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About this property
This charming Dutch colonial home located 12 miles south of Boston and within walking distance of the commuter rail. Meticulously remodeled and move-in ready, featuring a new boiler (2025), mini-split air handlers and insulated windows. The open-concept living space connects the kitchen, living room, dining room and sunroom. Notable custom details include bamboo, hardwood, and marble flooring with radiant heat in the bathrooms and kitchen. The kitchen is a chef's delight with gorgeous custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and premium appliances. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features original hardwood flooring and a cedar closet with a lovely stained-glass window. Two additional bedrooms and a luxurious marble bathroom complete this floor. Beautiful landscaping, raised-bed gardens and a private rear patio provide a peaceful outdoor retreat. Additionally, the custom-built two-car garage and workshop, equipped with utilities, compressed air, and a chain fall—make it a craftsman's dream!
Property details
| Units | — |
| Living area | 1,096 sqft |
| Lot size | 7,200 sqft |
| Year built | 1890 |
| Price / sqft | $684 |
| County | Norfolk |
| MLS # | 73515518 |
Listing status
| Days on market | 20 days |
| Listed on | May 8, 2026 |
Taxes & financials
| Annual property tax | $5,683 |
| Tax year | 2025 |
| Assessed value | $569,400 |
| Zoning | B |
Building & lot
| Total rooms | 5 |
| Lot size | 0.17 acres |
| Garage spaces | 2 |
| Parking spaces | 5 |
| Parking | Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street |
| Basement | Full |
| Foundation | Granite |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Flooring | Marble, Bamboo, Hardwood |
Utilities & systems
| Heating | Baseboard, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ductless |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Utilities | for Gas Range |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator |
Location
Flood zone & environment
- FEMA flood zone: X (minimal). Not in a mapped flood zone, so a lender won't require flood insurance.
- Public sewer area. Inside the Braintree Water & Sewer service area, so no Title 5 septic inspection to sell.
Mapped at the parcel's center point from FEMA's flood maps, MassDEP, NHESP and MEMA (via MassGIS). Not a survey or a flood determination: confirm with FEMA's map service or a lender before you rely on it.
Zoning, taxes & the land
| Zoning | Residence B (B). Confirm with the town before you plan around it. |
| In-law / accessory unit | A single-family home in a district that allows single-family homes by right. Under the 2025 state ADU law, one accessory dwelling up to 900 sq ft (or half the house, if smaller) is generally allowed here without a special permit. Site rules like setbacks and parking still apply. |
| Property tax, FY2025 | About $5,683 a year (assessed $569,400 × $9.98 per $1,000). An estimate: exemptions and abatements change the actual bill. |
| Elevation | About 83 ft above sea level, higher than 29% of Braintree homes. |
| Nearest rail line | About 1,880 ft from the Greenbush commuter rail line. |
Market around Cotton Ave: speed 73/100 (sells faster than most of Braintree); activity 68/100. See the numbers →
Zoning from MassGIS tax parcels; elevation from state LiDAR at the parcel's center point; distances are straight-line. Tax uses the town's residential rate for that fiscal year.
Schools & parks nearby
- Donald Ross School0.6 mi12 min walk
- Archie T. Morrison School1.2 mi23 min walk
- Hollis School1.6 mi
- Mary E. Flaherty School2.2 mi
- Liberty School2.9 mi
- Highlands on Peach Elementary3.2 mi
- East Middle School0.8 mi17 min walk
- South Middle School3.1 mi
- Braintree High School2.8 mi
- Watson Park0.4 mi8 min walk
- Davis Park0.5 mi9 min walk
- Adams Playground0.6 mi11 min walk
Straight-line distance from the parcel's center point; parks are measured to their nearest edge. Every Braintree public school is listed, nearest first; distance is not the assigned school: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools. School and park locations from MassGIS.
Distance to Braintree landmarks
- Weymouth Landing / East Braintree station (commuter rail)0.6 mi11 min walk
- Weymouth Landing0.7 mi14 min walk
- Quincy Adams T station (Red Line)1.7 mi
- Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail)1.9 mi
- Pond Meadow Park2.0 mi
- Braintree Town Hall2.1 mi
- Thayer Public Library2.1 mi
- South Shore Plaza2.5 mi
- Five Corners2.5 mi
- Sunset Lake2.5 mi
Straight-line distance from the listing's map location. Walking and driving routes are longer.
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty — The Zeboski Team. Listing data © MLS PIN.
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Questions & answers
Answered from the listing data and public map data.
What kind of property is 16 Cotton Ave, Braintree MA 02184?
It is a single family residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1,096 sqft, built in 1890.
How long has 16 Cotton Ave, Braintree MA 02184 been on the market?
16 Cotton Ave, Braintree MA 02184 has been listed for 20 days (since May 8, 2026).
What are the property taxes on 16 Cotton Ave, Braintree MA 02184?
Annual property taxes are $5,683 (2025), on an assessed value of $569,400.
What is the price per square foot?
At $749,900 for 1,096 sqft, that's about $684 per square foot.
Is there parking?
2 garage spaces and 5 total parking spaces (detached, garage door opener, heated garage, storage, workshop in garage, garage faces side, paved drive, off street).
Where is this property located?
16 Cotton Ave, Braintree MA 02184 is in Braintree, Norfolk County, MA 02184.
What flood zone is 16 Cotton Ave in?
FEMA flood zone: X (minimal). Not in a mapped flood zone, so a lender won't require flood insurance. Mapped from FEMA's flood maps at the parcel's center point; confirm with FEMA or a lender before relying on it.
Is 16 Cotton Ave on town sewer?
Public sewer area. Inside the Braintree Water & Sewer service area, so no Title 5 septic inspection to sell.
What schools are closest to 16 Cotton Ave?
The closest Braintree public elementary schools are Donald Ross School (about 0.6 miles) and Archie T. Morrison School (about 1.2 miles). The closest middle school is East Middle School (about 0.8 miles). Braintree High School is about 2.8 miles away. These are straight-line distances, not school assignments: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools.
How far is 16 Cotton Ave from the T?
The closest station is Weymouth Landing / East Braintree station (commuter rail), about 0.6 miles away in a straight line, roughly a 11-minute walk.
What parks are near 16 Cotton Ave?
Watson Park (about 0.4 miles), Davis Park (about 0.5 miles) and Adams Playground (about 0.6 miles), measured to the nearest edge of each park.
What are the property taxes on 16 Cotton Ave?
About $5,683 for fiscal 2025, from the assessed value at Braintree's residential rate of $9.98 per $1,000. Exemptions and abatements change the actual bill.
What is 16 Cotton Ave zoned?
Residence B (B), per the state's parcel data. As a single-family home in a district that allows single-family by right, it generally qualifies for one accessory dwelling unit up to 900 sq ft under the 2025 state ADU law. Confirm with the town before planning around it.
How fast do homes sell around Cotton Ave?
Over the last two years, homes within half a mile of Cotton Ave went under agreement in a median 7 days (Braintree: 8) and sold for a median 100.1% of asking (Braintree: 100%), across 92 MLS sales. That puts its market speed at 73 out of 100 against every street in town, where 50 is typical.
