17 Common St, Scituate, MA 02066
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OFF MARKET

17 Common St
Scituate, MA 02066

  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,057 sqft (on 1.05 acres)

$2,187,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,953/mo*
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$2,187,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,953/mo*
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5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,057 sqft
(on 1.05 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Discover the perfect blend of history and modern luxury at The Captain William Vinal House, a colonial-style gem built in 1783. Set on over an acre near Scituate's beaches and harbor, this meticulously maintained home offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 4,057 sq ft of living space. This stunning residence features original hardwood floors, detailed fireplaces, and a curved staircase that exudes old-world charm. Modern conveniences include a high-end kitchen, central heating, air conditioning, whole house generator and an attached garage with ample off-street parking. The beautifully landscaped grounds boast a heated inground pool, a pool house with a sunroom, kitchenette, and full bathroom, plus a pergola and patio for outdoor gatherings. The Captain William Vinal House offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of past, present, and future in a stunning coastal setting.
17 Common St, Scituate, MA 02066 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,057 sqft single-family home built in 1783. It last sold for $1,950,000 on Nov 15, 2024 (5% below the $2,050,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,187,900, with a rent estimate of $6,505/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 17 Common St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4057 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric DryerAppliances: Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Flooring - Hardwood,Electric Dryer Hookup,First FloorRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Steam,Oil,Natural Gas,Leased Propane Tank,Fireplace(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Dining Room, Family RoomSpa: PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Generator, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsDoor: French Doors, Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone WallFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, StoneHas a Private PoolSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 8No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 10Parking: Attached,Storage,Off Street,Paved
Pool
Pool: Pool - Inground HeatedPool
Frontage
Waterfront: Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Private Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1783
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Frame Tv, Upstairs Bathroom MirrorParcel Number: M:049 B:001 L:008, 1169122

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,050,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 04 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Scituate
School Information
Elementary School: JenkinsJr High / Middle School: GatesHigh School: Scituate

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4057 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.05 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73290542

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)Walk/Jog TrailsGolfPublic School
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Courtney Durkin, (781) 733-1208
Compass, (781) 285-8028
JoEllen Neagle, (781) 258-0443
Bought with: Corie Nagle, (339) 793-0071, Conway - Scituate, (781) 545-4100
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73290542

Price History for 17 Common St

DatePriceEventSource
11/15/2024$1,950,000Sold
MLS PIN #73290542
09/16/2024$2,050,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73290542
09/16/2024$2,225,000ListingRemovedMLS PIN #73279552
09/04/2024$2,225,000PendingToActiveMLS PIN #73279552
08/29/2024$2,299,500ContingentMLS PIN #73279552
08/20/2024$2,299,500Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73279552
12/03/2021$1,700,000Sold
MLS PIN #72897782
09/23/2021$1,595,000ContingentMLS PIN #72897782
09/21/2021$1,595,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72897782
11/30/2017$1,100,000Sold
N/A
07/28/2017$1,275,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/27/2017$1,275,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/27/2016$1,275,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/28/2016$1,275,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/04/2016$1,349,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/01/2009$1,250,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/31/2008$1,250,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/04/2004$1,115,000Sold
N/A
07/31/1998$660,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Scituate

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$18,839
Assessment$1,885,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 17 Common St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
20 Meeting House Ln, Scituate, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
05/15/26
6
3.5
4,588
24 Ridge Hill Rd, Scituate, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
05/04/26
4
2.5
3,320
24 Lynda Ln, Scituate, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
09/11/25
4
2.5
2,760
46 Tilden Rd, Scituate, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,635,000
04/15/26
5
3.5
2,653
15 Bearce Ln, Scituate, MA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$925,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
3,065
Lot 4 Four Eisenhauer Ln, Foxboro, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$1,960,000
07/18/25
4
3.5
3,553
50 1st Parish Rd, Scituate, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$950,000
04/02/26
3
2
2,000
38 Gilson Rd, Scituate, MA
0.81
Single-Family Home
$2,045,000
08/14/25
4
2.5
4,206
33 Beaver Dam Rd, Scituate, MA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$2,995,000
05/27/26
5
5.5
4,284

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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

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

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

  • 71 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % 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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