Sometime between 1646 and 1648 King Charles I furnished a land grant for a 1,000-acre parcel to John Farrington in what’s now modern-day Dedham. Not a second too quickly, it seems, as he was executed the next 12 months, in January 1649.
The Farrington household settlement stays, nonetheless, at 769 East St., the oldest residence on the parcel. And though it’s been partially rebuilt as a result of a fireplace and renovated — hey, it’s greater than 300 years outdated — the house retains its vintage character and distinctive quirks.
The four-bed, two-bath residence has aged gracefully, with just below 3,500 sq. toes unfold over two ranges. Eight wood-burning fireplaces grace the house, however none extra particular than within the formal eating room — the unique kitchen hearth with an enormous fireside and beehive oven. In addition to an up to date kitchen with chrome steel home equipment, the principle residing degree additionally features a household room, fashionable front room, and workplace with beamed ceiling and wainscoting.
Upstairs, the house’s 4 spacious bedrooms share a shower with radiant warmth. In the attic, a sprawling 1,400 square-foot expanse is claimed to have been the positioning of a former schoolhouse, and will probably be completed right into a dreamy den. The residence’s decrease degree supplies infinite storage alternatives, together with a wine cellar for you oenophiles.
Charles I couldn’t have fathomed however 2022 households will recognize the proximity to public transportation and procuring at Dedham Center and Legacy Place.
Open home hours are 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday. For extra details about the house, contact the Merullo Peoples Team with Coldwell Banker, 339-223-6949.
Home Showcase:
Address: 769 East Street, Dedham, MA 02026
Bedrooms: 4
List Price: $925,000
Square toes: 3,456
Price per sq. foot: $268
Annual taxes: $11,310 in 2022
Location: Minutes from Legacy Place
Built in: 1695
The Appraisal:
Pros:
Storied vintage residence
Great location
Cons: May need some aesthetic updates
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
DEDHAM, MA – June 13: Home Showcase – 769 East Street on June 13, 2022 in Dedham, Massachusetts. (Photos By Drone Home Media/MediaInformation Group/Boston Herald)
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