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*PRICE IMPROVEMENT* Open Houses Saturday & Sunday 10/3 & 10/4 12-1:30pm Welcome to a truly special property with history, character, space, & tremendous potential. Built in 1873 & lovingly owned by the same family for 3 generations, this 4 bedroom, 2.5-bath home is ready for its next chapter-& offers the opportunity to create something uniquely your own in one of the South Shore's most sought-after communities. Inside, the home is filled w character. The spacious kitchen features a large eat-in area that naturally becomes the heart of the home, while the finished basement provides valuable additional space for a playroom, home office, gym, media room, hobby area, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. The real opportunity continues outside. A substantial 28' x 36' outbuilding w its own electrical breaker offers an incredible amount of flexibility & future potential. Whether you envision a workshop, studio, home business, creative space, recreation area, serious storage, or a future ADU, this oversized structure gives you options that are increasingly hard to find. With vision & some thoughtful updates, it could become one of the property's most valuable & distinctive features. The outdoor space is equally inviting, with an above-ground pool surrounded by custom decking-perfect for summer entertaining, relaxing afternoons, & making memories at home. This property does need work, but for the right buyer, that is where the opportunity lies. Bring your ideas, your vision, & your creativity to restore & personalize a home that has already stood for more than 150 years. Rather than starting with a blank slate, you have the chance to preserve the character & history of an established home while creating a space that works beautifully for the future.Situated in the heart of Braintree, you are close to the commuter rail, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, major highways, & everyday conveniences, with easy access to Boston & the South Shore. Braintree offers the ideal blend of community, convenience, & connectivity-making it a wonderful place to put down roots & a location that continues to be highly desirable.History, location, land, space, and potential-this property offers the opportunity to create something truly special in a community where people want to call home. After three generations, this beloved property is ready for its next owner to restore, reimagine, and write the next chapter.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms4
  • Mls StatusPrice Changed
  • Bathroom3
  • Listing Terms Contract
  • Lot Features Wooded, Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Parcel Number M:1027 B:0000 L:0005,13013

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $653,400
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$6,573

Parking

  • Parking Spaces
  • Open Parking YN Yes

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathroom 2 Second
  • Bathroom 3 Basement
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 2.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second,11 x 12
  • Bedroom 3 Main, First,10 x 11
  • Bedroom 4 First,12 x 12
  • Family Room Basement
  • Full Bath2
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen Main, First,10 x 18
  • Living Room Main, First,16 x 16
  • Main Level Bedrooms 1
  • Master Bedroom Second,13

Basic Information

  • List Price$650,000
  • MLS Number73565857
  • Modification Date09/30/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • Address39 Fountain Street
  • Building Number39
  • CountyNorfolk
  • StateMA
  • StreetFountain Street
  • TownBraintree
  • Zip02184

Building

  • BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • FoundationStone
  • Patio And Porch Features Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Property StyleColonial
  • Rooms7
  • Window Features Screens
  • Year Built1873
  • Year Built Details Unknown/Mixed
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.23

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior Features Closet, Slider, Bonus Room

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Porch, Deck, Patio, Pool - Above Ground, Screens
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Electric 200+ Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Baseboard, Oil
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,718
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,718
  • Lot Size Square Feet 9,980
  • Lot Size Units Acres

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Laundromat
    • Marina
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Pool
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedTankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Pool Features Above Ground
  • Pool Private YN Yes

Other

  • Date Listed08/19/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count3

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Listed by Stacy Howe of Coldwell Banker Realty - Easton

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