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Dover Overview
How did Dover become a charming, affluent little town nestled among some of the country's most beautiful acreage, featuring a lovely mixture of estates, farmland, open fields, forests and neighborhoods? In the early 1900's, wealthy Boston families chose to build their country estates in Dover, resulting in staggering 300-400 acres of parks, gardens, walking paths and pastures that gave Dover a charming, almost European-inspired feeling of wealth and fine living, which virtually ensured it remained a residential community known as the friendly, beautiful, little town made for ideal living such as it is today. Indeed, the friendly community feeling and warmth that you'll find in Dover sets this town apart from any other! Even though some of the old estate lands have since been sold and made into subdivisions, Dover maintains its sprawling, vast feeling of living by requiring houses to be built on 1+-acre lots. You will find historic homes, colonials, and new construction here.
Dover's heritage lies in agriculture - still evident in active farms, orchards, and horse farms with its winding, tree-lined roads. Its rural character is assured with much of the town still comprised of open space and woodlands. This heritage and country atmosphere is highly valued by the citizens of Dover and is why, when you look at Dover real estate, you see open fields and pastures, horses, miles of shady trails and woods for walking, cross-country skiing, birding, and horseback riding - over 200 miles of bridle trails - old stone walls, as well as access to the Charles River. Away from the noise, the hustle and bustle of city life, here, in Dover, you can truly relax every night after work, almost as if you are on a perpetual vacation.
Where is Dover?
Dover, situated about 15 miles southwest of Boston and nestled on the south banks of the Charles River, has a great, isolated, bucolic location, and yet, thanks to I-95/SR-128, SR-9, SR-27, SR-16, and SR-109, many of its citizenry - mainly academic, legal, business and medical - are able to commute to work in Boston - about 40 minutes depending upon your location and traffic. That said, none but a mile or so of State roads lie within its city limits, resulting in a huge line item (75% of its budget) for snow removal! Dover is bordered by: Natick, Wellesley and Needham to the North, Westwood to the East, Walpole and Medfield to the South, Sherborn to the West.
Education in Dover
If you have school-age children, the Dover-Sherborn Public School District is highly regarded and respected and will take excellent care of them. Dover offers some of the best public education families are likely to find anywhere in all of Massachusetts. U.S. News & World Report named Dover-Sherborn High School a Gold Medal School, ranking it 8th in MA in 2018. Dover is independently financially responsible for Chickering Elementary School. Dover-Sherborn Middle School and Dover-Sherborn High School costs are "regional" schools and expenses are shared with Sherborn. Chickering School is located near Caryl Park and the entrance to Noanet Woodlands. The Regional schools share a campus on Farm Street in Dover, near the borders with Sherborn and Medfield. Overall, Dover Sherborn High School has impressive results with regards to graduation rates, college admission rates and standardized and Advanced Placement exam scores. DSPS's transportation policies, bus routes, etc., are outlined here. Alternatively, you can enroll your child(ren) in a private elementary school, The Charles River School, located in the center of Dover.
Activities in Dover
Dover has exceptional recreational opportunities if you like to stay close to home on the weekend -- boating on the Charles River, tennis at Caryl Park, hiking or biking through Noanet Woodlands, fishing at Channing Pond, horseback riding at one of the many stables, or participating in or watching the Norfolk Hunt Club carry out one of its events. For a small, quiet, country town, there is always a lot going on. There is a high degree of volunteerism and an active senior community. For more details, check this site.
Additional Info
If you have decided upon a property and are wondering what the taxes for it will be, you can go here to see what the current (and past) tax rate is and then look up the address to find its current assessed value. Multiplying the two numbers together and dividing by 1,000 will give you the current tax bill amount. For example, 1 Main St might be assessed at $1,191,400 and the current tax rate $12.84. The tax bill would be $1,191,400 x $12.84 / 1000 = $15,298
The Dover-Sherborn Press, The Hometown Weekly, The Dover Sherborn Cable TV, and The Patch, are purveyors of local news; and, of course, there are also the Boston Globe, and the Boston Herald.
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Available Dover Properties
This historic 1700’s Colonial blends old and new seamlessly. The original home exudes antique charm with it’s center chimney, multiple fireplaces, stone hearths, wainscot...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72395746 MLS
Seeing is believing as you enter this gorgeous 1acre specimen of land. The towering trees, well established Rhododendrons, ferns and plantings invite the creative investo...
