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Listing broker remarks

MOTIVATED SELLER! Welcome to 8 Dana Road, a charming home in a serene, tree-lined neighborhood that has been lovingly cared for by the original owners for 60 years. The main level greets you with a sprawling living room, featuring a gorgeous picture window and wood-burning fireplace, that creates a seamless flow to the rest of the floor. Gleaming hardwood floors await underneath all of the carpeting, making for a simple solution to those seeking a more modern look. The spacious, eat-in kitchen is highlighted by granite counters and an abundance of cabinet space, ready to be used as is or converted into your dream custom kitchen. Enjoy cooking family dinners or hosting gatherings in an idyllic setting, with direct access to the back deck, formal dining room and attached screened-in porch, creating an incredible balance of indoor and outdoor spaces. Down the hall, you will find a full bathroom and three large bedrooms with fantastic closet space, including the primary suite with its own full bathroom. On the lower level, there is a lovely family room with gas fireplace and built-in shelves, a fourth bedroom (or the perfect home office), laundry room, a half bathroom and access to the oversized two-car garage. Outside, revel in the tranquil backyard, or head to the neighborhood trailhead into Murray York Conservation Area to the Narrow Gauge Rail Trail, Fawn Lake and more. This location makes for a convenient lifestyle blend for those seeking outdoor activities and easy access to local stores, restaurants and schools. Updates include a new roof in approximately 2016, hot water tank in 2020, boiler in 2014 and upstairs windows in 2013.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 2,093 sq ft
  • 40,027 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1966 built
  • $429 / sq ft
  • $10,535 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠6⁠3⁠9⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
8 Dana Rd
Town
Bedford, MA
ZIP
01730
Deed (Bk/Pg)
11235 / 134

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Neighborhood: Bedford

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.