$2,275,000
SOLD NOV 4, 2024

70 Main St Medfield, MA 02052

7 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,048 Sq Ft
8.79 Acres

Recently Sold

$451 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

167 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Stables
  • Private Water Access
  • Scenic Views
  • Memorial School Rated A-
  • Greenhouse
  • Waterfront

About This Home

As of November 2024

The original home of Nathaniel Saltonstall, a renowned New England pioneer of modern architecture & founder of the Boston ICA. The estate features 2 meticulously restored homes situated on 8.79 acres of mature gardens, natural forest & waterfront on the Mill Brook. The main Bauhaus style residence offers 3,553 sqft w/ 4 beds, 3.5 baths & grand entertaining spaces. A testament to exquisite craftsmanship w/ features including a 3-story curved glass-block & mahogany staircase, walnut woodwork, built-in bookcases, 10 ft 1st floor ceilings, curved glass walls, terrazzo & walnut floors, 5 working fireplaces, a greenhouse, floor to ceiling glass, balconies off the bedroom suites & more. Interior & exterior elements were meticulously restored to preserve their historic integrity while systems were modernized w/ new wiring, heating, central AC, lighting, plumbing & more. The property includes a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,495 sqft guest house currently generating rental income perfect for extended family.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Justin Green

In Realty Listed on: 03/24/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Green

In Realty Listed on: 03/24/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,338

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 8.79 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RT

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Carport
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Scenic Vista
  • Creek or Stream

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 5,048 Sq Ft Home
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Private Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Greenhouse

Schools

  • Mem/Wheelk/Dale Elementary School
  • Thomas Blake Middle School
  • Medfield Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 6 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Private Water Source
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Property is near schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0060 B:0000 L:0013,115141

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,338

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Marble, Hardwood, Other
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.5
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Living Area: 5048
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AC0499
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 494.26
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 450.67
  • MAIN SO: AC0499

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage Length: 427
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle, Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Stream, Private
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 20

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Private
  • HEAT ZONES: 6
  • COOLING ZONES: 5

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Conservation Area, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0060 B:0000 L:0013,115141
  • Zoning: RT
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.79
  • Lot Size Area: 8.79
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 382936
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 17338
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Creek

MLS Schools

  • High School: Medfield Senior
  • Elementary School: Mem/Wheelk/Dale
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thomas Blake

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2010
Sold by
Gifford George H and Gifford Anisia A
Bought by
Rodriguez-Herrera G
Current Estimated Value
$2,231,324

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$694,400
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Land Court Massachusetts $868,000 --
Land Court Massachusetts $868,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $229,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $50,000 No Value Available
Closed $694,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/04/2024 11/04/24 Sold $2,275,000 0.0% $451 / Sq Ft
11/04/2024 11/04/24 Sold $2,275,000 -8.8% $451 / Sq Ft
09/08/2024 09/08/24 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2024 09/08/24 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2024 06/15/24 Price Changed $2,495,000 0.0% $494 / Sq Ft
06/15/2024 06/15/24 Price Changed $2,495,000 -3.1% $494 / Sq Ft
05/22/2024 05/22/24 For Sale $2,575,000 0.0% $510 / Sq Ft
03/24/2024 03/24/24 For Sale $2,575,000 -- $510 / 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 $20,790 $1,506,500 $513,600 $992,900
2024 $20,912 $1,428,400 $483,600 $944,800
2023 $20,142 $1,305,400 $463,600 $841,800
2022 $17,338 $995,300 $443,600 $551,700
2021 $16,742 $942,700 $433,600 $509,100
2020 $16,159 $906,300 $425,600 $480,700
2019 $15,886 $889,000 $413,600 $475,400
2018 $14,557 $854,800 $393,600 $461,200
2017 $14,269 $844,800 $383,600 $461,200
2016 $13,887 $829,100 $381,600 $447,500
2015 $13,055 $813,900 $365,300 $448,600
2014 $12,862 $797,900 $349,300 $448,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73215934

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MEDF-000060-000000-000013