285 Colburn St

1,399 Sq. Ft.
$337 / Sq. Ft.
1,399
Sq. Ft.
$337
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Overlooking the oldest man made water canal in North America, this stunning Colonial offers beautiful water views, history and more! The owner is meticulous and has a flair for design which will capture you the minute you walk through the front door. Enter from the mudroom into a bright and open living room, dining room and newly renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counter tops. A charming 1/2 bath and cozy study nook round out the 1st floor. The 2nd floor offers 3 great sized...Overlooking the oldest man made water canal in North America, this stunning Colonial offers beautiful water views, history and more! The owner is meticulous and has a flair for design which will capture you the minute you walk through the front door. Enter from the mudroom into a bright and open living room, dining room and newly renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counter tops. A charming 1/2 bath and cozy study nook round out the 1st floor. The 2nd floor offers 3 great sized bedrooms, large replacement windows (with water views from the master) as well as a full tiled bath. Updates are numerous and include gorgeous kitchen, windows, roof, and radiant flooring in both baths. Added bonuses are 1st floor laundry, high ceilings and gleaming hardwoods throughout. Walking distance to park, shopping, restaurants, schools, Mother Brook Arts & Community Center and Dedham Square. Commuters-easy access to all major routes & transportation. Don't miss this LOVELY home!
  1. Listed by Marisa Podolski • Donahue Real Estate Co.
  2. Listed by Amy L. O' Brien • Donahue Real Estate Co.

Property Details for 285 Colburn Street

Town
Dedham
Area
MA-Dedham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:57 AM

Property Details for 285 Colburn Street

StatusSold
MLS #72562897
Days on Market49
Taxes$5,037 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Donahue Real Estate Co., Marisa Podolski; Donahue Real Estate Co., Amy L. O' Brien

Sold By LAER Realty Partners, The stevedoug.com Team

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Building Information for 285 Colburn Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,663 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,791 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,372

Property Taxes

$420

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 285 Colburn Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1399.0
  • Color: Blue
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Avery
  • High School: Dhs
  • Middle School: Dms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • 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: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Office
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Stone Wall
  • Lot Description: Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterview Features: Canal
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: Ded
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminate,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Skylight,Flooring - Vinyl,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Office Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 69024
  • Assessments: $356,000
  • Book: 34584
  • Lot: 0039
  • Map: 0096
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Cooling Zones: 0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.0

Property History for 285 Colburn Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 27, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73497566

—
Apr 13, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497566

—
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497566

$699,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/27/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73497566

—
04/13/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497566

—
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497566

$699,900

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Public Records for 285 Colburn Street

Taxable ValueLand$258,500Additions$286,900Total$545,400
Tax Record2025$6,883 ($574 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,399 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,399 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,730 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningBCountyNORFOLKAPNDEDH M:0096 L:0039

Schools near 285 Colburn Street

This home is within Dedham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avery Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Dedham Middle School
Public6 to 8

Dedham 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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Listing Courtesy of Donahue Real Estate Co., Marisa Podolski; Donahue Real Estate Co., Amy L. O' Brien

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