Historic Sherman Hoar Guest House For Sale In Waltham

WALTHAM, MA — There are four houses on the market in Waltham that have an asking price of more than $1 million. The most expensive for sale currently? A $1.5 million mansion built in 1888. The Sherman Hoar House has actually been a guest house for the past seven decades and now it's for sale "as is." If a guest house isn't your jam, it's got 10 bedrooms (enough for all the in-laws to visit at once!). And - get this - it was once the home to a relative of Roger Sherman, who helped draft the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and Articles of the Confederation. But who hasn't wanted to run a guest house?

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• Address: 326 Lexington St, Waltham, Massachusetts
• Price: $1,500,000
• Square Feet: 5416
• Bedrooms: 10
• Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1888
• Features: Introducing the Sherman Hoar House, great grandson of Roger Sherman who was one of our founding fathers. This iconic property has been operational as the 1888 Guest House for the last 70 years. Step back in time to the home listed by the Massachusetts Historical Commission and designated in the National Register. The eclectic architecture of Shingle Style, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival come together in this majestic offering. While the period charm has been graciously preserved, modern convenience has been integrated to create a continuing viable business opportunity. Along with the 10 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 6 fireplaces, this property holds development potential for possible additional building lots. Sold as is. Pre-qualified buyers only.

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