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Listing broker remarks

NEW PRICE $735,000! Welcome to 55 Lake Rd, a lovingly maintained one-owner home in Canton's desirable Lakeside Community, offering a rare combination of history, pride of ownership, and thoughtful updates. Nestled on land that has remained in the same family for over 120 years, this special property reflects generations of care. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting home with major improvements already completed for peace of mind, including a beautifully updated kitchen (2016), new septic system (2019), and new roof and gutters (2022). Located near Glen Echo Pond, the home offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm, privacy, convenience, and natural beauty. A truly special opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home with timeless character in one of Canton's most sought-after lakeside neighborhoods.— Keller Williams South Watuppa

Key details

  • 1,729 sq ft
  • 17,500 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1973 built
  • $425 / sq ft
  • $5,532 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠1⁠5⁠2⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
55 Lake Rd
Town
Canton, MA
ZIP
02021
Deed (Bk/Pg)
39390 / 586

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Neighborhood: Canton

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.