Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,035 sqft$398/sqft
70 Alton Rd, Quincy, MA 02169
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,344 sq ftLot Size
1929Year Built
$398/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Open house sunday 6/13 cancelled Nestled atop Penn's Hill on a beautiful tree-lined street, this stunning colonial home perfectly blends classic New England charm with thoughtful, modern updates. Move to one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the city & enjoy easy access to Quincy Center, Quincy Adams train station, highways, beaches, shops, parks & restaurants. Fantastic natural light throughout with rooms that flow well together. First floor features 3 separate living spaces, an elegant dining...Open house sunday 6/13 cancelled Nestled atop Penn's Hill on a beautiful tree-lined street, this stunning colonial home perfectly blends classic New England charm with thoughtful, modern updates. Move to one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the city & enjoy easy access to Quincy Center, Quincy Adams train station, highways, beaches, shops, parks & restaurants. Fantastic natural light throughout with rooms that flow well together. First floor features 3 separate living spaces, an elegant dining room, a bath & an updated kitchen. Upstairs there are 3 generously sized bedrooms with good closet space & a recently renovated bathroom with double sinks, a tiled shower, quartz countertops & high-end fixtures. With hardwood floors, custom built-ins & quality carpentry, you will love the attention to detail in each room. Entertain on the private patio overlooking a large, flat backyard that abuts Faxon Park. Don't miss this idyllic property. You will be proud to call 70 Alton Rd. ho
  • Listed by: Lindsey Buchholz • Commonwealth Realty, LLC
Listing closed: 07/28/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72845199

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22

Sale-to-list ratio

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Listing Courtesy of Commonwealth Realty, LLC, Lindsey Buchholz

Sold By Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty, Team Harborside

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Property Information for 70 Alton Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,930 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Quincy
  • MLS Area: South Quincy
  • Area: MA-Quincy-South Quincy, MA-Quincy
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,344 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2035.0
  • Color: Navy
  • 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: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Laundry Chute
  • Interior Features: Laundry Chute, French Doors
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 186.25
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.416666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 149.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.416666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 181.555555
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.333333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 40.597222
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.166666
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.583333
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 75.166666
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Laundry Chute
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.25
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.333333
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 139.854166
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 11.416666
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 12.25
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 146.381944
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Length: 16.416666
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 8.916666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 152.090277
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Length: 10.083333
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 15.083333
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 269.277777
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Beadboard,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.833333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Sellers' statement of property condition available upon request. There are 3 heating zones associated with boiler,but there are 3 additional heating/cooling zones as part of the mini splits/ductless units.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:3024 B:15 L:9,180609
  • Assessments: $570,800
  • Book: 32394
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: RESA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 70 Alton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 28, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72845199

$810,000
Jun 12, 2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72845199

Jun 12, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72845199

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/28/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72845199

$810,000
06/12/2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72845199

06/12/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72845199

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

Public Records for 70 Alton Road

Taxable ValueLand$305,400Additions$452,300Total$757,700
Tax Record2025$8,736 ($728 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,035 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,035 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1929ZoningRESACountyNORFOLKAPNQUIN M:3024 B:15 L:9

Schools near 70 Alton Road

This home is within Quincy School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln-Hancock Community School
PublicK to 4

Reay E Sterling Middle School
Public5 to 8

Quincy High School
Public9 to 12

Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center
PublicPK to 7

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: 70 Alton Road, Quincy, MA 02169
$810,000
3
2,035
7,344
$385,000
3
1,478
4,611
$175,000
3
$429,000
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5,539

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