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$1,995,000

Est. payment - /mo

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

5,114 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,114 sqft

Price per Sqft $390

Subdivision Historic Four Corners

MLS Listing ID 73566550

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N false

Year Built 1940

Annual Tax Amount $17,295

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 1.940 Acres

Acres 1.94

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

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.

Location

State MA

County Plymouth

Area South Hanover

Zoning Residence

Direction Route 3 to Exit 32 (Route 53). Follow Washington Street to #78. 4 Corners area near Mary Lou's News

Rooms

Family Room 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, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Breezeway

Basement Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete, Unfinished

Primary Bedroom Level Second

Dining Room Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding

Kitchen Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead

Interior

Interior Features 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 Hall, Home Office-Separate Entry, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Living Room

Appliance Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Laundry Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Storage, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature 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

Garage Spaces 7.0

Community Features Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Utilities Available for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Roof Type Shingle

Total Parking Spaces 24

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Gentle Sloping

Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Granite

Sewer Private Sewer

Water Public, Private

Architectural Style Victorian

Schools

Elementary Schools Center

Middle Schools Hanover Middle School

High Schools Hanover High

Others

Senior Community false

Acceptable Financing Contract

Listing Terms Contract

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Listed by David R. Delaney, Esq.

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78 Washington Street Hanover, MA 02339