157 Washington St
$2,900,000
5
Beds
4/1
Baths
6,919
Sqft
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$2,900,000
5
Beds
4/1
Baths
6,919
Living Area
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Property Description
Step into the elegance of a bygone era at this grand Duxbury estate, nestled in the heart of Duxbury Village—just moments from Hall’s Corner, the Town Green, and Harden Hill Beach. Formerly known as Melbourne Hall and once a seaside retreat for a celebrated actress, this remarkable property is ready to be brought back to life .With 5+ bedrooms, 3 family rooms,4.5 bathrooms across 7,000 sq. ft., the home features a sweeping staircase that opens into a magnificent foyer and a 30-foot fireplaced living room—echoing the spirit of 1920s gatherings. Encompassing 3 floors of living each room is oversized including a 3rd floor apartment style lifestyle. The is a residence offering the perfect setting for entertaining or creating lasting family memories .Set on 1.22 acres of expansive grounds with a path to Duxbury Bay, this estate invites you to reimagine a true legacy home rich in history, charm, and potential. If the Great Gatsby lived in Duxbury- Grand Coastal Retreat rich in story & style.
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Highlights
- Acres: 1
- Parking Spots: 16
- Property Type: Single Family Residence
- Total Rooms: 13
- Status: Active
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Propane
- Property Class: Residential
- Style: Colonial
- Year Built: 1893
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Additional Details
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Construction: Frame
- Fireplaces: 3
- Foundation: Stone
- Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
- Roof: Shingle
- Year Built Details: Actual, Renovated Since
- Zoning: Rc
- Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete, Unfinished
- Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Pedestal Sink, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet, Bathroom - With Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Beadboard, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Library, Game Room, Study, Home Office
- Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
- SqFt Source: Public Record
- Year Built Source: Public Records
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Amenities
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
- Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Covered Parking Spaces: 2
- Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Bay, Harbor, Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
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Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water Source: Public
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Fees / Taxes
- Assessed Value: $2,150,700
- Taxes: $21,808
- Tax Year: 2025
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