169 Border St, Scituate, MA 02066
OFF MARKET

169 Border St
Scituate, MA 02066

  • 4 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,165 sqft (on 7.06 acres)

$3,966,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $23,132/mo*
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$3,966,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $23,132/mo*
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4 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,165 sqft
(on 7.06 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Overlooking 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!
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Home Highlights

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HOA
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 169 Border St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, OilAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stucco, Brick

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923Year Updated: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7.06 acres

Price History for 169 Border St

DatePriceEventSource
05/08/2019$3,000,000Sold
N/A
02/01/2019$3,450,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/18/2019$3,450,000PendingAgent Provided
05/04/2018$3,450,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/03/2017$3,950,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/15/1996$1,500,000Sold
N/A
11/09/1988$952,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$39,809
Assessment$3,984,920
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 169 Border St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
24 Wood Island Rd, Scituate, MA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$5,000,000
12/30/25
5
3.5
6,700
30 Black Horse Ln, Cohasset, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$5,600,000
11/14/25
7
7.5
6,659
75 Border St, Cohasset, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$4,650,000
06/09/25
4
4.5
4,462
259 S Main St, Cohasset, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
08/20/25
5
3.5
3,910
53 Border St, Scituate, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
11/13/25
3
4.5
4,583
6 Parker Ave, Cohasset, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,380,000
09/10/25
4
3.5
2,400
321 S Main St, Cohasset, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$2,295,000
07/18/25
6
3
4,624
222 Gannett Rd, Scituate, MA
0.77
Single-Family Home
$1,910,000
09/03/25
4
5
5,745
270 S Main St, Cohasset, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$2,180,000
10/02/25
4
2.5
3,553
84 Elm St, Cohasset, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$3,299,000
05/13/26
4
4.5
4,258

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What Locals Say about Scituate

At least 62 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 87 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 71 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Sarah J.
    "They would like it. Many other dog owners and people from surrounding streets walking their dogs through this neighborhood "
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  • Jack B.
    "Scituate is a beautiful place to live. Anyone would love to live here. Why do I have to keep typing?? "
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  • Kmccarthyvt
    "Commuter rail is in town and drive depends on when you hit the road. Downtown is 45 to 1:15 depending"
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  • Kmccarthyvt
    "Commuter rail to downtown. If elect to drive it’s usually about 70 minutes during peak times, worse in bad weather of course "
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  • Brown246
    "Lived here for many years. Love it. Beaches are beautiful! Great schools, great kids, great middle-aged people. "
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  • Andy W.
    "Dogs very welcome, you see them everywhere and most beaches are open to them including before 10am in the summer months "
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  • Andrew D.
    "Humarock is a fantastic place to have a dog! Everyone is always out and walking around with their animals or playing and going for a swim in the ocean. "
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  • Andrew D.
    "My wife and I have lived here for 5 years. It’s been a magical and beautiful place to live year round. Even if the winters can be very rough close to the coast. "
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  • Marcy W.
    "No better place to live but Scituate. Only qualm is that it could be smidge more affordable for a sole supporter of a household."
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  • Amy Rhodes
    "I have lived in this area for thirty-three years. I have raised two daughters here and they went to the Scituate Public Schools which I believe are good schools."
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  • Dan H.
    "There are 2 commuter rail stations in Scituate, which is key as driving into the city can be very slow. "
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  • Olivia C.
    "Dog owners would love bringing their dogs to the beach. Something dog owners may not like is that there are no dog parks."
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  • Joan
    "We rent in this neighborhood but live in Florida. It’s a beautiful town- very Irish! Reminds me of old time America- bike parades on the 4th of July, sand castle contests, beautiful Beaches ... a lovely place to call part time home!"
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  • Lauraslmcdonald
    "quiet, walk to harbor and to the lighthouse, out of flood zone. friendly people, surrounding neighborhoods good for walks "
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  • Lauraslmcdonald
    "I grew up in Scituate and there's an indescribable feeling of calm and comfort in living here. The atmosphere is laid back and consistent"
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  • Gregory B.
    "Harbor location is fabulous! Being able to walk to the wonderful restaurants, shops, movie theater and bowling alley is so convenient. It's nice not to need a car to get around. "
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  • Kathy M.
    "Wonderful central Scituate location. Near Schools, playing fields, beaches, Harbor village. Friendly neighborhood. No traffic."
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169 Border St, Scituate, MA 02066 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,165 sqft single-family home built in 1923. This property is not currently available for sale. 169 Border St was last sold on May 8, 2019 for $3,000,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 169 Border St is $3,966,100.