This stately Georgian Colonial built in 1785 has been expertly renovated to incorporate exquisite period detail with stunning and substantial interior finishes. Each room was thoughtfully designed to create a warm and comfortable feeling in a setting that is truly remarkable. The grounds have been enhanced with specimen trees, ornate perennial gardens, multiple patios, fountains, and a stunning heated pool offering privacy and luxury just steps from Weston Town Center. The Artemas Ward Jr. House, encompassing over 7,300 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms, 6 and a half baths and numerous multi-functional rooms all with great character, provides the perfect backdrop for gracious living and entertaining on any scale. The newest addition features a large vaulted art studio enhanced with striking reclaimed materials and hand-crafted iron and wood floating staircase. Additionally, all systems have been updated to insure year-round comfort. A true masterpiece.
Single-familyProperty Type
1785Year Built
1.52 acresLot Size
$518Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Dean Poritzky• Engel & Volkers Wellesley
Bought with Dean Poritzky• Engel & Volkers Wellesley
This magnificent, landmark Georgian Colonial is majestically situated in Weston town center. Architectural improvements capture light while enhancing the period character throughout. An updated country kitchen, family room addition and formal entertaining rooms overlook elegant gardens, patios and a pool. Amenities such as his and hers master bathrooms and a 3rd floor recreation room are features for today's lifestyle.
MLS PIN #70889196
Oct 1, 2009
Sold
$2,500,000
$342/sq ft
Aug 25, 2009
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2009
Price Changed
$2,997,000
$411/sq ft
Apr 17, 2009
Price Changed
$3,290,000
$451/sq ft
Mar 17, 2009
Listed
$3,650,000
$500/sq ft
A beloved Weston landmark, the Artemas Ward Jr. house combines modern comfort, historic charm and great privacy. Set back on a hill above Town Center, it is a short walk to day-to-day conveniences. New additions include a 650 s.f. chef’s kitchen, master suite with 2 baths, sun-drenched family room & expansive office/playroom/au pair floor. 1785 rooms are spacious with large windows, original moldings & 7 FPs. No private showings, please contact your real estate agent to visit.
Public Records
Sep 4, 1990
Sold
$705,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$39,163 (+1.6%)
$1,404,100 + $2,195,400
$3,599,500
2025
$38,543 (+2.6%)
$1,276,900 + $2,195,400
$3,472,300
2024
$37,571 (+0.5%)
$1,276,900 + $2,101,800
$3,378,700
2023
$37,397 (+4.5%)
$1,276,900 + $1,881,600
$3,158,500
2022
$35,771 (+3.4%)
$1,215,900 + $1,576,500
$2,792,400
2021
$34,602 (+16.6%)
$1,160,700 + $1,505,100
$2,665,800
2020
$29,668 (−1.4%)
$1,160,700 + $1,151,700
$2,312,400
2019
$30,085 (+0.6%)
$1,160,700 + $1,228,900
$2,389,600
2018
$29,894 (+12.8%)
$1,160,700 + $1,228,900
$2,389,600
2017
$26,493 (+3.2%)
$1,160,700 + $975,800
$2,136,500
2016
$25,662 (+3.0%)
$1,160,700 + $949,700
$2,110,400
2015
$24,910 (+0.1%)
$1,105,500 + $923,000
$2,028,500
2014
$24,880 (+4.7%)
$974,600 + $979,800
$1,954,400
2013
$23,758 (−14.3%)
$936,200 + $979,800
$1,916,000
2012
$27,736 (+4.6%)
$974,600 + $1,315,700
$2,290,300
2011
$26,528 (+1.3%)
$1,014,800 + $1,314,300
$2,329,100
2010
$26,193 (+66.7%)
$1,045,400 + $1,314,300
$2,359,700
2009
$15,717
$719,000 + $707,200
$1,426,200
Tax history for 543 Boston Post Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$39,163 (+1.6%)
$1,404,100 + $2,195,400
$3,599,500
2025
$38,543 (+2.6%)
$1,276,900 + $2,195,400
$3,472,300
2024
$37,571 (+0.5%)
$1,276,900 + $2,101,800
$3,378,700
2023
$37,397 (+4.5%)
$1,276,900 + $1,881,600
$3,158,500
2022
$35,771 (+3.4%)
$1,215,900 + $1,576,500
$2,792,400
2021
$34,602 (+16.6%)
$1,160,700 + $1,505,100
$2,665,800
2020
$29,668 (−1.4%)
$1,160,700 + $1,151,700
$2,312,400
2019
$30,085 (+0.6%)
$1,160,700 + $1,228,900
$2,389,600
2018
$29,894 (+12.8%)
$1,160,700 + $1,228,900
$2,389,600
2017
$26,493 (+3.2%)
$1,160,700 + $975,800
$2,136,500
2016
$25,662 (+3.0%)
$1,160,700 + $949,700
$2,110,400
2015
$24,910 (+0.1%)
$1,105,500 + $923,000
$2,028,500
2014
$24,880 (+4.7%)
$974,600 + $979,800
$1,954,400
2013
$23,758 (−14.3%)
$936,200 + $979,800
$1,916,000
2012
$27,736 (+4.6%)
$974,600 + $1,315,700
$2,290,300
2011
$26,528 (+1.3%)
$1,014,800 + $1,314,300
$2,329,100
2010
$26,193 (+66.7%)
$1,045,400 + $1,314,300
$2,359,700
2009
$15,717
$719,000 + $707,200
$1,426,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
6.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.52 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,648
Year built
1785
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1043044S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground, Pool - Inground Heated
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Cabana
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.52
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $26,493
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other (See Remarks)
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: School Street to Boston Post Road or Concord Road to Boston Post Road.
UnparsedAddress: 543 Boston Post Road, Weston MA 02493
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 6.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,648
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1785
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1043044S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Woodland Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Weston Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
9/10
Weston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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