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Listing broker remarks

******OPEN HOUSE 10/3******* What if your next home felt like a WEEKEND GETAWAY, but BOSTON was only MINUTES away!! The Lizzie Spring House: a fully reimagined 1913 residence with a private pool and redesigned CARRIAGE HOUSE featuring TWO LEVELS complete with a half bath - perfect as a home OFFICE, STUDIO, PLAYROOM or POOL HOUSE! This STUNNING home has had an extensive designer-led transformation following its acquisition. This exceptional residence seamlessly blends timeless NE architecture with refined coastal-inspired interiors. This CUSTOM home offers over 4,100 SF & is ideally located minutes from I-93, Route 3, the MBTA Red Line, & just 15 minutes to Boston. A welcoming sitting room with fireplace opens to an elegant dining room before revealing the SHOW STOPPING, SPECTACULAR cathedral GRAND ROOM with soaring white shiplap ceilings, exposed timber beams, dramatic arched windows, custom built-ins, brass chandeliers, fireplace, & CUSTOM WET BAR overlooking the in-ground pool. The chef’s kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, walnut island, & a sun-filled breakfast area wrapped in walls of windows. The seller transformed a bedroom into a full-scale dressing room/walk-in closet featuring abundant natural light and custom storage, complemented by an expansive walk-up attic offering exceptional flexibility and exciting future possibilities. Envision additional bedrooms, a private home office, bonus space, playroom or an impressive primary-suite retreat—the opportunity to customize and expand is truly remarkable! The home has been updated with French oak floors throughout, designer lighting, recessed lighting, & an extensive electrical & plumbing improvements!— Coldwell Banker Realty - Easton

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Key details

  • 4,142 sq ft
  • 21,850 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1913 built
  • $397 / sq ft
  • $12,183 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠0⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
161 Cedar Street
Town
Braintree, MA
ZIP
02184

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Spring, Lizzie House · includes BRA.M

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Braintree

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.