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Spectacular young farmhouse colonial privately set on 2.4 professionally landscaped acres in desirable Dover. The stunning open kitchen/living area is the heart of this exceptional home, featuring a chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, oversized island, custom tile, and butler’s pantry. The adjacent coffered-ceiling family room boasts a beautiful fieldstone fireplace and slider to a spacious deck overlooking breathtaking sunset views. Formal living room with dual-sided gas fireplace shared with a cozy office, plus elegant tray-ceiling dining room. A generous mudroom offers built-in cubbies, second pantry, and access to the 3-car garage. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features a travertine marble bath and his-and-her walk-in closets, along with two additional en-suite bedrooms and two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath. The beautifully finished lower level includes a wet bar and flexible space for media, recreation, and fitness, with direct access to a bluestone patio and private backyard. An exceptional home offering privacy, sophisticated finishes, and effortless indoor/outdoor living.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Chickering Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Dover-Sherborn Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Offer insights
159 Walpole St · $2,945,000
$3.01M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.01M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Three fireplaces
Screens
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Primary bathroom
Kitchen
Oven, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, range, refrigerator, freezer, range hood
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Water treatment system
Water softener
Heating & cooling
Forced-air and hydro-air heating fueled by propane
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Porch, composite deck, and patio
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping
Sprinkler system
Fruit trees
Garden
Wooded, cleared, gently sloping terrain
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached garage with 3 spaces
5 open parking spaces
Paved driveway
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
Circuit-breaker electrical system
HOA & community
Community amenities include shopping, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, stables, a bike path, a conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, and private schools
Electricity and solar
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5/14 OH CANCELLED! Spectacular young farmhouse colonial nestled in a picturesque setting on 2.4 professionally landscaped acres set back from the road. The heart of this pristine home is the stunning open eat-in kitchen/living area. The chef’s kitchen offers Viking appliances, oversized island, custom tile and butler’s pantry. Coffered ceiling family room features fieldstone fireplace and slider to large deck w/ amazing sunset views. Formal living room with dual-sided gas fireplace (other side warms cozy corner office) and tray-ceilinged dining room. Large mudroom with built-in cubbies, 2nd pantry and access to 3-car garage. Upstairs features a spacious primary suite with travertine marble bathroom and his and her walk-in closets, two additional en suite bedrooms and two more bedrooms sharing Jack and Jill bath. Lower level offers high level of finish including wet bar and flexible space for recreation, fitness and media and opens to bluestone patio and private backyard.
MLS PIN #71829583
Nov 10, 2015
Sold
$1,627,000
$212/sq ft
Aug 5, 2015
Pending
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May 4, 2015
Listed
$1,689,000
$220/sq ft
SPECTACULAR NEW CONSTRUCTION! Distinctive and spacious 5 bedroom 4/2 bath Colonial beautifully sited back from the road on 2.4 acres. Reminiscent of days gone by is the attractive wrap-around front porch. A terrific floorplan featuring open, sun-filled living areas with wide hallways and staircases combined with lovely finishes lend to the beauty of the home. State-of-the-art kitchen with awesome island, sunny breakfast area open to generous family room with attractive coffered ceiling, floor-to-ceiling fireplace, handy back staircase and exterior access to large deck overlooking private backyard. Living room and study with back-to-back gas fireplace, dining room with tray ceiling and handsome wall treatment. 2nd floor offers a deluxe master suite with two walk-in closets and sumptuous master bath plus four additional bedrooms, laundry room and three other full baths (one is Jack and Jill-style) Convenient location near shopping and major routes. #1 Rated School System 4 yrs in a row!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,105 (+9.9%)
$592,800 + $1,384,600
$1,977,400
2022
$21,941 (+3.1%)
$549,300 + $1,217,300
$1,766,600
2020
$21,271 (−0.7%)
$483,900 + $1,172,700
$1,656,600
2019
$21,420 (+7.0%)
$483,900 + $1,172,700
$1,656,600
2018
$20,015 (+4.4%)
$483,900 + $1,074,900
$1,558,800
2017
$19,165 (+57.5%)
$429,500 + $1,039,100
$1,468,600
2016
$12,170 (+42.1%)
$418,600 + $526,300
$944,900
2015
$8,565 (+5.1%)
$514,300 + $160,100
$674,400
2014
$8,149 (+5.1%)
$476,600 + $146,400
$623,000
2013
$7,752 (+0.7%)
$459,200 + $146,400
$605,600
2012
$7,698 (+8.9%)
$480,900 + $164,900
$645,800
2011
$7,069 (+1.4%)
$482,200 + $122,000
$604,200
2010
$6,969 (+2.4%)
$521,400 + $116,800
$638,200
2009
$6,808
$521,400 + $169,100
$690,500
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
7,678
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
7,678
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
80221
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dover, MA • 02030
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Feb
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Dover. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 159 Walpole St
$2,944,156
$844 under list price of $2.95M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.9M to $2.8M.