Welcome to one of Dedham’s most desirable addresses! Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, this charming home offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern updates. Inside, you’ll find incredible details, soaring high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a warm inviting feel throughout. Major improvements include updated roof, heating system, windows, chimney liner, paint, and more, providing peace of mind for years to come. The finished lower level offers flexible bonus space ideal for a home office, playroom, gym, or guest retreat. Step outside to a private fenced backyard perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or play. Unbeatable location just a short walk to Dedham High School, Middle School, vibrant downtown Dedham, shops, and restaurants. A commuter’s dream with easy access to major routes, all while enjoying a true neighborhood community feel. You won't want to miss this beautiful property.
For sale
$729,900
8 Contentment Pl, Dedham, MA 02026
4beds
1,772sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,676 Square Feet Lot
$728,300 Zestimate®
$412/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesTimeless characterQuiet dead-end streetGleaming hardwood floorsSoaring high ceilingsWarm inviting feel throughout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hillary Birch 781-608-1425,
Compass 781-285-8028
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73508367
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,772
- Total interior livable area: 1,772 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,772
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,676 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 69679
- Zoning: 1010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dedham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $412/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $679,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,064
- Date on market: 4/28/2026
Estimated market value
$728,300
$692,000 - $765,000
$4,226/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $729,900+102.8%$412/sqft |
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| 7/30/2007 | Sold | $360,000+185.7%$203/sqft |
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| 6/30/1993 | Sold | $126,000$71/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,123 +7.3% | $643,700 +6.3% |
| 2024 | $7,571 +3.2% | $605,700 +6% |
| 2023 | $7,335 +6.4% | $571,300 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $6,891 +9.8% | $516,200 +12.5% |
| 2021 | $6,275 +0.3% | $459,000 +0.6% |
| 2020 | $6,258 +5% | $456,100 +8.3% |
| 2019 | $5,960 +1.1% | $421,200 +4% |
| 2018 | $5,894 +4% | $405,100 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $5,668 +1.2% | $384,000 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $5,603 +2.6% | $361,700 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $5,461 +2.7% | $344,100 +4.1% |
| 2014 | $5,316 +10.8% | $330,600 +8.8% |
| 2013 | $4,800 +2.7% | $304,000 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $4,674 +11.3% | $302,900 +3.7% |
| 2011 | $4,199 +3.7% | $292,200 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,048 +0.5% | $298,300 -6.5% |
| 2009 | $4,027 +3.8% | $319,100 -0.8% |
| 2008 | $3,878 +1% | $321,800 -8.4% |
| 2007 | $3,840 +1.8% | $351,300 +3.8% |
| 2006 | $3,773 +11.8% | $338,400 +5.1% |
| 2005 | $3,375 +77.4% | $322,000 +73.1% |
| 2004 | $1,903 -27.1% | $186,000 |
| 2003 | $2,610 +4.9% | $186,000 |
| 2002 | $2,487 +20.9% | $186,000 +27% |
| 1999 | $2,057 | $146,400 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,249/mo
Principal & interest
$3629
Property taxes
$620
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Oakdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Avery Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Dedham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Dedham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Dedham
- 02026
- Oakdale
- 8 Contentment Pl






