For sale

$2,450,000

9 Buttercup Ln, Dover, MA 02030

5beds

6,800sqft

$14,915/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1960

1.28 Acres Lot

$2,436,300 Zestimate^®

$360/sqft

$46/mo HOA

What's special

Private road

BUYER HOME IMPROVEMENT CREDIT @ CLOSING $250,000! Only home for sale in Dover that has a separate au-pair suite with kitchen and bath! Only home for sale in Dover that has eight (8) bathrooms! Only home for sale in Dover that has three (3) fully functional kitchens! Located right next to the182 acre Elm Bank Reservation, this residence features five generously sized bedrooms, each with a private bath. The private au pair or in-law suite includes its own living area and bedroom, perfect for extended family, live-in help, or a home office retreat. A three-car garage with dog run provides ample storage, while a dedicated spa room creates a true at-home sanctuary. The walk-out basement adds additional living space with a family room, fireplace, kitchen, bath, two offices and wine cellar. Backing up to Elm Bank's protected green space, the spacious outdoor mahogany deck and patio offers exceptional privacy on a private road, easy Dover commute to Boston and close to the shops in Wellesley

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 8
Full bathrooms: 6
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First
Area: 270
Dimensions: 18 x 15

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 312
Dimensions: 13 x 24

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 154
Dimensions: 14 x 11

Bedroom 4

Level: Second
Area: 182
Dimensions: 14 x 13

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Family room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wet Bar, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
Level: First
Area: 406
Dimensions: 29 x 14

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Kitchen Island, Country Kitchen
Level: First
Area: 330
Dimensions: 15 x 22

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: First
Area: 360
Dimensions: 24 x 15

Office

Level: Basement
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Heating

Oil, Hydro Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Features

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Country Kitchen, Sun Room, Accessory Apt., Home Office, Wine Cellar, Play Room
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Windows: Skylight(s), Skylight
Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 6,800
Total interior livable area: 6,800 sqft
Finished area above ground: 5,168
Finished area below ground: 1,632

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 9
Parking features: Attached, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 3
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Hot Tub/Spa
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Hot Tub / Spa, Private
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic View(s)

Lot

Size: 1.28 Acres
Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping

Details

Parcel number: M:0002 B:00081 L:0000,77912
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1960

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale
Water: Private

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $550 annually

Location

Region: Dover

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $360/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,759,200
Annual tax amount: $19,826
Date on market: 8/1/2026

Estimated market value

$2,436,300

$2.31M - $2.56M

$3,497/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/1/2026	Listed for sale	$2,450,000$360/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73557790 Report a problem
8/1/2026	Listing removed	$2,450,000$360/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73475825 Report a problem
2/10/2026	Listed for sale	$2,450,000+109.9%$360/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73475825 Report a problem
8/3/1999	Sold	$1,167,500+217.3%$172/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/25/1991	Sold	$368,000-7.8%$54/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/22/1991	Sold	$399,000$59/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$19,826 +2.8%	$1,759,200
2024	$19,281 +1.3%	$1,759,200 +12.7%
2023	$19,032 +4.6%	$1,561,300 +6.6%
2022	$18,198 -3.6%	$1,465,200
2021	$18,886 +0.4%	$1,465,200
2020	$18,813 -0.7%	$1,465,200
2019	$18,945 +8.7%	$1,465,200 +7.9%
2018	$17,433 -0.8%	$1,357,700 +0.8%
2017	$17,576 +0.1%	$1,346,800 -1.2%
2016	$17,561 +1.4%	$1,363,400
2015	$17,315 +5.2%	$1,363,400 +8.4%
2014	$16,455 +0.6%	$1,258,000 -1.6%
2013	$16,357 +7.4%	$1,277,900
2012	$15,233 -2.8%	$1,277,900 -4.6%
2011	$15,670 -1.6%	$1,339,300 -8.1%
2010	$15,919 -2.7%	$1,457,800 -12.1%
2009	$16,353 +1.8%	$1,658,500 +0.7%
2008	$16,058 +10.3%	$1,647,000 +4.1%
2007	$14,553 +18.1%	$1,581,800 +16.8%
2006	$12,325 -2.6%	$1,354,400 -9.7%
2005	$12,655 -5.7%	$1,499,400 +0.7%
2004	$13,422 +7.6%	$1,489,700 +9.7%
2003	$12,470 +3.3%	$1,358,400 +27.7%
2001	$12,067 +92.6%	$1,064,100 +92.7%
1996	$6,266	$552,100