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  3. 70 Main St, Dover, MA 02030
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70 Main St Dover — Photo 1 of 42

70 Main St Dover — Photo 1 of 42

$1,850,000

70 Main St, Dover, MA 02030

Dover, MA 02030

Beds

4

Baths

3.5

SqFt

5,468

Style

Single Family

Built

1990

Imagine a private sanctuary blending New England charm with a custom design adding many attractive "arts and crafts" details. Bringing the color and feel of nature into this unique home is enhanced with being surrounded by 1.6 acres of lush gardens, specimen trees, and open lawn.This thoughtfully designed residence has been masterfully renovated over time. It features spectacular open living spaces to showcase art and furniture collections. The first floor features include a step down living room with a vaulted ceiling, stunning stone fireplace, and a wall of windows, a sleek kitchen with a dining area, family room with another stone fireplace, a large dining room with a wall of windows and the bonus, is a private ensuite guest room with den. The second level offers a second primary suite with a spa like bath, loft/office with fireplace, and a very large unfinished room, plus 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath and a sitting area with exterior deck. Idyllic setting and home delightfully private, yet close to Wellesley and Natick. Great commuter location!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$338/sqft
Local Avg (Dover)$544/sqft
38% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 16 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Dover, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,850,000
Annual Taxes$20,658

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12
Fireplaces3
FlooringCarpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
BasementPartial, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil, Fireplace
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter, Slab, Other
ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres1.62
SqFt Lot70,707
Lot FeaturesWooded, Cleared

Neighborhood

Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Stable(s)

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 3
First
Dining RoomBathroom 1
Main,First
Living RoomKitchenFamily RoomBedroom 4Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

19 x 19

Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Dining Room
Lvl First

13 x 22

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

20 x 14

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting

Family Room
Lvl Main,First

13 x 24

Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

18 x 22

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

13 x 13

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

13 x 10

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 4
Lvl Main,First

17 x 17

Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 2
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Population

5,930

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$250K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

2.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Norfolk County

1,189 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+21% vs the prior 12 months) — 706 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 5,468 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 70,707 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Dover, MA market report ZIP 02030 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: The Bohlin Group

Listing Office: Compass

MLS® Number: 73557090

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