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Listing broker remarks

Set on 3.5 picturesque acres, this exceptional 5,800+ sq. ft. estate offers a rare opportunity for multigenerational living. The flexible floor plan includes 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, 2 kitchens, 2 laundry areas, and a legally permitted accessory dwelling unit with private entrance. A thoughtfully designed ~2,000 sq. ft. single-level addition is ideal for aging parents, extended family, caregivers, or guests. Established gardens, fruit and berry plantings, open lawn areas, a 2.5-car attached garage, and 3-car detached garage complete this unique offering. An additional 2,800+ sq. ft. of unfinished lower-level space offers exceptional potential for a home theater, gym, recreation area, workshop, or future expansion. Available for the first time in over 50 years, this rare legacy property blends historic character, privacy, and exceptional versatility.— Engel & Volkers Wellesley

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Key details

  • 5,818 sq ft
  • 3.50 acres
  • 6 beds
  • 5.5 baths
  • 1904 built
  • $394 / sq ft
  • $30,456 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠0⁠9⁠4⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
55 Glezen Ln
Town
Wayland, MA
ZIP
01778
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1509 / 70

Map

Neighborhood: Wayland

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.