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$4,950,000

157 Centre St
Dover, MA 02030
Listed by Kandi Pitrus
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
5.5
Living area
5,323 sqft
Year built
1890

About this home

Welcome to The Nightingale Country Estate, a distinctive private retreat where elegant living and natural beauty come together. Encompassing 15.31 acres, the property includes 5.84 acres of manicured lawns, colorful gardens, and two spring-fed ponds ideal for summer swimming and winter skating, all introduced by gated entrances and handsome stone walls. An additional 9.47 acres of sunlit meadows, open fields, and peaceful woodlands enhance the estate’s exceptional privacy, while the property borders extensive conservation land and scenic trails. The expansive, picturesque acreage also presents exciting possibilities for outdoor recreation and equestrian pursuits, with ample space to accommodate a pool, tennis or pickleball court, or barn and paddock, subject to applicable approvals. At the heart of the property is the five-bedroom main residence, accompanied by a carriage house featuring a heated four-car garage and a self-contained one-bedroom suite with kitchen—perfect for guests, extended family, or staff. An additional two-car garage provides further space for vehicles, storage, or recreational equipment. With the guidance of a renowned architect, the main residence was thoughtfully reimagined with high-end updates while preserving its character. The gracious floor plan evokes the elegance and charm of an earlier era, offering beautiful rooms for entertaining as well as intimate reading and sitting rooms warmed by fireplaces. Gorgeous hardwood floors, intricate millwork, French doors, and five fireplaces add elegance and architectural interest throughout, while two staircases provide convenience and enhance the home’s natural flow. The modern chef’s kitchen is appointed with desirable high-end appliances. Two en suite bedrooms on the main level provide the ease of single-level living. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a quiet sitting room. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully situated, this exceptional country estate offers picturesque grounds where privacy, natural beauty, and refined living blend seamlessly.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73588247
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
21
On market date
October 8, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5.5
Garage spaces
6
Parking spaces
11
Lot size
15.3 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Memorial School
2.12 mi away · Grades -1-1
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
427
Student:teacher ratio
15.3:1
District
Medfield
Middle
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School
1.24 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
503
Student:teacher ratio
10.7:1
District
Dover-Sherborn
High
Dover-Sherborn Regional High
1.35 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
657
Student:teacher ratio
12.6:1
District
Dover-Sherborn

Walkability

Blended score for Dover's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

26
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.5 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
15 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks4
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Dover, from live MLS data.

On the market 21 days -- 83 fewer days than Dover's current average of 104 days.
For reference, the median list price across 58 active listings in Dover right now is $2,450,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$29,959/mo
$990,000 down
$3,960,000 loan
Principal & interest$25,684
Property tax (est.)$4,125
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network. Last updated 13 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.