- 72433086 MLS
Seeing is believing as you enter this gorgeous 1acre specimen of land. The towering trees, well established Rhododendrons, ferns and plantings invite the creative investo...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 72442670 MLS
Set back down a long drive is a very special home, a true diamond in the rough. Picture a property longing to be brought back to life. This private sanctuary is surrounde...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72433088 MLS
Once in a while a special piece of land becomes available to the meticulous builder. Drive into a space made for the discerning investor or contractor to create a dream h...
- 72433090 MLS
Nearly 2500 s.f. of living space in this well cared for split entry home! Great opportunity 2.9 miles from Wellesley Square and commuter rail. Private dead end street and...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72378166 MLS
Bright and charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home with renovated kitchen & bath, refinished pine floors on 1 acre close to Chickering School, Dover Town library, playground & tr...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 72416563 MLS
Completely renovated single family on 1 acre lot in Dover, 2939 sf including walk-out basement. Heated 2 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 3 updated full baths. New propane furnace...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72406136 MLS
Dover Schools #1 Again! This house raised a family in its spacious open kitchen and family dining area perfect for most meals. A 2 closet entry foyer attaches the formal ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 71944508 MLS
COMPLETELY REFURBISHED & RENOVATED from top to bottom! RARE OPPORTUNITY IN DOVER. #1 Schools, Excellent Commuter location! New Roof, new siding, new kitchen with sta...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72403215 MLS
A delightful stone and timber Cotswold cottage built in 1928 privately set abutting conservation land at the end of a cul de sac! This charming 3BR 3BA home overlooks a s...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72440200 MLS
Estate Sale. You will not find another opportunity like this to develop or invest in Dover. Picture a property longing to be brought back to life. The potential to create...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72433087 MLS
This beautiful house fully remodeled just a few years ago, features 4 generous size bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, including a gorgeous master bathroom, hardwood floors thro...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72435642 MLS
Approved app. 3.45 acre lot on desirable Farm St. abutting Medfield Charles River State Reservation. Buyer to do their own due diligence. Property is adjacent to 127 ...
- 72328306 MLS
A circular drive makes an elegant approach to this extraordinary 4-bedroom, 3-bath home set on a height of land within walking distance to Dover’s classic and convenient ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 72365568 MLS
The complete Dover package! Privacy down and 800 foot driveway, acreage, nearly 3.5 acres abutting another 7 wooded acres of conservation property. Lovely wildlife pond, ...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72423488 MLS
Privacy and tranquility await down a long driveway to this beautiful, impeccably maintained 4 bedroom, 4 bath custom cedar shingled cape. This home is fabulous for entert...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72439463 MLS
For sale.Fantastic Sholtz Design Colonial With High Cathedral Ceilings And Dramatic 2 Story Foyer. Brick front ,Ceramic Tiles, Granite Counter Tops, 2 Fireplaces , A sun ...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72354602 MLS
Bucolic and serene natural setting with 2 private acres. Nearby pond and garden features of yesteryear featured in the Smithsonian and book by Ken Druse "The Natural Habi...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72404583 MLS
BEST VALUE, NEW CONSTRUCTION! Walk to Dover Centre. One acre setting on private dead end street. Stunning 10 room 4 bedroom 5.5 bath colonial, nearly 6,000 sf. of living...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72269805 MLS
A beautiful, bright, welcoming 1807 Antique Colonial with a 2 level authentic barn on 5 acres of open land. This home has a separate 2 bedroom, bath, kitchen in-law suit...
- 7 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72334797 MLS
Presiding over 2.7 acres of sweeping lawn, this stately twelve room colonial features spacious living space brimming with natural light and beautifully maintained hardwoo...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72399197 MLS
Exquistely and expertly built to endure years of enjoyment, this property's amenities are sure to impress! The updated gourmet kitchen with Wolf Cook top, Wolf double ove...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72366957 MLS
Magnificent estate nestled on two private acres in sought-after Dover neighborhood. This extraordinary home was completely rebuilt & greatly expanded with attention to ev...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72417040 MLS
Short sale subject to bank approval. Set on five acres that abut woodland trails, this incredibly spacious customized Contemporary provides an abundance of entertainment ...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72392770 MLS
Fantastic price reduction 12/13/18. Private and handsome brick front Georgian Colonial minutes to Wellesley Square. Long circular driveway leads to nearly 4.5 acres of g...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72382064 MLS
An exquisite retreat on a bend in Charles River, 344 Dedham Street is an elegant mid-century modern house set on 6 private acres within a larger envelope of conserved lan...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 72074024 MLS
6 Stonegate Lane is a stunning, modern colonial set on a cul-de-sac in one of Dover’s most sought after neighborhoods. It offers almost 6000 sf of living area and plenty ...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72431537 MLS
Welcome to this spectacular 20-room custom contemporary home with dramatic, sun-drenched living spaces privately sited on 2 acres. Main level offers expansive living room...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72436647 MLS
Beautiful new construction by master builder, offering a spacious open floor plan and fine architectural detail throughout. First floor features a living room with coffe...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 72323443 MLS
Design, detail, craftsmanship. Every inch of this property was thoughtfully designed and the result is a spectacular family home, ideal for entertaining. Set in Donnelly ...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72422438 MLS
Miller Hill, a private enclave of homes located off Farm Street in Dover, Massachusetts. Custom designed recent additions make for architecturally clean lines and simple ...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72436708 MLS
LOCATION! LOCATION! SPECTACULAR CHARLES RIVER SETTING on NEEDHAM LINE! Nestled in on a quiet, scenic road in Dover's estate area, this gorgeous, young Colonial boasts a w...
