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$1,998,000
New Listing

8 Washington Street
Sherborn, MA 01770

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
5
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
5,656
SqFt
$353
/SqFt
1818
Built
County:
Middlesex

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Exceptional historic estate in the heart of Sherborn Center, the iconic Calvin Sanger House (c.1819) is a gracious Federal-style Colonial, thoughtfully renovated for modern living while preserving the character and craftsmanship that make this home so distinctive. Set on just over two beautifully landscaped acres, this landmark residence offers a rare combination of history, elegance and modern luxury. Period details include soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, refined millwork and multiple fireplaces.Gracious formal living room with window seat with original pocket doors to dining room with French doors to bluestone patio. This all complemented by a stunning renovated chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and generous workspace. A flexible first-floor office or bedroom with bay windows and adjacent full bath is ideal for guests or working from home and could be utilized as a two room in-law suite. The spacious family room features a fireplace, wet bar and French doors to an upper deck. A walk-out lower level with recreation space and full bath offers additional flexibility for guests, fitness or entertaining.Upstairs are four generous bedrooms and beautifully updated baths throughout. The renovated primary suite is a serene retreat with a luxurious bath and dressing area. Two additional bedrooms share an updated connecting bath, while the fourth bedroom has a dedicated full bath just across the hall. Upstairs laundry adds another modern convenience. Outside, mature landscaping, classic New England stonewalls to an in-ground pool create a private retreat in the heart of the village. An exceptional location, just steps from Sherborn’s newly expanded Library and soon-to-open History Center, with brand-new tennis and pickleball courts just down the street. Enjoy easy access to Sherborn’s renowned trail system, Farm Pond, consistently top-ranked Dover-Sherborn school system, restaurants, Town Hall, houses of worship and village amenities. A rare opportunity to own one of Sherborn’s most distinguished historic residences, where more than two centuries of New England character and beautifully renovated modern living come together.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,998,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,656 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
2.18 Acres
Year Built 
1818
MLS® Number 
73566576
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$33,022
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
7 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
7 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.18
Attached Garage 
Yes
Disclosures 
Current owners did extensive renovations and updatesincluding upgrade to natural gas with new systems and new well. Wine cellar in basement. Dual staircases. 2nd floor laundry.
Foundation 
Concrete PerimeterStoneSlab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
PavedAttachedDetachedGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces SideOff StreetGarage
Parking Spaces 
10
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private Sewer
SqFt Above 
5162
SqFt Below 
494
SqFt Total 
5656
Style 
ColonialAntiqueFederal
Water Source 
Private
Zoning 
RA
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherRefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryerRange Hood
Basement 
FullPartially FinishedWalk-Out AccessInterior EntryConcrete
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomKitchenMaster Bedroom
Fireplaces 
6
Flooring 
WoodTileHardwoodParquetLaminate
Heating 
Natural GasFireplace(s)
Interior 
Recessed LightingWet BarHigh Speed InternetPantryCathedral Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
Electric Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
Spa 
Yes
Window Features 
Screens
Bathroom 1 
Level - Main
Bathroom 2 
Level - Second
Bathroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14x15Level - SecondArea - 210
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 13x15Level - SecondArea - 195
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 15x16Level - SecondArea - 240
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 14x17Level - FirstArea - 238
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 19x15Level - MainArea - 285
Family Room 
Dimensions - 25x18Level - MainArea - 450
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 22x24Level - MainArea - 528
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19x15Level - MainArea - 285
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 17x17Level - SecondArea - 289
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
Rain GuttersGarden
Fencing 
FencedStone
Lot Features 
Gentle SlopingLandscaped
Patio And Porch 
PorchDeckPatio
Pool Features 
In GroundPrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Shingle
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
Private
View 
Scenic
Waterview 
Scenic
Windows/Doors 
Screens
Community Features
Community Features 
Tennis Court(s)ParkSidewalks
Horse Allowed 
Yes
Roads 
Paved
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Pine Hill
Middle School
Dover-Sherborn
High School
Dover-Sherborn
Listing courtesy of Nora Lynch of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty



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