Listing Proposal for 28 Centre Street DOVER

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Prepared By: Annie Bauman

January 18, 2026

Bill and Will Dean 28 Centre Street.

Dover, MA 02030

Dear Will & Bill:

Thank you for the opportunity to tour your family home and present this proposal. Since 1987, you have called 28 Centre Street home, so it is no small decision to begin the process of selling it. It is critical that the Realtor you choose to lead this sale is aligned with your goals, intimate with the current local market and is an expert and skilled advocate of your property. I am honored that The Bauman Group is included in this discussion and I look forward to meeting you both over Zoom to review this proposal.

This is an overview of my professional services, but should adequately describe my strategy in three parts:preparing the home, marketing the home and pricing the home. In addition, I will address a search strategy for your son’s next home as I understand that this move includes him.

28 Centre Street is a 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home with 5,778 square feet of living space on a private and pastoral acre on Dover’s north side. Built in 1955, the home went under a massive renovation that added a beautiful entryway/foyer, primary suite, sitting room and stunning light-filled second staircase. The eat-in kitchen with center island and vaulted ceiling leads to a new stone patio. Unlike a traditional center entrance colonial, 28 Centre Street is a home where a family can easily gather in multiple spaces and also enjoy private “edges” such as the first floor office and cozy step-down living room. The massive two-car garage and lower level offers awesome storage. The “almost full acre” in front of the property provides a natural sound barrier to Centre Street.

Preparing the Home for Sale

As mentioned, I am very conservative when suggesting pre-marketing preparations as most sellers are focused on investing time and resources in their next home! Your buyer will first be introduced to 28 Centre online and a listing has just one chance to be new. I want to capitalize on this critical window to create a dynamic virtual portfolio. This process requires the most heavy lifting on behalf of the seller, but my go-to-market process and team of professionals is a well oiled machine that delivers outstanding results every time.

Included in my fee is professional staging services I work with Valerie Cabrera of Pink Dot Staging. She is best described as a professional home “editor.” Once a seller has decided to engage The Bauman Group, I schedule Val’s first visit to the home We call this a “punch-list walk-through.” Val tours the home, room by room. I follow her and the seller, taking careful notes. After two loops through the home, a comprehensive punch list is formed. Delivered later that night via a handy google doc, it will describe everything that needs to happen in advance of picture day. If any handyman or contract work is required, this is highlighted as well.

Approximately 24 hours prior to the video/photo shoot Val returns She prepares each room so that it is optimized for photography. This may include her bringing paintings or textiles. She opts to use what a client already has when possible

Order title 5 inspection. Have water quality tested.

The town of Dover now requires that a new water quality test is done for every home that trades Technically, this is the buyer's responsibility However, if this gets pushed to the buyer it leaves them in control of results and may interfere with the deal I advise my sellers to take this on as the cost is minimal and should something present, they can mitigate this privately. As discussed, a title 5 septic inspection is required for all sales and should be done in advance of marketing when possible

My recommendation is to repair the garage doors in advance of listing The approach to the home via the long driveway is one of the property’s most distinct features Investing in the home’s “curb appeal” and first impression will deliver the highest ROI. As discussed, painting the patio fence and power washing the home would also be impactful

Marketing 28 Centre Street

Included in this proposal is a detailed description of how 28 Centre Street will be exposed across all media on behalf of my brokerage All of these action items are a consistent “drum beat” to ensure the listing is virtually front and center across all real estate portals. My goal in creating a stellar portfolio including SEO and AEO copy, photography, floor plan and video is for buyers to fully experience the property from their phone or desktop. Buyers should have every detail about the home at their fingertips in advance of visiting the home. This allows me to focus private showings and open houses on showcasing and selling the experience and lifestyle at 28 Centre Street.

The Bauman Group invests in weekly and monthly press/print exposure 28 Centre Street would be featured in all of these. They include: Dover Stroll Magazine (Second page ½ page ad.) Dover-Sherborn Hometown Weekly (Front page second fold bi-weekly) Needham Hometown Weekly (Above the fold quarter page) A professional video would be shot including social media reel clips that would run across all of our team’s Facebook/Linked In and Instagram channels. I would host a kick-off broker luncheon and invite the entire broker community to tour the listing

during its first week A 30/60/90 marketing plan would be submitted detailing a calendar of all marketing initiatives including an open house schedule would be our team’s first deliverable to you

Pricing 28 Centre Street

I would recommend listing 28 Centre Street between $1,995,000-$2,250,000. I came to this price recommendation by evaluating the last twelve months of Dover active, pending, sold and expired listings between 4000-6000 square feet The eleven comparative properties or “comps” featured in this report are by no means an exact match to yours. The activity and final sale price at these listings provide an indication of how the market will respond to 28 Centre Street

The market, as discussed, is undergoing a shift. Inventory levels have increased and although not saturated, Dover buyers have more options and this has resulted in a push back on prices and days on market. To be sure, ours is still an inventory scarce region. Interest rates dipped just under six last week which is encouraging as we move towards the spring market Still, it is critical that sellers study current competing inventory even more closely than past comparative sales when determining a compelling list price. I would work closely with you as we march towards a “launch date” and show you how the market has been behaving so we can establish a list price that is closely aligned with the market and delivers quality offers from ready,willing and able buyers.

