A rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, space, and convenience in one of Scituate’s desirable coastal settings. Tucked away at the end of a long driveway and surrounded by more than five acres of beautiful wooded grounds, this stately saltbox colonial offers a peaceful retreat while remaining close to all that Scituate has to offer. Inside, the thoughtfully designed open floor plan creates an inviting flow for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The first floor features beautiful solid wood floors, custom cabinetry, and abundant natural light. The spacious kitchen is the heart of the home, offering an open layout, top-of-the-line appliances, ample storage, and a walk-in pantry. Just beyond the kitchen, the sunken family room provides a warm and welcoming gathering space with a large fireplace, skylight, and soaring cathedral ceiling. Four generously sized bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations for family and guests, while the finished lower-level playroom provides additional flexible living space for recreation, hobbies, or a home office. The outdoor setting is equally impressive, with a fenced backyard designed for relaxation and entertaining, featuring a large deck, custom patio, pergola, and fire pit, all surrounded by mature landscaping and peaceful wooded views. With more than five acres, there is plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors while maintaining a wonderful sense of privacy. Ideally located for both the city commuter and beach lover, this property offers convenient access to major highways and the commuter rail, while Scituate’s beaches, harbor, restaurants, shops, and community amenities are all within easy reach. A distinctive property offering the rare combination of acreage, privacy, beautifully appointed living spaces, and coastal-town convenience.
Master bedroom on second floor with closet and 3/4 bath
Bedroom 2 on second floor with closet and laminate flooring
Bedroom 3 on second floor with closet and laminate flooring
Bedroom 4 on second floor with closet and laminate flooring
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Master bath present
Second-floor 3/4 bathroom with tiled shower stall
Second-floor full bathroom with tiled tub and shower
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Breakfast bar / nook
Stainless steel appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup (dryer hookup - electric) - in basement
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Oil heating
Wood stove
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Wood deck and patio
Gazebo
Stone wall
Storage
Professional landscaping
Sprinkler system
Fenced yard
Workshop as an additional structure
Harbor and ocean nearby; 1 to 2 miles to beach
Private road frontage
Wooded lot and easements
Home design
Single family residence
Tan exterior color
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Two covered spaces
Open paved driveway and off-street parking
Approximately 10 open parking spaces (12 total parking spaces)
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
Generator and 220-volt electric service
Gas hookup for gas range and electric hookup for electric oven/dryer
HOA & community
Community offers public transportation, shopping, golf, medical facility, conservation area, house of worship, private and public schools, and T-Station access
Not a senior community
Other
Above-grade finished area and below-grade finished area present (total building area listed)
This is a rare find in this beautiful seaside town. Down a long wooded drive is 5.5 acres of wooded privacy but yet convenient to all Scituate has to offer, AN OASIS OF NATURAL SERENITY. The sense of tranquility and escape is total in this leafy locale. This Immaculate, pristine Saltbox Colonial has open-plan living which makes entertaining easy. The downstairs area is warmed by glistening golden-toned floorboards & custom cabinetry. Large open Kitchen Concepts kitchen, dining area opens to a sunken spacious family room with large fireplace, skylights, more built-ins and a soaring cathedral ceiling. 4 generous sized, sunny bedrooms and a partially finished lower level playroom. All this with easy access to the freeway. A desirable location for the city commuter and the beach lover combined!
Public Records
Mar 15, 1990
Sold
$232,500
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,767 (+5.4%)
$459,500 + $418,100
$877,600
2022
$8,320 (+2.7%)
$459,500 + $418,100
$877,600
2021
$8,101 (+3.1%)
$323,500 + $284,200
$607,700
2020
$7,857 (+1.4%)
$311,000 + $271,000
$582,000
2019
$7,748 (−2.5%)
$304,900 + $259,000
$563,900
2018
$7,945 (+6.3%)
$330,800 + $238,700
$569,500
2017
$7,473 (+2.5%)
$300,700 + $229,700
$530,400
2016
$7,288 (+11.2%)
$285,700 + $229,700
$515,400
2015
$6,555 (+2.9%)
$270,700 + $229,700
$500,400
2014
$6,371 (+2.6%)
$270,700 + $217,500
$488,200
2013
$6,210 (+3.1%)
$270,700 + $217,500
$488,200
2012
$6,024 (−7.4%)
$270,700 + $217,500
$488,200
2011
$6,505 (+0.5%)
$365,100 + $213,100
$578,200
2010
$6,475 (+3.2%)
$400,100 + $213,100
$613,200
2009
$6,275
$435,100 + $213,100
$648,200
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.33 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,952
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
1166719
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 14, 2025.
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 95° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Scituate, MA • 02066
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
35
21
37
22
50
33
57
40
68
51
78
61
82
66
78
61
72
56
63
47
53
37
40
26
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 577 - R First Parish Rd
$1,222,186
$23K over list price of $1.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $987K to $1.6M.