entertaining family and friends. The remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, farmhouse sink, open shelving wood counter tops and a modern retro refrigerator. Easy floor plan, well suited for today’s active family living w/spacious, sunny rooms all perfectly restored. Convenient location, mins to town Scituate Harbor & the Greenbush Commuter Rail. This home will capture your senses with its enchanting beauty & exceptional character
MLS PIN #71999069
Jul 8, 2016
Sold
$319,000
$237/sq ft
May 16, 2016
Pending
—
May 4, 2016
Listed
$339,000
$252/sq ft
+13
Welcome to the Benjamin Briggs Homestead. Classic 1700's antique cape. Old very wide wood floor boards . Many of the original features still intact. Retreat setting with a multitude of annual flowers & shrubs. Home is in the process of being hooked up to town sewer. Front to back living room with cozy fireplace. Center staircase leading to bedrooms, full bath and storage closets.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,274 (+2.8%)
$396,400 + $241,900
$638,300
2025
$6,106 (+1.1%)
$379,300 + $231,900
$611,200
2024
$6,040 (+5.4%)
$379,300 + $231,900
$611,200
2022
$5,732 (−4.2%)
$344,800 + $238,200
$583,000
2021
$5,984 (−0.9%)
$262,000 + $186,900
$448,900
2020
$6,036 (+1.8%)
$251,900 + $195,200
$447,100
2019
$5,929 (−3.0%)
$246,900 + $184,600
$431,500
2018
$6,113 (+7.0%)
$263,800 + $174,400
$438,200
2017
$5,713 (+2.7%)
$239,800 + $165,700
$405,500
2016
$5,564 (+11.3%)
$227,800 + $165,700
$393,500
2015
$4,998 (+3.6%)
$215,800 + $165,700
$381,500
2014
$4,825 (+2.6%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2013
$4,703 (+3.1%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2012
$4,562 (+3.3%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2011
$4,418 (+8.1%)
$225,000 + $167,700
$392,700
2010
$4,087 (+1.2%)
$230,000 + $157,000
$387,000
2009
$4,037
$260,000 + $157,000
$417,000
Tax history for 52 Old Oaken Bucket Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,274 (+2.8%)
$396,400 + $241,900
$638,300
2025
$6,106 (+1.1%)
$379,300 + $231,900
$611,200
2024
$6,040 (+5.4%)
$379,300 + $231,900
$611,200
2022
$5,732 (−4.2%)
$344,800 + $238,200
$583,000
2021
$5,984 (−0.9%)
$262,000 + $186,900
$448,900
2020
$6,036 (+1.8%)
$251,900 + $195,200
$447,100
2019
$5,929 (−3.0%)
$246,900 + $184,600
$431,500
2018
$6,113 (+7.0%)
$263,800 + $174,400
$438,200
2017
$5,713 (+2.7%)
$239,800 + $165,700
$405,500
2016
$5,564 (+11.3%)
$227,800 + $165,700
$393,500
2015
$4,998 (+3.6%)
$215,800 + $165,700
$381,500
2014
$4,825 (+2.6%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2013
$4,703 (+3.1%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2012
$4,562 (+3.3%)
$215,800 + $153,900
$369,700
2011
$4,418 (+8.1%)
$225,000 + $167,700
$392,700
2010
$4,087 (+1.2%)
$230,000 + $157,000
$387,000
2009
$4,037
$260,000 + $157,000
$417,000
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1971
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1721
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
1562905S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 7
Parking Features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
Living Room Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan
Family Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wood
Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan
Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 7X8
Laundry Features: Flooring - Wood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,344
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.92
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,040
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Oil
Location
Location Information
Directions: Old Oaken Bucket Rd. thru white gate across street from the Old Oaken Bucket House to end of drive.
UnparsedAddress: 52 Old Oaken Bucket Rd., Scituate MA 02066
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1721
Year Renovated: 1971
County: Plymouth County
APN: 1562905S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 1, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Stained Glass Hung In Office, Wall Cabinet Downstairs Bathroom.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Jenkins Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Gates Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Scituate High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Scituate, MA • 02066
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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
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Estimated sale price
$745,000 – $901,000
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