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Listing broker remarks

Distinctive North Marshfield Colonial set on 1.23 beautifully landscaped acres, offering a rare combination of privacy, character, space, and lifestyle flexibility. As you approach the property, a charming two-story barn with brick patio and pergola welcomes you, offering a unique setting for entertaining, storage, and creative pursuits. Rich in history and thoughtfully integrated into the property, the barn is an exceptional feature rarely found in today’s market. Set back from the road, the 3,416-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers generous living space and numerous updates. The bright and airy kitchen with center island opens to a fireplaced family room, complemented by formal living and dining rooms. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with dressing area and ensuite bath. A thoughtfully renovated third floor adds valuable versatility with luxury vinyl flooring, updated heat and plumbing, and flexible space for a potential bedroom, family room, office, or private retreat. The property also includes an attached two-car garage and a substantial detached two-story barn with a full finished workshop, electricity, heat, and woodstove. Additional unfinished space offers potential for future expansion. The expansive backyard is beautifully maintained and features a large custom patio and firepit area, ideal for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the privacy of the surrounding grounds. Numerous enhancements have been made throughout, including the installation of a generator, fully updated bath, new luxury vinyl flooring, heat and a sink on the 3rd floor, all new, fully conditioned workshop in historic barn. Conveniently located just minutes from schools, shopping, and major highways, and situated across from the Woodland Hills neighborhood, this distinctive property offers the space to live, work, create, and grow. A rare opportunity to enjoy the character and flexibility of a true Marshfield lifestyle property.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • 3,416 sq ft
  • 1.23 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1999 built
  • $409 / sq ft
  • $9,950 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠9⁠2⁠5⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
766 Forest Street
Town
Marshfield, MA
ZIP
02050
Deed (Bk/Pg)
59171 / 150

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Neighborhood: Marshfield

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.