Address
78 Washington Street, Hanover, MA
Price
$ 2,095,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#73566550
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPLYMOUTH
- CityHanover
- AreaSouth Hanover
- NeighborhoodHistoric Four Corners
- Zip02339
- StyleVictorian
- Year Built1940
- Taxes$ 17295
- Price$ 2,095,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5114
- Lot Size1.94 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
A rare Hanover estate offering an extraordinary combination of space, land, garages, recreation and versatility. Set on nearly two beautifully landscaped acres framed by classic New England stone walls, 78 Washington Street offers over 5,000 sq. ft. of living space, four heated garage bays with adjoining workshop, an impressive 32' x 51' three-story barn, and an NBA regulation-size basketball court also accommodating tennis and pickleball. For the car enthusiast, collector, hobbyist or anyone simply looking for space that is increasingly difficult to find on the South Shore, this is a property unlike almost anything else on the market.The distinctive shingle-style Victorian combines timeless New England character with the benefits of an extensive 1994–1995 reconstruction, when the home was taken down to the studs and reimagined for modern living. Electrical, plumbing, insulation, windows and mechanical systems were replaced, while the renovation added the spectacular family room, heated four-car garages, wraparound farmer's porch, expansive side and rear entertainment decks, and rebuilt stone walls along Washington Street.At the heart of the home, the sun-filled family room flows naturally to the kitchen and outdoor living spaces, creating an exceptional setting for everyday living and entertaining. A finished attic provides additional flexible space ideal for guests, a home office, fitness room, playroom or media room.Outside, the expansive landscaped grounds are supported by a private artesian well and irrigation system, allowing the lawns and landscaping to be maintained without relying on municipal water for irrigation. The three-story barn, originally constructed as a horse barn and retaining four stalls, provides remarkable space for collections, hobbies, workshop activities and storage. Its expansive hayloft, complete with basketball hoops, has been the backdrop for decades of family memories.Additional features include efficient natural-gas heat with cast-iron baseboard radiators, a whole-house automatic standby generator, a natural-gas-fed Weber grill and a brand-new architectural roof installed in June 2026.Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved by the same family for more than three decades, 78 Washington Street represents a rare opportunity to own a substantial and exceptionally versatile Hanover estate convenient to Route 3, shopping, dining and area amenities.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Center Elementary School | Hanover Middle School | Hanover High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed $2,095,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | for Gas Range,for Gas Oven,for Gas Dryer,Washer Hookup,Icemaker Connection,Generator Connection,Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Trash Compactor,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Plumbed For Ice Maker |
| Zoning | Residence |
| Garage Spaces | 7 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck - Exterior,Porch,Deck,Deck - Wood |
| Architectural Style | Victorian |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Exclusions | Personal Property,Barn Weathervane. |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Electric | Generator,220 Volts,Generator Connection |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 1020150 |
| Community Features | Shopping,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Stable(s),Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Public School |
| County | Plymouth |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Historic Four Corners |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Barn/Stable |
| Waterview | No |
| Total Rooms | 16 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Route 3 to Exit 32 (Route 53). Follow Washington Street to #78. 4 Corners area near Mary Lou's News |
| High School | Hanover High |
| City | Hanover |
| Disclosures | Seller is the listing broker,is licensed as a Massachusetts real estate broker,and has occupied the property as a residence since 1995. |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | South Hanover |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 84506 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Center |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual,Renovated Since |
| Tax Annual Amount | 17295 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Hanover Middle School |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1417300 |
| Certified Treated | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Closet,Recessed Lighting,Decorative Molding,Window Seat,Lighting - Overhead,Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Lighting - Sconce,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Entrance Foyer,Entry H |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Wood,Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Total Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Living Room |
| Kitchen Level | Main,First |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Window(s) - Stained Glass,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Skylight,Insulated Windows,Screens |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 5114 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Gas Dryer Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Walk-in Storage,Washer Hookup,Sink,Second Floor |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Living Room Level | First |
| LivingAreaSource | Measured |
| Kitchen Features | Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Yes |
| Living Room Features | Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Sunken,Lighting - Overhead |
| Bedroom 4 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead |
| Bedroom 3 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead |
| Dining Room Features | Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Remodeled,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding |
| Kitchen Area | 338 |
| Kitchen Length | 26 |
| Kitchen Width | 13 |
| Primary on Main | 204 |
| Second Bedroom Length | 17 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 12 |
| Bedroom 3 Area | 140 |
| Bedroom 3 Length | 14 |
| Bedroom 3 Width | 10 |
| Bedroom 4 Area | 143 |
| Bedroom 4 Length | 13 |
| Bedroom 4 Width | 11 |
| Dining Room Area | 16 |
| Dining Room Width | 12 |
| Family Room Area | 621 |
| Family Room Length | 27 |
| Living Room Area | 312 |
| Living Room Length | 24 |
| Living Room Width | 13 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 336 |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Hot Tub / Spa,Double Vanity,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 24 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 14 |
| Family Room Width | 23 |
| Family Room Level | Main,First |
| Family Room Features | Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Light |
| Dining Room Level | Main,First |
| Dining Room Area | 192 |
| Bedroom 4 Level | Second |
| Bedroom 3 Level | Second |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
| Bathroom 1 Level | Second |
| Bathroom 2 Level | Second |
| Bathroom 3 Level | First |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony / Deck,Porch,Deck,Deck - Wood,Tennis Court(s),Rain Gutters,Storage,Barn/Stable,Sprinkler System,Decorative Lighting,Screens,Horses Permitted,Kennel,Stone Wall,Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached,Under,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Storage,Workshop in Garage,Garage Faces Side,Insulated,Barn,Oversized,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved |
| Lot Features | Gentle Sloping |
| Water Source | Public,Private |
| Total Parking | 17 |
| Lot Size Area | 1.94 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Granite |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 5114 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.94 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 7 |
| Door Features | French Doors,Storm Door(s) |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
| Horse Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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