Dimensions9.5 x 12.5
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
286 Essex St, Weymouth MA 02188
Weymouth, MA 02188 • Central Weymouth
$799,000
Est. $4,774/month
About this home
Built in 1768, 286 Essex Street is a piece of Weymouth history. Sitting prominently up on a hill, this Antique-style home, a white post-and-beam structure, predates the American Revolution, standing watch over Central Weymouth for over 250 years. Anchored by a granite foundation, the 4-bed, 2-bath house offers 2,800 square feet of flexible living. The second floor even features a kitchenette, perfect for multi-generational living or an au pair suite. While two fireplaces offer Colonial charm on the main level, the third floor reveals a huge, versatile bonus room—a blank canvas perfect for a massive media room, playroom, or guest suite. Adding to its appeal is the detached garage, which is heated and wired for electricity, making it the perfect "he-shed," "she-shed," or dedicated workspace. Sitting on a 0.58-acre lot with modern city utilities, this historical landmark seamlessly blends old-world character with the space needed for contemporary life.
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Listed for Sale
Nov 19, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Mahoney
Office: Real Broker MA, LLC
Listed for Sale
Nov 19, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Mahoney
Office: Real Broker MA, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/19/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,411 | $634,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,411
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$634,800
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1768
Living Area
2,800 sq ft
Lot Size
0.58 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Window Unit(s), None
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Fireplace
Dining Room, Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry
Closet - Linen, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Dining Area, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Walk-in Closet(s), Attic Access, Storage, Kitchen, Bonus Room
Exterior
Construction
Post & Beam
Architecture
Antique
Roof
Shingle
Features
Rain Gutters, Screens
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Heated Garage, Workshop In Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces
9
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,411
Assessed Value
$634,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
No Heat On 3rd Floor
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Norfolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
22 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1768
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,800 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,800 sq ft above grade
Dimensions10.583333333 x 13.916666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions8.25 x 9.25
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
LevelSecond
Dimensions12.75 x 12.916666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12.583333333 x 16.166666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions8.75 x 7.333333333
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelMain,First
Dimensions14.333333333 x 14.666666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelMain,First
LevelFirst
Dimensions16.083333333 x 14.083333333
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.416666666 x 21.416666666
FeaturesExterior Access
LevelMain,First
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater
Interior Features:
Dining Area, Wet bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic Access, Storage, Kitchen, Bonus Room
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry:
Closet - Linen, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Antique
Year Built:
1768
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Post & Beam
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Granite
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling:
Window Unit(s), None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Rain Gutters, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
9
Parking Features:
Detached, Heated Garage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Dining Room, Living Room
Community Amenities:
Nearby Schools
School District
Weymouth School District local
B-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
61%
attend college
50%
4-Year
11%
2-Year
17%
Out of State
4%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.8%
Average
1.8%
Suspensions
2.0%
In-School
3.7% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
B-
Academy Avenue School
0.4 mi
|
#445 of 824
|
Score: 46.2
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-12 below state avg
357 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Weymouth Early Childhood Center
0.5 mi
222 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
South Shore Christian School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
3 schools
B
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#177 of 352
|
Score: 42.3
Improved 6 spots from last year
-15.9 below state avg
1,187 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
B+
East Middle School
2.1 mi
|
#139 of 352
|
Score: 45.2
Dropped 15 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
999 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
South Shore SDA School
2.9 mi
Grades 01-08
High Schools
3 schools
B
Weymouth High School
2.4 mi
|
#172 of 346
|
Score: 53.5
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-4.7 below state avg
1,679 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,876 athletes
Strong AP Program
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Archbishop Williams High School
2.9 mi
17 sports
• 1,360 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Thayer Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-12
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Central Weymouth
286 Essex St, Weymouth MA 02188
Weymouth, MA 02188
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Mahoney
Listing Office
Real Broker MA, LLC
Office Phone
855-450-0442
Agent MLS ID
BB802415
Office MLS ID
AN4866
Listing Data Updated
Jan 22, 2026 9:55 PM EST
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