The best of the past and present come together in this classic designed 6500 sf home by the water. Experience expansive water views of the bay and ocean with awe-inspiring sunrises from most every room in this stunning 7BR, 5.1 bath home .Exquisitely decorated with gorgeous millwork, arched doorways, 3 fireplaces, private balconies, and walls of windows, this home is gorgeous in all seasons. A home office with its own private entrance and patio, first floor guest suite, home gym, game room, and newly renovated kitchen make this home a truly special and rare offering. A luxurious new heated gunite salt water pool surrounded by a beautiful two-tired stone terrace complete with an outdoor kitchen, gas fire pit and hot tub is the ideal place to relax under the sun or wind down with evening festivities. Experience coastal living in the beautiful seaside town of Duxbury.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3.19 acresLot Size
$579Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Hargrave• Coldwell Banker Realty - Duxbury
Bought with Susie Caliendo• Waterfront Realty Group
The magnificent bay & ocean views from this estate-like setting have been opened up. You must see it! This exceptional 7 bedroom home has been thoughtfully renovated throughout while retaining its original dignity & refinement. Master bedroom suite w/ private balcony and gas fireplace. 4 of the 7 bedrooms have private ensuite baths. The gourmet kitchen includes 2 islands, double ovens, Thermador stove-top, built-in cappuccino maker, warming drawer, twin wine coolers, 2 bonus frig drawers, w/ high quality finishes. Front & rear staircase provide access from the slate floor mud-room or the formal foyer,sophisticated yet intimate. Fitness room & spacious game room w/ wet bar. Central AC cools the interior or grab a breath of fresh air with friends on your private screened-in porch or bluestone patio. All of these amenities with state of the art Crestron whole house entertainment system,radiant heat throughout 1st flr, auto whole house generator, & Lutron lighting.
MLS PIN #71368501
Feb 25, 2013
Sold
$1,450,000
$222/sq ft
Jan 30, 2013
Contingent
—
Aug 28, 2012
Price Changed
$1,650,000
$253/sq ft
Jul 26, 2012
Price Changed
$1,775,000
$272/sq ft
Jun 8, 2012
Price Changed
$1,900,000
$291/sq ft
Apr 17, 2012
Listed
$1,950,000
$299/sq ft
+14
At the southern tip of coastal Duxbury is this one-of-a-kind, private 3+ acre estate on Elm Hill with rolling lawns and views of salt marsh, bay and ocean beyond. Cosmopolitan flair blends with historic charm in the 1920 home which was upgraded on an impressive scale in 2006. Period details were preserved while combining state-of-the-art fittings and modern comforts including "Smart Home" technology, 6 bedrooms (5 en-suite) spanning a 6500 sf comfortable, intimate sun-filled floorplan.
MLS PIN #70185975
Aug 9, 2005
Sold
$1,250,000
$192/sq ft
May 10, 2005
Listing Removed
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May 5, 2005
Listed
$1,250,000
$192/sq ft
MLS PIN #30150190
May 27, 1997
Sold
$475,000
$73/sq ft
May 1, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 1997
Listed
$475,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,009 (−1.8%)
$856,200 + $1,906,000
$2,762,200
2024
$28,512 (+13.9%)
$912,400 + $1,921,800
$2,834,200
2023
$25,023 (−6.5%)
$916,400 + $1,424,400
$2,340,800
2022
$26,760 (+4.2%)
$777,400 + $1,306,700
$2,084,100
2021
$25,673 (−4.8%)
$777,400 + $1,306,700
$2,084,100
2020
$26,970 (+0.6%)
$628,500 + $1,211,200
$1,839,700
2019
$26,814 (+8.1%)
$620,700 + $1,205,900
$1,826,600
2018
$24,809 (+7.3%)
$543,100 + $1,093,400
$1,636,500
2017
$23,122 (+4.7%)
$383,500 + $1,107,300
$1,490,800
2016
$22,081 (−0.3%)
$322,400 + $1,097,600
$1,420,000
2015
$22,152 (−15.9%)
$322,400 + $1,097,600
$1,420,000
2014
$26,328 (+14.0%)
$400,600 + $1,229,600
$1,630,200
2013
$23,104 (+3.2%)
$400,600 + $1,227,600
$1,628,200
2012
$22,394 (+9.3%)
$400,800 + $1,223,100
$1,623,900
2011
$20,493 (−2.7%)
$464,800 + $1,161,600
$1,626,400
2010
$21,056 (+25.0%)
$580,000 + $1,202,900
$1,782,900
2009
$16,845
$540,800 + $1,003,200
$1,544,000
Tax history for 640 Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,009 (−1.8%)
$856,200 + $1,906,000
$2,762,200
2024
$28,512 (+13.9%)
$912,400 + $1,921,800
$2,834,200
2023
$25,023 (−6.5%)
$916,400 + $1,424,400
$2,340,800
2022
$26,760 (+4.2%)
$777,400 + $1,306,700
$2,084,100
2021
$25,673 (−4.8%)
$777,400 + $1,306,700
$2,084,100
2020
$26,970 (+0.6%)
$628,500 + $1,211,200
$1,839,700
2019
$26,814 (+8.1%)
$620,700 + $1,205,900
$1,826,600
2018
$24,809 (+7.3%)
$543,100 + $1,093,400
$1,636,500
2017
$23,122 (+4.7%)
$383,500 + $1,107,300
$1,490,800
2016
$22,081 (−0.3%)
$322,400 + $1,097,600
$1,420,000
2015
$22,152 (−15.9%)
$322,400 + $1,097,600
$1,420,000
2014
$26,328 (+14.0%)
$400,600 + $1,229,600
$1,630,200
2013
$23,104 (+3.2%)
$400,600 + $1,227,600
$1,628,200
2012
$22,394 (+9.3%)
$400,800 + $1,223,100
$1,623,900
2011
$20,493 (−2.7%)
$464,800 + $1,161,600
$1,626,400
2010
$21,056 (+25.0%)
$580,000 + $1,202,900
$1,782,900
2009
$16,845
$540,800 + $1,003,200
$1,544,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.