278 Common St

1,698 Sq. Ft.
$412 / Sq. Ft.
1,698
Sq. Ft.
$412
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fantastic opportunity to make this charming 3 bed single-family home your own. Built in 1947 & lovingly maintained, this home offers 1,698 sqft of comfortable living space filled w/ timeless character and potential. First floor features spacious dining room, perfect for family gatherings & entertaining, which flows seamlessly into large fireplaced living room highlighted by a beautiful picture window, filling the space w/ natural light. Versatile bonus room provides ideal space for a home office,...Fantastic opportunity to make this charming 3 bed single-family home your own. Built in 1947 & lovingly maintained, this home offers 1,698 sqft of comfortable living space filled w/ timeless character and potential. First floor features spacious dining room, perfect for family gatherings & entertaining, which flows seamlessly into large fireplaced living room highlighted by a beautiful picture window, filling the space w/ natural light. Versatile bonus room provides ideal space for a home office, study, or playroom. Kitchen offers access to a breezeway, enclosed porch. Half bath & attached one-car garage complete 1st floor. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms & full bathroom. Situated on spacious lot, the property provides plenty of outdoor space for gardening, recreation, entertaining, or simply relaxing. This well cared for home in desirable location presents an exceptional opportunity to move in as you add your own personal touches & updates.
  1. Listed by Barbara Rizzo • Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood

Property Details for 278 Common Street

Town
Walpole
Area
MA-Walpole
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2026 10:19 AM

Property Details for 278 Common Street

StatusContingent
MLS #73541750
Days on Market7
Taxes$8,125 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1947
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood, Barbara Rizzo
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Building Information for 278 Common Street

Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

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$4,160 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,483

Property Taxes

$677

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 278 Common Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 1698.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bonus Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Porch - Screened, Patio
  • Lot Description: Cleared
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: French Doors
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Breezeway
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Estate sale -Sold As-Is. Hardwood floors under carpet. Buyer/Buyer agent to perform own due diligence. All information provided by the Seller and Agent is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed,and no warranties are made. Some photos virtually staged,enhanced including fireplace.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 250160
  • Assessments: $647,300
  • Book: 15672
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: GR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 278 Common Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73541750

Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73541750

$699,000
Dec 14, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326702104

$1
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73541750

06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73541750

$699,000
12/14/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326702104

$1

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Public Records for 278 Common Street

Taxable ValueLand$333,000Additions$300,300Total$633,300
Tax Record2025$8,125 ($677 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947CountyNORFOLKAPNWALP M:00034 B:00219 L:00000

Schools near 278 Common Street

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

Eleanor N Johnson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Walpole High School
Public9 to 12

Walpole Middle School
Public6 to 8

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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