Dimensions15 x 16
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
8 Washington Street, Sherborn MA 01770
Sherborn, MA 01770
$1,998,000
Est. $13,055/month
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About this home
Exceptional historic estate in the heart of Sherborn Center, the iconic Calvin Sanger House (c.1819) is a gracious Federal-style Colonial, thoughtfully renovated for modern living while preserving the character and craftsmanship that make this home so distinctive. Set on just over two beautifully landscaped acres, this landmark residence offers a rare combination of history, elegance and modern luxury. Period details include soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, refined millwork and multiple fireplaces.Gracious formal living room with window seat with original pocket doors to dining room with French doors to bluestone patio. This all complemented by a stunning renovated chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and generous workspace. A flexible first-floor office or bedroom with bay windows and adjacent full bath is ideal for guests or working from home and could be utilized as a two room in-law suite. The spacious family room features a fireplace, wet bar and French doors to an upper deck. A walk-out lower level with recreation space and full bath offers additional flexibility for guests, fitness or entertaining.Upstairs are four generous bedrooms and beautifully updated baths throughout. The renovated primary suite is a serene retreat with a luxurious bath and dressing area. Two additional bedrooms share an updated connecting bath, while the fourth bedroom has a dedicated full bath just across the hall. Upstairs laundry adds another modern convenience. Outside, mature landscaping, classic New England stonewalls to an in-ground pool create a private retreat in the heart of the village. An exceptional location, just steps from Sherborn’s newly expanded Library and soon-to-open History Center, with brand-new tennis and pickleball courts just down the street. Enjoy easy access to Sherborn’s renowned trail system, Farm Pond, consistently top-ranked Dover-Sherborn school system, restaurants, Town Hall, houses of worship and village amenities. A rare opportunity to own one of Sherborn’s most distinguished historic residences, where more than two centuries of New England character and beautifully renovated modern living come together.
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Property History
Market Insights
36.6%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Aug 21, 2026
$1,998,000
Original listing
Agent: Nora Lynch
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72005556
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 26, 2016
$1,267,500
MLS #72005556
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,998,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/26/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,267,500 | - | - | MLS #72005556 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $33,022 | $2,001,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$33,022
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$2,001,500
Facts & Features
3 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1818
Living Area
5,656 sq ft
Lot Size
2.18 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
5
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Parquet, Flooring - Wood, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
Family Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
6
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Slab
Laundry
Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Closet, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Library, Exercise Room, Sun Room, Bathroom, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial, Antique, Federal
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Pool
In Ground
Spa
Private
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
10
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$33,022
Assessed Value
$2,001,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Current Owners Did Extensive Renovations And Updates, Including Upgrade To Natural Gas With New Systems And New Well. Wine Cellar In Basement. Dual Staircases. 2nd Floor Laundry.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
See Updated 2026 Assessor Card attached.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
124 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1818
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
5,656 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
5,162 sq ft above grade
494 sq ft below grade
Dimensions13 x 15
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Remodeled
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 15
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
Dimensions17 x 17
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dressing Room
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelMain,First
Dimensions14 x 17
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions19 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Pocket Door
LevelMain,First
Dimensions22 x 24
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Double
LevelMain,First
Dimensions19 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pocket Door, Window Seat
LevelMain,First
Dimensions25 x 18
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Wet Bar, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
LevelMain,First
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolIn Ground
SpaPrivate
Patio & porchPorch, Deck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Parquet, Flooring - Wood, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Library, Exercise Room, Sun Room, Bathroom, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, High Speed Internet
Windows:
Screens
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Slab
Laundry:
Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial, Antique, Federal
Year Built:
1818
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Granite, Irregular
Condition:
Remodeled
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Private
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
3
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
10
Parking Features:
Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
In Ground
Spa/Hot Tub:
Yes
Spa Features:
Private
View:
Yes
View Type:
Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities:
Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
Nearby Schools
School District
Dover-Sherborn School District local
A+
School Safety
2024-25
0.0%
Very Low (Safest)
5.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
A+
Pine Hill School
0.6 mi
|
#29 of 824
|
Score: 64.0
Improved 187 spots from last year
+5.8 above state avg
397 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
C-
Harmony Grove Elementary School
2.5 mi
|
#723 of 824
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 105 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
453 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-05
The Tobin School
2.5 mi
Grades PK
Middle Schools
3 schools
A+
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School
2.9 mi
|
#25 of 352
|
Score: 60.6
Dropped 11 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
471 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
J F Kennedy Middle School
3.3 mi
|
#37 of 352
|
Score: 59.1
Improved 5 spots from last year
+0.8 above state avg
911 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
A
Robert H. Adams Middle School
3.7 mi
|
#53 of 352
|
Score: 56.0
Dropped 5 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
626 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
A+
Natick High School
2.4 mi
|
#13 of 346
|
Score: 75.0
Improved 45 spots from last year
+16.8 above state avg
1,761 students
Moderate
20 sports
• 2,900 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
A+
Dover-Sherborn Regional High School
2.9 mi
|
#3 of 346
|
Score: 78.7
Same rank as last year
+20.5 above state avg
610 students
Moderate
20 sports
• 1,512 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Chesterton Academy of the Immaculata
3.5 mi
Grades 09-12
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8 Washington Street, Sherborn MA 01770
Sherborn, MA 01770
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Nora Lynch
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
781-237-8181
Agent MLS ID
BB983157
Office MLS ID
AN5755
Listing Data Updated
Aug 21, 2026 12:05 AM EDT
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