For Sale
278 Main St, Kingston, MA
Kingston · MA 02364
- $1,049,999
- Price
- 4
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3112
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1806
Lot size:
2.6 Acres Lot
Price per square foot:
$337 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
2 Garage Spaces · 8 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, Heat Pump, Window AC
About this home
Welcome home to the historic Captain Adams House, as shared in the recent book, Tales of Jones River Village: Kingston's 300 Years. This elegant 3,112 sq. ft. antique residence sits on 2.6 picturesque acres extending all the way to the Jones River. Rich in character and history, this distinctive property offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a living room, parlor/den, kitchen, private office, 5 fireplaces, custom built-ins, and period details throughout. A pottery studio in the basement provides additional space for creative pursuits. Outside, the expansive grounds are designed for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a 40' x 20' in-ground pool, detached 2-story 2-car garage/barn, screened-in gazebo, pool house, wood shed, and an outdoor patio surrounded by established gardens filled with perennials, dogwoods, and Rose of Sharon. A private wooded path winds through the rear of the property to approximately 200 feet of frontage along the Jones River, creating a peaceful waterfront retreat. The detached garage/barn and home office at the rear of the house offer exciting possibilities for future customization, including potential ADU or investment opportunities, subject to applicable approvals. Another special feature is the property's memorial flagpole, dedicated by members of the community to the previous owners, after the loss of their son in 911. The home's history is equally remarkable. Jazz trombonist, vocalist, and bandleader Pee Wee Hunt purchased the property in 1956 following a career that spanned from the late 1920s through the 1950s. Earlier, Rev. Courtland Y. DeNormandie of First Parish Church purchased the home in 1872 with his wife from Nathaniel Adams, son of original owner Captain Charles Adams, who arranged for the home's construction. Offering historic character, substantial acreage, waterfront, recreational amenities, and tremendous potential, the Captain Adams House presents a rare opportunity to reimagine an exceptional property in one of Massachusetts' great historic communities.
Neighborhood & Transit
278 Main St, Kingston · MA 02364
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 34 days
- Listing Price:
- $1,049,999
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $337
- Tax Assessment:
- $754,800 in 2026
- Taxes:
- $806 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Bathrooms
- 2
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
- Living Area
- 3,112 Sq.Ft
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Custom Built Cabinets, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Crown Molding, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- Floor 2, Full Bathroom, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 10
- Above grade area
- 3112
- Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Heat Pump, Unit Control
- Heating Zone
- Unknown
- Cooling
- Window AC
- Cooling Zones
- Unknown
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- Private Sewerage
- Electric Features
- Unknown
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 113,256 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Wooded, Stream, Scenic View(s)
- Exterior Features
- Garden Area, Gazebo, Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Storage Shed
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces, Detached
- Off Street Parking
- 8 Parking Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Frame
- Siding
- Clapboard, Wood, Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Room details
- Living room level
- First Floor
- Living room dimensions
- 23X14
- Living room features
- Fireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Dining room level
- First Floor
- Dining room dimensions
- 16X16
- Dining room features
- Fireplace, Ceiling - Coffered, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Family room level
- First Floor
- Family room dimensions
- 13X14
- Family room features
- Fireplace, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Kitchen dimensions
- 16X15
- Primary bedroom dimensions
- 23X14
- Bedroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 2 dimensions
- 14X13
- Bedroom 2 features
- Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Bedroom 3 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 3 dimensions
- 12X11
- Bedroom 3 features
- Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Bedroom 4 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 4 dimensions
- 9X8
- Bedroom 4 features
- Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Decorative Molding
- Bathroom 1 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 1 dimensions
- 9X8
- Bathroom 1 features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level
- Bathroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bathroom 2 dimensions
- 12X7
- Bathroom 2 features
- Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Window(s) - Picture
Listing information
- Listing agent
- John Westlund
- Listing office
- Coldwell Banker Realty - Plymouth
- MLS PIN #
- 73584417
- Disclosure
- Buyer and buyer’s agent are responsible for conducting all due diligence and verifying any potential uses of the land and property with the Town of Kingston. Solar panels are owned and will be paid in full by the seller at closing. Seller shall retain all SREC credits following closing.
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