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72341761 MLS
Magnificent Brand New Custom Colonial with stunning architecture is ideally located on coveted Farm Street just a minute from Dover’s #1 ranked schools! Beautifully set o...
- 6 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 72392847 MLS
Impressive NEW CONSTRUCTION! An extraordinary 6700sf 5BR 5/3BA residence with a fully finished lower level nestled in a premier neighborhood setting. This classic, Farmho...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 72260857 MLS
Fantastic single family lot ideal for spacious private compound. Abuts Town of Dover conservation.
- 71895385 MLS
Exceptional opportunity! Like new ! Totally energized, handsome white washed brick and frame colonial. Over 3 acres of privacy in the heart of one of Dover's great neighb...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 72438067 MLS
Impressive NEW CONSTRUCTION! An extraordinary 6700sf 5BR 5/3BA residence with a fully finished lower level nestled in a premier neighborhood setting. This classic, Farmho...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 72302134 MLS
Magnificent nearly 1.5 acre setting for this special shingle style design, minutes to major commuter routes. Fantastic architectural lines and long circular drive approac...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72389181 MLS
WWW.127FARMST.COM !The historic and distinctive Westerham farm sited on 10+ acres of land in the heart of Dover showcases a restored New England Colonial with a updated c...
- 7 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72319360 MLS
New Construction & Magnificent! This shingle and stone custom home, was built by one of Boston's most esteemed builders and features an unparalleled level of detail, qual...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72442090 MLS
Impressive country living with sophisticated ambiance! Custom designed builders home in 2002, thoughtfully sited on 5 acres of privacy. . This much admired home offers 5 ...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72413696 MLS
Sophisticated custom built residence privately sited on 2.47 acres of beautifully landscaped lawns and gardens. Exquisite details and expertly crafted by highly regarded ...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 72440433 MLS
New construction in cul-de-sac neighborhood. This beautiful home offers traditional design with superior craftsmanship. First floor features include a spacious gourmet ...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 72430910 MLS
10-acre Private Estate in Massachusetts #1 school district. This completely renovated 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half bath custom Contemporary home is privately located in ...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 72416675 MLS
Stunning stone and cedar shingle custom built colonial. Beautifully sited on a picturesque, private 3 acres of sprawling mature grounds in coveted Miller Hill neighborhoo...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72402408 MLS
INCREDIBLE LAND in one of Dover's most desired locations. Private pond on 2.36 acres!! Home to be built by well known local builder. Plans in place for 8000 sq. ft. 5 b...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 72400942 MLS
An exquisite work of art! A contemporized country manor thoughtfully designed to capture the elements of nature and natural light, showcasing comfortable elegance throu...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72282952 MLS
Distinctive, unique and rare estate, a one of kind setting overlooking rolling meadows. This 1826 historic property with 3 dwellings, consists of the Main House, a School...
- 7 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72400501 MLS
We call this property "The Triple Crown" where a wealth of opportunities await the equine lover, investor or multi-generational family. Across 3 acres lie 3 must see home...
- 6 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 72374632 MLS
One of a kind and ideally sited on over 12 acres, abutting conservation, impeccable, custom shingle style estate designed by D. Michael Collins and built by Ken Vona is n...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 72317370 MLS
In the pastoral privacy of 8.3± acres & 500' on Charles River , across from protected woodlands of Trustees of Reservations, this impressive custom-built Georgian-style b...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 72247551 MLS
Mill Farm, the most iconic property in the bucolic suburb of Dover, was the home of the legendary Miss Amelia Peabody, artist and philanthropist, who infused the horse fa...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 72111327 MLS
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