Coastal Living awaits you in this beautifully maintained 4 bed, 3 full bath oceanfront charmer located in the highly desirable Minot area of Scituate. You'll be mesmerized by the sweeping ocean views from Minot Light all the way down the coast. The main level features an open and bright floor plan with a living room awash in light and views, an open dining area and a freshly updated kitchen. An expansive rear porch and patio offers plenty of space for hosting seaside parties with your own private steps down to the beach. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms both with access to a large deck along the ocean side as well as a full bath and office/den. The top floor features a primary en-suite with views to die for! Lower level offers another bedroom, full bath, family room space and wet bar. Close to both Scituate and Cohasset harbors with numerous restaurants, bars, and shopping options. Quintessential New England charm around every corner. Easy Boston access via the commuter rail just minutes away.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$635Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Jeffrey Serowick• Coldwell Banker Realty - Scituate
Fantastic update from summer col to year round 4 levels of living. magnificent views - set on beautiful sandy N. Scituate beach. marble baths, granite/maple kit. st. stl. appliances incl. Viking stove, KitAid fridge, Bosch dw. Open floor plan. gleaming new hardwood floors, central a/c - a very special offering.Ready for your year-round enjoyment. VERY MOTIVATED OWNER - "BRING OFFERS"!!!!!
MLS PIN #30616104
Jun 30, 2003
Sold
$610,000
$234/sq ft
Sep 14, 2002
Listing Removed
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Jun 10, 2002
Listed
$650,000
$250/sq ft
RENOVATED OCEANFRONT SUMMER COLONIAL-ENJOY LUSH LIVING ON SANDY NORTH SCITUATE BEACH-THIS CHARMING SUMMER FAMILY HOME HAS MULTIPLE DECKS, PORCH, PATIO-HEAVENLY BREEZES FROM ANY SPOT. WHAT AN OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY SCITUATE'S GOLD COAST!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$13,622 (+3.1%)
$878,000 + $424,300
$1,302,300
2023
$13,214 (−7.4%)
$886,900 + $428,000
$1,314,900
2022
$14,269 (+1.7%)
$806,200 + $381,000
$1,187,200
2021
$14,031 (+2.5%)
$711,200 + $341,400
$1,052,600
2020
$13,684 (+12.4%)
$683,700 + $329,900
$1,013,600
2019
$12,174 (+1.5%)
$574,600 + $311,400
$886,000
2018
$11,996 (+0.2%)
$579,900 + $280,000
$859,900
2017
$11,972 (+1.0%)
$569,700 + $280,000
$849,700
2016
$11,854 (+7.9%)
$569,700 + $268,600
$838,300
2015
$10,982
$569,700 + $268,600
$838,300
2014
$10,984 (+11.5%)
$590,100 + $251,600
$841,700
2013
$9,850 (−6.7%)
$529,000 + $245,400
$774,400
2012
$10,561 (+2.4%)
$610,400 + $245,400
$855,800
2011
$10,316 (−2.0%)
$646,000 + $271,000
$917,000
2010
$10,528 (−2.2%)
$726,000 + $271,000
$997,000
2009
$10,764
$841,000 + $271,000
$1,112,000
Tax history for 79 Surfside
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$13,622 (+3.1%)
$878,000 + $424,300
$1,302,300
2023
$13,214 (−7.4%)
$886,900 + $428,000
$1,314,900
2022
$14,269 (+1.7%)
$806,200 + $381,000
$1,187,200
2021
$14,031 (+2.5%)
$711,200 + $341,400
$1,052,600
2020
$13,684 (+12.4%)
$683,700 + $329,900
$1,013,600
2019
$12,174 (+1.5%)
$574,600 + $311,400
$886,000
2018
$11,996 (+0.2%)
$579,900 + $280,000
$859,900
2017
$11,972 (+1.0%)
$569,700 + $280,000
$849,700
2016
$11,854 (+7.9%)
$569,700 + $268,600
$838,300
2015
$10,982
$569,700 + $268,600
$838,300
2014
$10,984 (+11.5%)
$590,100 + $251,600
$841,700
2013
$9,850 (−6.7%)
$529,000 + $245,400
$774,400
2012
$10,561 (+2.4%)
$610,400 + $245,400
$855,800
2011
$10,316 (−2.0%)
$646,000 + $271,000
$917,000
2010
$10,528 (−2.2%)
$726,000 + $271,000
$997,000
2009
$10,764
$841,000 + $271,000
$1,112,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
2,388
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
1163849
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 374
Length: 22
Width: 17
Level: Fourth Floor
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 286
Length: 22
Width: 13
Level: Third
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Third
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 76.5
Length: 8.5
Width: 9
Level: Third
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 72
Length: 9
Width: 8
Level: Fourth Floor
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: First
Living Room Information
Area: 408
Length: 24
Width: 17
Level: Second
Family Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 18
Width: 16
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Area: 150
Length: 10
Width: 15
Level: Second
Kitchen Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: Second
Office Room Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Third
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 11X9
Laundry Features: First Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Home Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,603
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered
Directions: Gannet Rd to Surfside. #79 on the left
UnparsedAddress: 79 Surfside, Scituate MA 02066
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,388
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Plymouth County
APN: 1163849
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Wooden Whale Sign Hanging Over Kitchen Sink.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wampatuck Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Gates Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Scituate High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
9/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 14 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
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.57M – $1.90M
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