Welcome to this charming Colonial offering 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, with a wonderful layout that provides plenty of space for family, entertaining, and everyday living. The country kitchen features a fireplace, granite countertops, and recessed lighting. The formal dining room offers two built-in hutches, while the living room features a large picture window that brings in plenty of natural light. The huge family room is truly a standout feature, with a wood/pellet stove, two built-ins, a bookcase, and a convenient butler's pantry. This room overlooks the spacious backyard and provides an inviting gathering space for family and friends. The first floor also offers a bedroom, making this home particularly versatile for those who want first-floor living, a guest room, or a home office. You'll also find a 3-season porch with sliders, a full bath, and a welcoming foyer with convenient space to hang your coats. Hardwood floors are featured in just about every room, adding warmth and character throughout the home. The second floor features three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient nook that could be used as a reading area, study space, or home office. The walkout basement offers a game room with recessed lighting, providing even more space for recreation and entertaining. Outside, enjoy a spectacular backyard complete with a patio, fire pit, and shed, perfect for outdoor entertaining, summer gatherings, or relaxing around the fire. The property also includes a 2-car garage. Braintree is commuter easy, unbeatable transit options, it's conveniently located close to MBTA, the Route 3 and I-93 highway. Shopping, the South Shore Plaza is just minutes away, Schools, Donald Ross Elementary is just 0.3 miles away. At this location everything is at your fingertips. Showings begin at the FIRST OPEN HOUSE Sunday, August 23rd, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Come see this charming Colonial and discover everything this wonderful home and that Braintree has to offer. I look forward to seeing you there!
| Units | — |
| Living area | 3,223 sqft |
| Lot size | 8,429 sqft |
| Year built | 1900 |
| Price / sqft | $233 |
| County | Norfolk |
| MLS # | 73566474 |
| Days on market | 3 days |
| Listed on | August 20, 2026 |
| Annual property tax | $6,254 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $621,700 |
| Zoning | B |
| Total rooms | 9 |
| Lot size | 0.19 acres |
| Garage spaces | 2 |
| Parking spaces | 5 |
| Parking | Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street |
| Basement | Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter, Granite |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Frame |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Heating | Forced Air, Oil |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Utilities | for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup |
| Appliances | Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator |
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It is a single family residence with 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 3,223 sqft, built in 1900.
42 Howard St, Braintree MA 02184 has been listed for 3 days (since August 20, 2026).
Annual property taxes are $6,254 (2026), on an assessed value of $621,700.
At $749,900 for 3,223 sqft, that's about $233 per square foot.
2 garage spaces and 5 total parking spaces (detached, paved drive, off street).
42 Howard St, Braintree MA 02184 is in Braintree, Norfolk County, MA 02184.

Justin Rollo is a Broker Associate with Signal Real Estate (MA Lic. #9534264) and a lifelong Massachusetts resident. Over 14 years and hundreds of transactions, he has worked homes across Braintree and the South Shore full-time. Away from real estate, Justin is a proud dad, youth coach and local school-committee member — and a former professional poker player who still loves golf and following local sports.