Last Sold Price
5 beds4,111 sqft$632/sqft
185 Edward Foster Rd, Scituate, MA 02066

Description

Stunning Shingle Style home custom built by current owner to maximize the views of this MAGICAL spot. Panoramic views which take in the fun harbor activity on one side, Scituate Lighthouse straight ahead and the breathtaking waves of the Atlantic Ocean to the right. Fabulous deck to enjoy the ever-changing vista and a sweeping lawn to waters edge for outdoor enjoyment of the property. The moment you enter the gracious foyer you are captivated by the views. Open kitchen, dining and living room space...Stunning Shingle Style home custom built by current owner to maximize the views of this MAGICAL spot. Panoramic views which take in the fun harbor activity on one side, Scituate Lighthouse straight ahead and the breathtaking waves of the Atlantic Ocean to the right. Fabulous deck to enjoy the ever-changing vista and a sweeping lawn to waters edge for outdoor enjoyment of the property. The moment you enter the gracious foyer you are captivated by the views. Open kitchen, dining and living room space perfect for entertaining. Comfortable family room with custom built-ins great for watching TV, while still offering views of the Atlantic. Four bedrooms all with private baths. The Master suite is sensational, w/custom designed windows so you wake up every morning to the gorgeous view. Spacious Bonus room over the garage currently used as a craft room and gym. This home and setting are reminiscent of Nantucket, yet just a 45 minute train ride to Boston.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/22/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 185 Edward Foster Road

Status
MLS #
72502050
Days on Market
144
Taxes
$31,551 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
2005
Town
Scituate
Area
MA-Scituate
Architectural Style
Shingle
Style
Shingle
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces Total
5

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,650,000

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

96.2%

Scituate, MA

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham, Tara Coveney

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham, Jennifer Joyce

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Building Information for 185 Edward Foster Road

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,392 SF

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$15,845 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,215

Property Taxes

$2,629

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 185 Edward Foster Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Other (See Remarks)
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 4111.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: First Cliff
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Mud Room
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Easements, Flood Plain, Gentle Sloping, Level, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Beach Front, Ocean, Harbor, Frontage, Direct Access, Sound, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
  • Waterview Features: Harbor, Ocean
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hydro Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 272.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 169.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 221.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 396.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Length: 18.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 22.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 154.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook
  • Kitchen Length: 11.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 14.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 224.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Deck - Exterior
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: sewer betterment to be assumed by buyer
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:051 B:003 L:024,1169597
  • Assessments: $2,296,300
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 185 Edward Foster Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72502050

$2,600,000
Sep 22, 2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72502050

May 16, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72502050

$3,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72502050

$2,600,000
09/22/2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72502050

05/16/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72502050

$3,250,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 185 Edward Foster Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,893,700Additions$2,215,100Total$4,108,800
Tax Record2025$41,047 ($3,421 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,348 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,348 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,392 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2021CountyPLYMOUTHAPNSCIT M:051 B:003 L:024

Schools near 185 Edward Foster Road

This home is within Scituate School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jenkins Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Gates Intermediate School
Public6 to 8

Scituate High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 185 Edward Foster Road, Scituate, MA 02066
$2,600,000
5
4,111
23,392
4
1,944
68,825
28,883
4
11,583
60,984
$1,420,000
4
2,000
44,147
$355,000
4
2,926

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham, Tara Coveney

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