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  • $949,000

    857 Gay St, Westwood, MA 02090

    4beds
    1,840sqft
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    $6,507/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1956
    0.32 Acres Lot
    $937,700 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Central acSun-drenched capeUpdated kitchenFormal dining roomTwo versatile first-floor bedroomsInviting main levelBright breakfast area
    Welcome to this beautifully updated, sun-drenched Cape in a highly sought-after Westwood neighborhood! The inviting main level features a seamless flow, anchored by an updated kitchen with a bright breakfast area. Entertain with ease in the formal dining room, or relax in the living room highlighted by a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Two versatile first-floor bedrooms and a full bath offer incredible flexibility for guests or a home office. Upstairs, discover two generously sized bedrooms—including a spacious primary retreat with dual closets—alongside a second full bath and a convenient walk-in storage area. The finished lower level with addition 304 sqft expands your living space, perfect for a family room, home gym, or office. Step outside to an entertainer's dream: an oversized deck wrapping around three sides of the home, overlooking a charming vegetable garden. Complete with Central AC and an extra-deep 1-car garage. Unbeatably located just a short stroll to the brand-new, state-of-the-art Pine Hill Elementary School, with effortless access to public transit, major highways, and shopping. Move-in ready!
    21 days
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alina Wang Team 617-678-2405,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington 781-862-2600

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73581878

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Main,First
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Basement
      Kitchen
      • Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: Main,First
      Living room
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
      • Level: Main,First
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Dual
      Appliances
      • Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
      • Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,840
      • Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,840
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters
      Lot
      • Size: 0.32 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: M:0016 B:0258 L:0000,300443
      • Zoning: RA

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle,Rubber
      Condition
      • Year built: 1956

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Westwood

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $516/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $813,100
      • Annual tax amount: $10,465
      • Date on market: 9/24/2026

        Estimated market value

        $937,700

        $891,000 - $985,000

        $4,649/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/23/2026Listed for sale$949,000+67.7%$516/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73581878 Report a problem
        7/31/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        7/4/2024Price change$4,600-4.2%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        6/27/2024Listed for rent$4,800$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/24/2017Sold$566,000+1.1%$308/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/2/2017Listed for sale$559,900+433.2%$304/sqft
        Source: Shea Realty Group #72125346 Report a problem
        9/28/1989Sold$105,000$57/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,647 $753,100
        2024$9,647 +12%$753,100 +25%
        2023$8,617 +2%$602,600 +5.8%
        2022$8,450 -3.9%$569,800 -4.2%
        2021$8,794 +8%$595,000 +6%
        2020$8,146 +14.1%$561,400 +15.2%
        2019$7,137 +6.3%$487,150 +9.4%
        2018$6,717 +13.4%$445,100 +9.5%
        2017$5,922 +1.5%$406,450 +2.1%
        2016$5,836 +3.3%$398,100 +7.4%
        2015$5,648 +2.3%$370,600 +3.3%
        2014$5,523 +3.4%$358,650
        2013$5,340 +2.8%$358,650
        2012$5,193 +6.1%$358,650 +1.3%
        2011$4,896 +5.2%$354,000 -0.5%
        2010$4,652 +0.9%$355,950 -7.3%
        2009$4,611 -8%$383,950 -10%
        2008$5,011 +9.4%$426,800
        2007$4,580 +3.5%$426,800
        2006$4,426 +1.7%$426,800 +17.4%
        2005$4,352 -7.6%$363,600
        2004$4,712 +31.9%$363,600 +16.5%
        2003$3,572 +14.7%$312,000 +33.9%
        2001$3,115 +52.7%$232,950 +61.1%
        1995$2,040 $144,600
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 02090

        Getting around

        48 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        34 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Pine Hill Elementary School
        • Middle: E W Thurston Middle School
        • High: Westwood High School

        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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