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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 288 Union Street, a charming Victorian Colonial offering the character, outdoor space, and lot size that can be so hard to find! Filled with natural light and period details, the home features beautiful built-ins, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, spacious living and dining rooms, and a sunny eat-in kitchen with a gas range, breakfast nook, and French doors opening to a large deck. Outside, enjoy an expansive, level, fully fenced backyard—ideal for entertaining, dining al fresco, play, pets, or gardening. Upstairs are two generous bedrooms, including a light-filled primary with a vaulted ceiling and skylight, along with a spa-inspired bath featuring heated floors. A flexible sunroom, perfect for a den or home office, first-floor laundry, mature landscaping, and ample parking add to the home’s appeal. The detached oversized garage provides excellent storage, workshop potential, or additional space for hobbies and projects. Freshly painted in 2026 and conveniently located near revitalized Columbian Square, commuter rail, Route 3, schools, parks, restaurants, shops, and South Shore Hospital. A special home with space, charm, and exciting potential for future expansion or an ADU.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • sold
  • 1,468 sq ft
  • 21,600 lot sq ft
  • 2 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1878 built
  • $442 / sq ft
  • $6,728 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠2⁠2⁠0⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
288 Union St
Town
Weymouth, MA
ZIP
02190
Sold for
$665,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
979 / 45

Map

Neighborhood: Weymouth

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.