4 One of a Kind Homes Available Now in the Suburbs
The endless searching through listings is over. Your dream home is here. Well, make that four dream homes. Good luck choosing from these suburban stunners now on sale that have to be seen to be believed. Mixing modern luxuries and antique amenities, these custom-built properties are ready to welcome anyone looking to settle down in a historic home at some of the most desired locations just outside of the city.
Looking for something newer with all of the latest high-tech furnishings and gadgets? Construction is nearly complete on 10 high-end homes in a prime Westwood subdivision just a short walk from fine dining and shopping at University Station. Check out this video introduction to the neighborhood to see if one of the state of the art properties is perfect for you.
1062 North Street, Walpole
- Price: $969,000
- Size: 3,153 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 2.5
This antique home has been maintained with great care to retain all the beautiful period details and rare features, including a large private lot with a tennis court and a mature garden area abutting conservation and walking trails. The quaint front porch draws you into the sitting room and library. The bright open kitchen is updated with bench seating area, walk in pantry, counter, and storage space. The large family room is perfect to gather with family and friends and expands onto the newer deck which allows complete privacy and the ability to enjoy the three-plus acre lot. Restored wooden floors, fireplaces, unique sitting spaces, and double staircases add to the historic charm. The first floor also has a powder room, laundry, greenhouse, and mudroom. On the second floor there is a master suite with its own bath and large closet while the three other bedrooms share an updated bath. The barn and two car garage are wonderful additions to this unique property in a highly desired location.
214 Fox Hill Street, Westwood
- Price: $1,050,000
- Size: 4,200 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms: 3
- Baths: 5
This antique home built in 1780 mixes unique historical design touches with renovations made in 2006 that add elegance and modern comforts. The charming appointments include spacious rooms, large fireplaces, rich moldings, and gorgeous details like builtins, high ceilings, and wood floors. The traditional floor plan offers a large sweeping staircase in the front foyer, a library with walls of built-ins, a formal front sitting room, and a grand dining room. The front and back staircases lead to the second floor bedrooms and an additional finished space on the third floor. There is radiant heat throughout the entire home with central air for comfortable living year-round. The stunning grounds are also full of garden areas and offer a nice private setting. The home is an estate sale and being sold “as is.”
34 Russett Hill, Franklin
- Price: $1,369,000
- Size: 8,900 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms: 5
- Baths: 5
Experience for yourself this one-of-a-kind, custom, handcrafted estate designed and built by one of the area’s most prominent builders. No details were left untouched when creating this palatial abode. Nearly 9,000 stunning square feet on three finished levels, this home offers unsurpassed craftsmanship and quality at every turn. The traditional style design offers unique amenities like a butler’s pantry, library, gentlemen’s room, and ornate style kitchen. Make sure to bring your clubs! The property borders the 17th fairway of the Franklin Country Club.
9 Schaffner Lane, Dover
- Price: $2,449,500
- Size: 6,500 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms: 5
- Baths: 6.5
Located in a prime neighborhood setting, this beautiful custom style build offers everything an ideal home needs. Large bright rooms, 10’ first-floor ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, and a contemporary yet classic finish showcases the builders’ attention to detail. The floor plan combines an open layout for entertaining with defined spaces for functionality. The two-story foyer highlights a grand entrance showcasing an elegant dual curved staircase with an open view of the family room. The sunlit gourmet kitchen features Wolf, Subzero appliances, large center island, and a spacious breakfast area leading out to a deck and patio. A formal dining room with Butler Pantry and adjacent living room make hosting effortless. The second floor master retreat bedroom has an elegant coffered ceiling, luxurious bath with free standing tub, and a large walk in closet. Three additional second floor ensuite bedrooms with 9’ high ceilings, and a second laundry room complete the upper floor. The lower level is partially finished and offers great opportunities to customize and create additional space for future needs.
This is a paid partnership between Elena Price of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and Boston Magazine
