OPEN HOUSES CANCELED The Nightingale Country Estate- Exquisite 5 bedroom residence with additional carriage house that offers a heated 4 car garage and charming one bedroom in-law/guest suite. This "landmark" property is composed of the main house along with the additional buildings on 5.84 acres of lush lawns, 2 spring fed ponds for skating and swimming, along with stunning perennial gardens. To add to the privacy, an additional 9 acre area of open fields, meadows and forest, wrap around the estate and border acres of conservation land and trails. A well known architect was involved with creating a new interior design to enhance and provide many updates to this unique residence. Two ensuite bedrooms on the first level with 3 additional bedrooms on the second floor along with a sitting room. Each room offers a special charm including the solarium with fireplace and radiant heated floors. The gated entrances and stonewalls highlight the beginning of the various hardscape enhancements.
Sold for $4,500,000
$4,500,000
157 Centre St, Dover, MA 02030
6beds
5,309sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
15.3 Acres Lot
$4,220,500 Zestimate®
$848/sqft
$7,968 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,220,500
$4.01M - $4.43M
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Solarium with fireplaceRadiant heated floorsSitting roomAdditional carriage houseVarious hardscape enhancementsGated entrancesStunning perennial gardens
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Listed by:
The Bohlin Group 508-944-4580,
Compass 617-206-3333
Bought with:
Kandi Pitrus
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73425515
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Dressing Room
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 405
- Dimensions: 15 x 27
Heating
- Steam, Radiant, Oil, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Second Dishwasher
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wet bar, Cable Hookup, Pantry, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Library, Sun Room, Sitting Room, Inlaw Apt.
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Skylight
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,309
- Total interior livable area: 5,309 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,309
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 6
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden, Guest House, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Pond, Private Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Private,Water
Lot
- Size: 15.30 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Underground Storage Tank, Cleared, Farm, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 79261
- Zoning: R2
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Antique,Carriage House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood,Rubber
Condition
- Remodeled
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Bike Path, Conservation Area
Location
- Region: Dover
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Contingent | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Contingent | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listing removed | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Contingent | $4,500,000$848/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000+80%$848/sqft |
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| 6/2/2017 | Sold | $2,500,000-5.7%$471/sqft |
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| 11/17/2016 | Listing removed | $2,650,000$499/sqft |
Source: Dover Country Properties Inc. #72077666 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+334.4%$499/sqft |
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| 11/3/1993 | Sold | $610,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,616 +5.6% | $2,095,500 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $22,370 +7.1% | $2,041,100 +19.1% |
| 2023 | $20,895 +2.2% | $1,714,100 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $20,436 +0.9% | $1,645,400 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $20,259 +2% | $1,571,700 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $19,858 -0.7% | $1,546,600 |
| 2019 | $19,998 +5.1% | $1,546,600 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $19,021 +1.7% | $1,481,400 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $18,712 +21.5% | $1,433,900 +20% |
| 2016 | $15,397 -1.9% | $1,195,400 -3.3% |
| 2015 | $15,700 +5.3% | $1,236,200 +8.4% |
| 2014 | $14,913 +6.3% | $1,140,100 +4% |
| 2013 | $14,026 +1.9% | $1,095,800 -5.1% |
| 2012 | $13,763 +2.6% | $1,154,600 +0.7% |
| 2011 | $13,414 +2.3% | $1,146,500 -4.6% |
| 2010 | $13,117 +7.6% | $1,201,200 -2.8% |
| 2009 | $12,191 +1.1% | $1,236,400 |
| 2008 | $12,055 -0.6% | $1,236,400 -6.2% |
| 2007 | $12,123 | $1,317,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02030
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Chickering Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Dover-Sherborn Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chickering
- Middle: Dover/Sherborn
- High: Dover/Sherborn
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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