Wonderful Waban! Rare Reproduction Salem Colonial offers floorplan w many options for entertaining & family living ~ plus sweeping golf course views, large private lot,& loads of character. Exceptional woodwork eg beamed ceilings, ornate fireplaces, elegant bannisters, period built-ins. LR is both expansive & welcoming, centered around an oversized FP. Adjoining den has a FP, too, and is surrounded by windows. Modern eat-in-kitchen is every cook’s dream ~ spacious w granite counters, stainless appliances, gas range & French doors to a large deck for al fresco dining & lovely views. An elegant curved staircase leads to 5 BRs including a front-to-back master w/ large FP & ensuite bath. Over the garage is a private suite for guests/ au pair. A sunny family room on lower level has a fireplace and glass sliders to a bluestone patio/large yard. The home has many updates, central air, lots of storage. Easy access to shops, restaurants, public transportation, major highways. A winner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$615Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Gillach Group• William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Bought with Luan White• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Den, Home Office, Bedroom, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,329
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Mauve
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,194
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air, Other
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Beacon Street, west of Waban Square
UnparsedAddress: 57 Dorset Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,099
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1977947S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier Over Kitchen Table, Stove In Basement Kitchenette
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
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