Seller's Agent in 2019
William Good
Compass
(617) 921-9619
10 Total Sales
169 Border St Scituate, MA 02066
Estimated Value: $3,490,000 - $5,804,000
4
Beds
5
Baths
5,165
Sq Ft
$915/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- River View
- Fruit Trees
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wampatuck Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Wet Bar
About This Home
As of May 2019Overlooking the Gulf River, and conservation land across the Gulf known as Supper Island, on seven magnificent acres, this one-of-a-kind French Country Estate, known as Unicorn Cottage, built by Edward Cunningham in 1923, is a true world class residence offering the utmost in privacy, serenity and stunning water views inside and out. The Massachusetts Horticultural Society has awarded the garden a Gold Medal for a Four Season Garden. An allee of pear trees welcomes guests to the formal courtyard entry of this Stone Masterpiece, with its grand formal spaces and family friendly rustic casual spaces. A home and grounds unmatched in any of the Greater Boston coastal towns!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $39,809
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- Stone Wall
- Sprinkler System
- Fruit Trees
- Garden
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- French Doors
- River Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Oil Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- Security Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:003 B:002 L:001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 3, 2017
Closed on
Apr 30, 2019
Sold by
169 Border Street Nt
Bought by
Leary Kevin J and Leary Jenna G
Seller's Agent
William Good
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Frank Neer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset
List Price
$3,950,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$950,000
-24.05%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,724,756
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.28%
Original Mortgage
$2,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,101,470
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,623,286
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 1996
Sold by
Obrien Thomas W and Obrien Diane
Bought by
Borden James P and Borden Marguerite M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
7.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 1988
Sold by
Knowle V
Bought by
Obrien Thomas W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$952,000
Interest Rate
10.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leary Kevin J | $3,000,000 | -- | |
| Borden James P | $1,500,000 | -- | |
| Obrien Thomas W | $952,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Leary Kevin J | $2,400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Obrien Thomas W | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Obrien Thomas W | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Obrien Thomas W | $952,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2019 05/08/19 | Sold | $3,000,000 | -13.0% | $581 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2019 01/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | Price Changed | $3,450,000 | -12.7% | $668 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2017 08/03/17 | For Sale | $3,950,000 | -- | $765 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,809 | $3,984,920 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $39,492 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $31,933 | $3,266,910 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $31,933 | $2,530,330 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $35,111 | $2,634,000 | $1,345,400 | $1,288,600 |
| 2020 | $33,498 | $2,481,300 | $1,293,700 | $1,187,600 |
| 2019 | $25,643 | $1,866,300 | $1,268,300 | $598,000 |
| 2018 | $25,586 | $1,834,100 | $1,265,900 | $568,200 |
| 2017 | $25,842 | $1,834,100 | $1,265,900 | $568,200 |
| 2016 | $25,357 | $1,793,300 | $1,247,000 | $546,300 |
| 2015 | $22,997 | $1,755,500 | $1,209,200 | $546,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
William Good
-
Frank Neer
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Frank Neer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset
(781) 775-2482
7 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72208159
APN: SCIT-000003-000002-000001
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