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$1,150,000

42 Plain Rd, Wayland MA 01778
Wayland, MA 01778
Listed by Tori MacDowell
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
2,077 sqft
Year built
1940

About this home

The property you've been waiting for! Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape-style home (4-bedroom septic) combines classic New England charm with comfortable living spaces and a wonderful setting for everyday enjoyment. A bluestone stepping-stone walkway, flowering window boxes, established gardens, and freshly painted exterior (2026) create a warm and welcoming first impression. The sun-filled kitchen features a large picture window, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a convenient half bath. A charming Dutch door opens to a large outdoor patio, perfect for entertaining! The formal dining room offers a lovely bay window and built-ins, while the living room features a gas fireplace with a detailed mantle and a wall of custom cabinetry that includes built-in workspace. The family room is wrapped in windows creating a bright and airy atmosphere and has direct access to the backyard via sliding doors. The main level primary bedroom features a private en-suite bath and large closet, custom fitted. Two additional bedrooms on the upper level share a full bath and both bedrooms offer additional storage spaces beyond their closets. The lower level, with newly painted floors, higher ceilings, expansive storage and large brick fireplace is yours to create and make your own! Double door front shed great for storage. Sprawling, level backyard with perimeter fence, irrigation, designated garden area, mature landscaping, storage shed and fabulous sport court with basketball hoop complete this turn-key property. New 2023 roof, recent interior painting and carpet upgrades, Long list of inclusions including two portable AC units.Walking distance to elementary school, mill pond for fishing and winter skating, playground and sports fields or take the Rail Trail to the town center or Wayland Library. This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of Wayland's premier neighborhoods and enjoy all it has to offer!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73591165
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
October 15, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
5
Lot size
0.53 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
Claypit Hill School
0.58 mi away · Grades 0-5
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
516
Student:teacher ratio
12.3:1
District
Wayland
Middle
Wayland Middle School
3.01 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
602
Student:teacher ratio
10.2:1
District
Wayland
High
Wayland High School
2.04 mi away · Grades 9-12
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
831
Student:teacher ratio
11.2:1
District
Wayland

Walkability

Blended score for Wayland'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).

28
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
5.3 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
30 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks7
Schools3
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$230,000 down
$920,000 loan
Principal & interest$5,967
Property tax (est.)$958
Home insurance (est.)$150

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