85 Chestnut St

8,519 Sq. Ft.
$540 / Sq. Ft.
8,519
Sq. Ft.
$540
per Sq. Ft.

Description

In a desirable Weston neighborhood, this impressive 3.4±-acre country estate offers sylvan seclusion adjoining conservation land. Designed by architect Jan Gleysteen and constructed by Sanford Custom Builders, this Colonial Revival masterpiece is hallmarked by aesthetics, craftsmanship and amenities that exceed every expectation, and was featured in “Dream Homes New England”. Park-like landscape scenes open from its spacious wings. Creating a wonderful sense of harmony, the timelessly elegant design...In a desirable Weston neighborhood, this impressive 3.4±-acre country estate offers sylvan seclusion adjoining conservation land. Designed by architect Jan Gleysteen and constructed by Sanford Custom Builders, this Colonial Revival masterpiece is hallmarked by aesthetics, craftsmanship and amenities that exceed every expectation, and was featured in “Dream Homes New England”. Park-like landscape scenes open from its spacious wings. Creating a wonderful sense of harmony, the timelessly elegant design showcases bespoke millwork, 5 fireplaces, archways and octagon motifs. Soaring foyer enters 2-story living room opening to grand terrace. Showpiece kitchen has William Ohs cabinetry. Pavilion-like breakfast room adjoins family room. Paneled library. Five bedrooms include 1st-floor guest suite plus grand master suite with sitting room, sumptuous double bath, 2 adjacent studies. Lower-level media room, game room with bar, gym with sauna. Elevator to all levels, generator, 3-bay garage.
  1. Listed by George Ballantyne • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 85 Chestnut Street

Town
Weston
Area
MA-Weston
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
3
Open Parking Spaces
12.00
Parking Spaces Total
12
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 06:25 AM

Property Details for 85 Chestnut Street

StatusSold
MLS #71631560
Days on Market50
Taxes$72,671 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built2001
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, George Ballantyne

Sold By Compass, Rosemary McCready

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Building Information for 85 Chestnut Street

Stories-Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size3.40 AC / 147,991 SF

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$29,219 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$23,163

Property Taxes

$6,056

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 85 Chestnut Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 8519.0
  • Color: Taupe
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Weston
  • High School: Weston
  • Middle School: Weston
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Indoor Grill, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Second Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Num of Baths: 9.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 8
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 8.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet, Open Floor Plan, Walk-in Storage, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Steam / Sauna, Library, Entry Hall, Sitting Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Media Room, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar, French Doors, Intercom, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Wood
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 400.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior,French Doors,Dressing Room
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 20.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 378.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Balcony - Exterior,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 21.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 238.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 255.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 17.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Bidet,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 294.0
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 21.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 456.0
  • Family Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Length: 19.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 24.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 378.0
  • Kitchen Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller
  • Kitchen Length: 21.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 18.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 529.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Interior,French Doors,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 23.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Total area 15676 sq ft per assessment. 8519 of living area on 1st & 2nd levels. 2000 +sq ft of finished basement. Includes exercise room with four sets of walk out French doors,Game room with natural light and media room.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:031.0 L:0017 S:000.0,868183
  • Assessments: $5,860,600
  • Book: 35370
  • Lot: 0017
  • Map: 031
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 99999.0
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 85 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415436910

$4,600,000

+8.9% / yr

May 7, 2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71631560

$4,600,000
Mar 17, 2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71631560

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415436910

$4,600,000

+8.9% / yr

05/07/2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71631560

$4,600,000
03/17/2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71631560

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 85 Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,509,200Additions$3,979,800Total$5,489,000
Tax Record2025$60,928 ($5,077 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths9.5Total Finished SqFt7,794 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,794 SqFtStories2Lot Size147,991 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001CountyMIDDLESEXAPNWEST M:031.0 L:0017 S:000.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Chestnut Street

This home is within Weston School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Country Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Woodland Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Field Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Weston Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Weston
Weston
An exclusive pastoral community 12 miles west of Boston. A sought-after community surrounded by pastoral beauty, Weston has long been one of the state’s—and the nation’s—most exclusive zip codes. As many of the town’s elegant estates are surrounded by lush gardens, Weston has become home to those...

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, George Ballantyne

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