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42 Plain RdWayland, MA 01778

Middlesex County

$1,150,000List price
3Beds
2.5Baths
2,077Sq Ft
1940Year built
0.53Acre lot
0 days agoOn market

Description

The property you've been waiting for! Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape-style home (4-bedroom septic) combines classic New England charm with comfortable living spaces and a wonderful setting for everyday enjoyment. A bluestone stepping-stone walkway, flowering window boxes, established gardens, and freshly painted exterior (2026) create a warm and welcoming first impression. The sun-filled kitchen features a large picture window, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a convenient half bath. A charming Dutch door opens to a large outdoor patio, perfect for entertaining! The formal dining room offers a lovely bay window and built-ins, while the living room features a gas fireplace with a detailed mantle and a wall of custom cabinetry that includes built-in workspace. The family room is wrapped in windows creating a bright and airy atmosphere and has direct access to the backyard via sliding doors. The main level primary bedroom features a private en-suite bath and large closet, custom fitted. Two additional bedrooms on the upper level share a full bath and both bedrooms offer additional storage spaces beyond their closets. The lower level, with newly painted floors, higher ceilings, expansive storage and large brick fireplace is yours to create and make your own! Double door front shed great for storage. Sprawling, level backyard with perimeter fence, irrigation, designated garden area, mature landscaping, storage shed and fabulous sport court with basketball hoop complete this turn-key property. New 2023 roof, recent interior painting and carpet upgrades, Long list of inclusions including two portable AC units.Walking distance to elementary school, mill pond for fishing and winter skating, playground and sports fields or take the Rail Trail to the town center or Wayland Library. This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of Wayland's premier neighborhoods and enjoy all it has to offer!

Property Information

Property type
Residential
Sub-type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape
Year built
1940
Living area
2,077 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.53 acres
Parking spaces
5
Zoning
R30
Days on market
0
MLS® Listing#
73591165

Property Features

Interior
Walk-In Closet(s) · Pantry · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Master Downstairs
Exterior
Rain Gutters · Storage · Garden · Lighting
Appliances
Gas Water Heater · Water Heater · Range · Dishwasher · Microwave · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer
Cooling
Window Unit(s) · Other
Heating
Natural Gas · Baseboard
Flooring
Tile · Carpet · Hardwood
Fireplace
Living Room
Basement
Full · Interior Entry · Concrete
Parking
Paved · Off Street
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup · Washer Hookup · Sink · In Basement
Patio
Patio
Fencing
Fenced
Lot features
Corner Lot · Wooded · Level · Landscaped
Construction
Frame
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Shingle
Windows
Screens
Security
Security System
Other structures
Storage
Community
Pool · Tennis Court(s) · Golf
Sewer
Private Sewer
Water source
Public

Rooms

Main

  • Bathroom 15x3
  • Bathroom 212x6
  • Dining Room12x11
  • Family Room9x18
  • Kitchen16x7
  • Living Room15x24
  • Master Bedroom11x15

Second

  • Bathroom 39x6
  • Bedroom 211x14
  • Bedroom 315x14

Schools

Elementary
Claypit Hill
Middle
Wayland
High
Wayland

Financial Details

HOA
None
Annual taxes
$15,135Tax year 2026
Assessed value
$1,020,600
Parcel number
M:0024 B:0000 L:0140,860832

Directions

Concord Road to Plain Road

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Listing Courtesy: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty - 7818948282

Presented by: Tori MacDowell

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