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Listing broker remarks

Enjoy your morning coffee with breathtaking panoramic views of the Charles River from your oversized deck and backyard in this beautifully updated 1870 Colonial, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Perfectly positioned along the waterfront, the property wraps around the Charles River, offering exceptional river frontage, tremendous water views, and a front-row seat to abundant wildlife. Offering over 2,200 sq ft, this home features a bright, open layout designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The impressive kitchen showcases vaulted beamed ceilings, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large center island overlooking the main living area. Step outside and unwind as the river becomes your backyard. A flexible floor plan offers 4 bedrooms and a walk-up attic ready to be finished for additional living space. Set on a private ¾-acre lot with mature landscaping and convenient access to top-rated Medway schools, shopping, dining, and major routes to Boston, Worcester, and Providence.— Keller Williams Realty

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Key details

  • 2,217 sq ft
  • 32,670 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1870 built
  • $315 / sq ft
  • $7,419 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠9⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
4 Shaw St
Town
Medway, MA
ZIP
02053
Deed (Bk/Pg)
34462 / 567

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Neighborhood: Medway

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.