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Listing broker remarks

Step into the perfect blend of New England charm and modern sophistication at 1 Ruben Duren. This classic gambrel has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, offering a seamless flow that feels both expansive and inviting. At the heart of the home sits a crisp, white kitchen that serves as the ultimate gathering hub. It opens beautifully into a spectacular living space featuring vaulted ceilings, creating an airy atmosphere that’s bathed in natural light. For more intimate moments, the front-to-back living room anchored by a cozy gas fireplace offers the perfect retreat. Upstairs and throughout, you’ll find three fully renovated bathrooms, including a private primary suite designed with relaxation in mind. Need extra space? The bonus room over the garage is a versatile gem—ideal for a home office, creative studio, or recreation area—while the unfinished lower level provides all the storage you could ever need. The lifestyle continues outdoors in a backyard designed for easy entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a summer dinner on the composite deck or enjoying a quiet evening on the patio, the setting feels private and serene. Practicality meets sustainability here with significant recent investments, including a new heating system (2022), mini-splits for efficient cooling (2021), many replacement windows, and owned solar panels to keep energy costs down. Situated in one of the most coveted pockets of town, this home offers the rare combination of being tucked away in a peaceful setting while enjoying incredible proximity to local favorites. It’s the kind of location where everything you need is just moments away, yet home always feels like a getaway.— Compass

Key details

  • sold
  • 2,772 sq ft
  • 27,125 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1981 built
  • $493 / sq ft
  • $12,162 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠2⁠7⁠4⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
1 Ruben Duren Way
Town
Bedford, MA
ZIP
01730
Sold for
$1,350,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
78973 / 183

Map

Neighborhood: Desirable Israel Putnam Village off Fletcher!

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.