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About this property
Welcome to 68 French Ave, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial in the heart of South Braintree! Offering the perfect blend of classic charm, modern updates, and an incredible outdoor entertaining space. This home truly has so much to offer. Step inside to find hardwood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting, and a cozy living room complete with a fireplace. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances, while the tastefully updated bathrooms add to the home's appeal. The partially finished basement provides additional flexible living space, perfect for a family room, home office, or gym. Outside is where this property really shines! Your own private backyard oasis awaits, featuring a heated saltwater in-ground pool, expansive deck, patio, fire pit, garden area, and a 6-foot privacy fence, creating the ultimate setting for summer gatherings or simply relaxing at home. Additional highlights include central AC, a two-zone heating system, Nest thermostats, Harvey windows, a spacious laundry/utility room, walk-up attic storage, garage, and storage shed. Ideally located near South Braintree's restaurants, shops, Thayer Academy, the public library, the Red Line, and major highways. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in a fantastic location! Offers, if any, due Tuesday 10/27, at Noon.
Property details
| Units | — |
| Living area | 1,779 sqft |
| Lot size | 7,701 sqft |
| Year built | 1941 |
| Price / sqft | — |
| County | Norfolk |
| MLS # | 73593064 |
Listing status
| Days on market | 7 days |
| Listed on | October 20, 2026 |
Taxes & financials
| Annual property tax | $8,223 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $817,400 |
| Zoning | B |
Building & lot
| Total rooms | 8 |
| Lot size | 0.18 acres |
| Garage spaces | 1 |
| Parking spaces | 5 |
| Parking | Attached, Paved Drive, Paved |
| Basement | Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Conventional (2x4-2x6) |
| Flooring | Tile, Laminate, Hardwood |
Utilities & systems
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Utilities | for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection |
| Appliances | Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker |
Location
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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 $7,871 a year (assessed $788,700 × $9.98 per $1,000). An estimate: exemptions and abatements change the actual bill. |
| Elevation | About 113 ft above sea level, higher than 55% of Braintree homes. |
| Nearest expressway | About 2,020 ft from Route 3. |
| Nearest rail line | About 270 ft from the Kingston commuter rail line. |
Market around French Ave: speed 23/100 (sells a bit slower than most of Braintree); activity 79/100. 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
- Hollis School0.7 mi13 min walk
- Archie T. Morrison School1.2 mi25 min walk
- Mary E. Flaherty School1.3 mi
- Liberty School1.4 mi
- Highlands on Peach Elementary1.6 mi
- Donald Ross School1.8 mi
- East Middle School1.2 mi24 min walk
- South Middle School1.4 mi
- Braintree High School0.9 mi18 min walk
- French's Common500 ft2 min walk
- Daily Soccer Field0.3 mi6 min walk
- Hollis Field0.5 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
- Thayer Public Library500 ft2 min walk
- Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail)500 ft2 min walk
- Braintree Town Hall0.1 mi2 min walk
- Sunset Lake0.6 mi12 min walk
- Five Corners1.0 mi19 min walk
- Pond Meadow Park1.3 mi
- South Shore Plaza1.4 mi
- Quincy Adams T station (Red Line)1.9 mi
- Weymouth Landing / East Braintree station (commuter rail)2.1 mi
- Weymouth Landing2.4 mi
Straight-line distance from the listing's map location. Walking and driving routes are longer.
Listing courtesy of a MLS PIN member office. Listing data © MLS PIN.
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Questions & answers
Answered from the listing data and public map data.
What kind of property is 68 French Ave, Braintree MA 02184?
It is a single family residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1,779 sqft, built in 1941.
How long has 68 French Ave, Braintree MA 02184 been on the market?
68 French Ave, Braintree MA 02184 has been listed for 7 days (since October 20, 2026).
What are the property taxes on 68 French Ave, Braintree MA 02184?
Annual property taxes are $8,223 (2026), on an assessed value of $817,400.
Is there parking?
1 garage space and 5 total parking spaces (attached, paved drive, paved).
Where is this property located?
68 French Ave, Braintree MA 02184 is in Braintree, Norfolk County, MA 02184.
What flood zone is 68 French 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 68 French 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 68 French Ave?
The closest Braintree public elementary schools are Hollis School (about 0.7 miles) and Archie T. Morrison School (about 1.2 miles). The closest middle school is East Middle School (about 1.2 miles). Braintree High School is about 0.9 miles away. These are straight-line distances, not school assignments: Braintree assigns schools by address, so check with Braintree Public Schools.
How far is 68 French Ave from the T?
The closest station is Braintree T station (Red Line + commuter rail), about 500 feet away in a straight line, roughly a 2-minute walk.
What parks are near 68 French Ave?
French's Common (about 500 feet), Daily Soccer Field (about 0.3 miles) and Hollis Field (about 0.5 miles), measured to the nearest edge of each park.
What are the property taxes on 68 French Ave?
About $7,871 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 68 French 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 French Ave?
Over the last two years, homes within half a mile of French Ave went under agreement in a median 12 days (Braintree: 8) and sold for a median 100% of asking (Braintree: 100%), across 76 MLS sales. That puts its market speed at 23 out of 100 against every street in town, where 50 is typical.
