$1,650,000
SOLD MAY 1, 2026

96 Forest Ave Cohasset, MA 02025

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,100 Sq Ft
0.74 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 1, 2026

$532 Per Sq Ft

39 on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Golf Course Community
  • Custom Closet System
  • Deer Hill School Rated A-
  • Medical Services
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2026

Privately set on one of Cohasset’s most desirable streets, this beautifully maintained Colonial offers a rare blend of setting, condition, and everyday livability—just one mile from the beach. Cherished by the same family for 22 yrs, the home has been thoughtfully improved over time, with major maintenance and capital upgrades already completed to provide true move-in ease. Approx. 3100 sf of living space includes a finished LL with office and gym, offering flexibility for today’s lifestyle. At the heart of the home, the inviting, oversized great room features soaring beamed cathedral ceilings, wide pine floors, custom built-ins, and a wood-burning fireplace insert, ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining. A cozy, sun-filled sunroom with skylights and Andersen sliders opens to the kitchen and deck, overlooking a private, wooded backyard surrounded by mature trees. A rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and comfort in a coastal community—nothing to do but move in and enjoy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The South Shore Group

Stuart St James, Inc. Listed on: 01/15/2026

Co-Listed By

Heidi Dietrich

Stuart St James, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Stevenson

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,169

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 32,234 Sq Ft Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RB

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • 8 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Insulated Windows
  • Picture Window
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Pine Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Whole House Vacuum System

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 4 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Generator Hookup
  • Power Generator
  • Water Treatment System
  • Private Water Source
  • Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number C406011,61564

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,169

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.74 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Slider, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Exercise Room, Office, Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Vacuum System, Water Softener, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Chair Rail, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Beadboard
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Crown Molding
  • Room Office Level: Basement
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Vinyl
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2700
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 400
  • Living Area: 3100
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: AC1022
  • MAIN SO: AN2383
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Composite
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 8
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Propane, Wood Stove
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Connection
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Private
  • HEAT ZONES: 4
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: C406011,61564
  • Zoning: RB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.74
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 32234
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13168.63

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2004
Sold by
Mchugh Paul D and Mchugh Sue A
Bought by
Dietrich Francis J and Dietrich Heidi B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Outstanding Balance
$292,283
Interest Rate
5.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,358,838

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 1996
Sold by
Ward Thomas G and Ward Kristen F
Bought by
Mchugh Paul D and Mchugh Sue A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 1994
Sold by
Harrison Timothy C and Harrison Susan B
Bought by
Ward Thomas G and Ward Kirsten F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1991
Sold by
Schroeder Margaret D
Bought by
Harrison Timothy C and Harrison Susan B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1987
Sold by
Main Carl R
Bought by
Schroeder Walter M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $810,000 --
Deed $810,000 --
Deed $385,000 --
Deed $385,000 --
Deed $352,500 --
Deed $352,500 --
Deed $332,000 --
Deed $332,000 --
Deed $310,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $648,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $81,000 No Value Available
Closed $648,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $43,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Sold $1,650,000 0.0% $532 / Sq Ft
02/23/2026 02/23/26 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2026 01/15/26 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $532 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $12,319 $1,063,800 $510,700 $553,100
2024 $11,553 $949,300 $408,600 $540,700
2023 $11,189 $948,200 $408,400 $539,800
2022 $9,852 $784,400 $302,700 $481,700
2021 $9,763 $748,700 $302,700 $446,000
2020 $9,711 $748,700 $302,700 $446,000
2019 $9,658 $748,700 $302,700 $446,000
2018 $9,576 $748,700 $302,700 $446,000
2017 $9,903 $758,300 $288,200 $470,100
2016 $9,767 $758,300 $288,200 $470,100
2015 $9,638 $758,300 $288,200 $470,100
2014 $9,509 $758,300 $288,200 $470,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73469090

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: COHA-000004C-000006-000011

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