Meticulously maintained and full of charm, this beautiful home is located in Quincy's highly sought-after Merrymount neighborhood. A freshly painted exterior, gleaming hardwood floors, and a new gas heating and hot water system provide lasting value and peace of mind. The inviting floor plan features a spacious eat-in kitchen with a convenient half bath, formal dining room, cozy den, and a warm living room complete with a gas fireplace. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms and a full bath, with the fourth bedroom providing access to a finished walk-up third floor offering flexible space for a family room, home office, playroom, or guest retreat. Abundant storage throughout, plus an unfinished basement and detached two-car garage. Enjoy the private back patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideally located less than a mile from Quincy Center's restaurants, shops, entertainment, the MBTA Red Line and Commuter Rail, and major highways for an easy commute. Close to Merrymount Elementary, Quincy High School, Wollaston Beach, and Quincy Shore Drive. A wonderful opportunity to own a classic home in one of Quincy's most desirable neighborhoods.
For sale
$769,000
79 Butler Rd, Quincy, MA 02169
4beds
1,786sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
4,938 Square Feet Lot
$758,500 Zestimate®
$431/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceDetached two-car garagePrivate back patioFormal dining roomCozy denGleaming hardwood floorsUnfinished basement
- 3 days |
- 1,186 |
- 62 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kim Johnson 781-308-8699,
Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73562603
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Marble
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Den, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,786
- Total interior livable area: 1,786 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,786
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 4,938 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:1116 B:0024 L:000B,174745
- Zoning: RESB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Subdivision: Merrymount
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Quincy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $431/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $679,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,009
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
Estimated market value
$758,500
$721,000 - $796,000
$3,863/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $769,000+107.8%$431/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73562603 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2002 | Sold | $370,000$207/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,234 +5.7% | $627,400 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $6,847 +9.8% | $607,500 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $6,236 +0.5% | $560,300 +8.2% |
| 2022 | $6,206 +0.9% | $518,000 +2.2% |
| 2021 | $6,153 +4.2% | $506,800 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $5,905 +4.2% | $475,100 +5.3% |
| 2019 | $5,665 -1.7% | $451,400 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $5,763 +1.4% | $432,000 +7.8% |
| 2017 | $5,681 +4.6% | $400,900 +6% |
| 2016 | $5,431 +2.9% | $378,200 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $5,279 +5.9% | $361,600 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $4,987 +1.6% | $335,600 -0.9% |
| 2013 | $4,910 +1.3% | $338,600 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $4,846 +1.1% | $352,400 -1.4% |
| 2011 | $4,795 +6.6% | $357,300 +5% |
| 2010 | $4,497 -0.5% | $340,200 -5.2% |
| 2009 | $4,521 +17.2% | $358,800 +0.7% |
| 2008 | $3,858 -1.6% | $356,200 -5.1% |
| 2007 | $3,919 +2.8% | $375,400 +1.8% |
| 2006 | $3,811 +0.2% | $368,900 +5.2% |
| 2005 | $3,803 -0.3% | $350,800 +15.5% |
| 2004 | $3,816 +19.7% | $303,800 +29.8% |
| 2003 | $3,188 +24.5% | $234,100 +45.8% |
| 2001 | $2,560 +4.6% | $160,600 |
| 1999 | $2,448 | $160,600 |
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Neighborhood: 02169
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Merrymount Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Quincy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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