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157 Washington St

Duxbury, MA 02332

5 beds
5 baths
6,919 sqft
~1 acre lot
$419 per sqft
1893 build
– on site

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.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Liz Bone Team / South Shore Sotheby's International Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 13, 2025 •

MLS# 73357108 —

The Building

Year Built:

1893
Year Built Details:

Actual,Renovated Since
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Porch - Enclosed
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch - Enclosed
Building Area Total:

6919
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

13
Interior Features:

Bathroom - Half
Living Room Level:

Main,First
Living Room Features:

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, French Doors, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
Kitchen Level:

Main,First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant
Dining Room Level:

Main,First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Family Room Level:

Main,First
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Crown Molding
Office Level:

Third
Office Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Beadboard, Pedestal Sink
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

3
Fireplace Features:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Flooring - Vinyl

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

6919
Living Area Source:

Public Record
Living Room Area:

720
Living Room Length:

36
Living Room Width:

20
Kitchen Area:

285
Kitchen Length:

19
Kitchen Width:

15
Dining Room Area:

680
Dining Room Length:

34
Dining Room Width:

20
Family Room Area:

600
Family Room Length:

30
Family Room Width:

20
Office Area:

551
Office Length:

29
Office Width:

19
Bedroom 2 Area:

361
Bedroom 3 Area:

304
Bedroom 2 Length:

19
Bedroom 2 Width:

19
Bedroom 3 Length:

19
Bedroom 3 Width:

16
Bedroom 4 Area:

225
Bedroom 4 Length:

15
Bedroom 4 Width:

15
Bedroom 5 Area:

143
Bedroom 5 Length:

13
Bedroom 5 Width:

11
Master Bedroom Area:

380
Master Bedroom Length:

20
Master Bedroom Width:

19
Bathroom 2 Area:

91
Bathroom 2 Length:

13
Bathroom 2 Width:

7
Bathroom 3 Area:

66
Bathroom 3 Length:

11
Bathroom 3 Width:

6

Location

Directions:

Rte 3A to Depot St, left at flagpole onto Washington St, home is set behind 153 Washington St
Latitude:

42.026361
Longitude:

-70.674907

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:121 B:815 L:202,1001454
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Gentle Sloping
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

1.22
Lot Size SqFt:

53225
Lot Size Acres:

1.22
Zoning:

RC
Waterview:

Yes
Waterview Features:

Bay
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Beach Front
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

43089
Tax Annual Amount:

21808
Tax Assessed Value:

2150700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 5 Level:

Second
Bedroom 5 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Baths

Total Baths:

4.5
Total Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Sewer:

Private Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range

Schools

Elementary School:

Chandler/Alden
Middle Or Junior School:

Dms
High School:

Dhs

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

16
Parking Features:

Under
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,900,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$15,528
Taxes	$1,817
Insurance	$797
Utilities	$488 See report
Total	$18,630/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/9/25 Apr 9, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$2,900,000

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