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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to this beautifully updated, sun-drenched Cape in a highly sought-after Westwood neighborhood! The inviting main level features a seamless flow, anchored by an updated kitchen with a bright breakfast area. Entertain with ease in the formal dining room, or relax in the living room highlighted by a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Two versatile first-floor bedrooms and a full bath offer incredible flexibility for guests or a home office. Upstairs, discover two generously sized bedrooms—including a spacious primary retreat with dual closets—alongside a second full bath and a convenient walk-in storage area. The finished lower level with addition 304 sqft expands your living space, perfect for a family room, home gym, or office. Step outside to an entertainer's dream: an oversized deck wrapping around three sides of the home, overlooking a charming vegetable garden. Complete with Central AC and an extra-deep 1-car garage. Unbeatably located just a short stroll to the brand-new, state-of-the-art Pine Hill Elementary School, with effortless access to public transit, major highways, and shopping. Move-in ready!— Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

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Key details

  • 1,840 sq ft
  • 13,869 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1956 built
  • $515 / sq ft
  • $10,465 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠8⁠1⁠8⁠7⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
857 Gay St
Town
Westwood, MA
ZIP
02090
Deed (Bk/Pg)
35055 / 567

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Neighborhood: Westwood

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.