Estimated payment $12,414/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace
- Morris Elementary School Rated A-
- Mature Landscaping
- Porch
About This Home
Welcome to The Dewey, a rare opportunity to own one of Lenox's most iconic residences. Built in 1767, this remarkable property--known as the Israel Dewey House--stands as a testament to early American architecture and timeless elegance. Set in the heart of the Berkshires, It beautifully bridges centuries of history with the comforts of today.The Main HouseSpanning 6,839 square feet across three levels, the main residence showcases an exquisite blend of period detail and inviting spaces. The grand living room and library feature built in bookcases, intricate crown molding, and a stately fireplace, while the formal dining room is bathed in natural light from oversized bay windows and perfectly suited for gatherings both intimate and grand.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,226
Year Built
- 1767
Lot Details
- 1.2 Acre Lot
- Mature Landscaping
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned Business, Multi
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 7,979 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Fireplace
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 12 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Parking
- No Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Schools
- Morris Elementary School
- Lenox Memorial Middle School
- Lenox Memorial High School
Utilities
- Heat Pump System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Public Transportation
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | -- | $1,762,200 | $541,400 | $1,220,800 |
| 2024 | -- | $1,694,600 | $520,500 | $1,174,100 |
| 2023 | $0 | $1,628,700 | $500,600 | $1,128,100 |
| 2022 | $0 | $1,575,400 | $486,000 | $1,089,400 |
| 2021 | $0 | $1,553,000 | $472,600 | $1,080,400 |
| 2020 | $22,386 | $1,539,100 | $458,800 | $1,080,300 |
| 2019 | $0 | $1,496,900 | $458,800 | $1,038,100 |
| 2018 | $0 | $1,450,700 | $433,100 | $1,017,600 |
| 2017 | -- | $1,409,000 | $424,700 | $984,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $1,355,600 | $424,700 | $930,900 |
| 2015 | -- | $1,319,500 | $424,700 | $894,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | For Sale | $1,998,000 | +20.4% | $250 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/24/2016 06/24/16 | Sold | $1,660,000 | -12.4% | $243 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/16/2016 05/16/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/03/2015 11/03/15 | For Sale | $1,895,000 | -- | $277 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,262,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,560,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $650,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $650,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $608,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $608,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $655,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $5,000,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $830,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $645,000 | Commercial |
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 247664
APN: LENO-000046-000031
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