$1,627,000
SOLD NOV 10, 2015

159 Walpole St Dover, MA 02030

5 Beds
6 Baths
5,200 Sq Ft
2.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$313 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

135 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2023

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Walsh Team And Partners

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 05/04/2015

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Paige Garson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate License #449585696

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,528

Year Built

2015

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Cleared
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2015

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Amenities: Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Insulation: Full, Fiberglass
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, French Doors
  • Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 5: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: First Floor
  • Bathroom #3: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor
  • Laundry Room: Second Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room: First Floor
  • Family Room: First Floor

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Insulated
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 8

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
  • Hot Water: Propane Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Schools

  • Elementary School: Chickering
  • Middle School: Dover-Sherborn
  • High School: Dover-Sherborn

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: M:0026 B:00005 L:0000

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $1,912,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $700,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $490,000 No Value Available
Closed $688,750 Commercial
Closed $937,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $375,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Rent $15,500 +3.3% --
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Rented $15,000 0.0% --
09/05/2024 09/05/24 For Rent $15,000 0.0% --
06/26/2023 06/26/23 Sold $2,550,000 +5.4% $332 / Sq Ft
05/14/2023 05/14/23 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2023 05/10/23 For Sale $2,420,000 +48.7% $315 / Sq Ft
11/10/2015 11/10/15 Sold $1,627,000 0.0% $313 / Sq Ft
09/16/2015 09/16/15 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2015 08/05/15 Off Market $1,627,000 -- --
05/04/2015 05/04/15 For Sale $1,689,000 -- $325 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $27,528 $2,442,600 $719,600 $1,723,000
2024 $24,925 $2,274,200 $676,100 $1,598,100
2023 $24,105 $1,977,400 $592,800 $1,384,600
2022 $21,941 $1,766,600 $549,300 $1,217,300
2021 $21,354 $1,656,600 $483,900 $1,172,700
2020 $21,271 $1,656,600 $483,900 $1,172,700
2019 $21,420 $1,656,600 $483,900 $1,172,700
2018 $20,015 $1,558,800 $483,900 $1,074,900
2017 $19,165 $1,468,600 $429,500 $1,039,100
2016 $12,170 $944,900 $418,600 $526,300
2015 $8,565 $674,400 $514,300 $160,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71829583

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: DOVE-000026-000005