Finding suitable housing for Jonathan

The Bauman Group will be listing 3 Riverside Terrace in Dover this quarter As mentioned, it is a rare Dover offering: a single family home for $599k. It is small–just 800 square feet. It is more like a cottage but it would keep him in Dover if he prefers to stay here Alternatively, I would initiate an official search for him to include single family homes in Millis, Natick, Sherborn, Dedham etc. The 600k-750k is tricky but not impossible. I would need to understand how the purchase would be financed as well This will ensure a focused "readiness" as the spring market heats up so we do not miss any opportunities

Will and Bill: this report is only an overview of my professional services but I am hopeful this proposal, along with our Zoom call will deliver a thorough understanding of how I would work with you to deliver an outstanding result.There will be questions! Do not hesitate to ask me anything about my services or process I very much look forward to the opportunity to work with you. I encourage you to reach out to any of the buyers/sellers included in my reference sheet should you like to hear from other past clients and their experience working with The Bauman Group

Warmly,

Annie Bauman

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

$2,600,000

List Price: $2,910,000 Days: 21

Sold Date: 09/15/2025

Original List Price: $2,910,000

Original Sold Price: $2,600,000

% of List Price: 89%

$/SQFT: $593

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Cape

Year Built: 1966

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $23,342

Tax Year: 2025

MLS #: 73401229

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover-Sherborn

High School: Dover-Sherborn

Kitchen: Countertops - Upgraded, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Cable Hookup, Wine Chiller, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringWall to Wall Carpet, BathroomDouble Vanity/Sink, Closet/CabinetsCustom Built, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Concrete

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Garage Door

Opener, Garage Faces Side, Total: 6

Fireplace: 2, Living Room

Heat: Oil, Radiant, Baseboard, Fireplace(s), Central Air

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

View: Scenic View(s)

Roof: Shake

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$2,600,000

List Price: $2,910,000 Days: 21

Sold Date: 09/15/2025

Original List Price: $2,910,000

Original Sold Price: $2,600,000

% of List Price: 89%

$/SQFT: $593

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

182 Dedham St, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Classic Royal Barry Wills Cape nestled on 3+ acres has timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and exceptional privacy down its long tree-lined driveway. This beautifully designed cape with renovated chef's kitchen (large center island) opens to a sun-filled family room with cathedral ceiling/ skylights, custom built-ins, wet bar, hardwood floors, and glass doors to bluestone patio with garden views. Spacious dining room with classic pocket doors, corner built-in, and bay window. An inviting living room, fireplace, custom built-ins, and access to both the stone patio and a charming screened porch. First floor primary suite, a peaceful retreat, two walk-in closets, spa bath with radiant heat floors. A paneled library, second fireplace, built-ins perfect for home office or cozy winter nights. Second floor has 3 good size bedrooms and potential home office/dressing rm, full bath. Lower level has a rec room and plenty of storage. Two car attached garage. Come visit this extraordinary home.

$2,300,000

List Price: $2,450,000 Days: 51

Sold Date: 03/10/2025

Original List Price: $2,450,000

Original Sold Price: $2,300,000

% of List Price: 94%

$/SQFT: $433

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1980

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $24,522

Tax Year: 2024

MLS #: 73324100

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover-Sherborn

High School: Dover-Sherborn

Kitchen: Countertops - Stone/ Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Stainless Steel Appliances, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Gas Stove, CabinetsUpgraded, Lighting - Pendant

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringHardwood, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Garage: 3, Attached Garage

Parking: Attached, Total: 10, Off Street

Fireplace: 6, Living Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Heat: Oil, Heat Pump, Forced Air, Fireplace, Central Air

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

View: Scenic View(s)

Waterfront: Pond, Waterfront

Roof: Shingle

Pool: Pool - Inground Heated

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$2,300,000

List Price: $2,450,000 Days: 51

Sold Date: 03/10/2025

Original List Price: $2,450,000

Original Sold Price: $2,300,000

% of List Price: 94%

$/SQFT: $433

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

138 Pine St, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

WATERFRONT Colonial w/heated pool on 5.77 acres offers privacy & picturesque views of Hale's Pond! Front to back foyer welcomes you to the sun filled interior of this gracious 4BR 3/3BA home w/6 fireplaces. The recently renovated eat-in stainless & granite kitchen opens to a wonderful sunroom w/sliders overlooking the gardens & pond. An expansive dining room, cozy den, fabulous family room, formal living room, 2 powder rooms & mudroom complete the 1st floor. On the 2nd floor the primary bedroom boasts a gas fireplace, walk-in closet, bath with separate shower & tub; ensuite guest room w/bath & fireplace, 2 add'l bedrooms w/Jack & Jill bath. A.mazing walkout lower level offers a game room w/gas FP & glass doors to the patio, built-in bar for entertaining, exercise room, half bath, laundry & storage. Attached 3 car garage, henhouse. 2021 roof, 2024 heat pumps & cooling. The charming town of Dover is 15 miles SW of Boston, enjoys a low tax rate & top school system.

E X P I R E D

$2,179,000

List Price: $2,179,000 Days: 78

Original List Price: $2,279,000

$/SQFT: $401

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1996

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $20,888

Tax Year: 2025

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover-Sherborn

High School: Dover-Sherborn

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Open Floorplan

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringHardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Garage: 3, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Total: 6

Fireplace: 2, Living Room, Family Room

Heat: Forced Air, Oil, Electric, Central, Baseboard, Central Air

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Bamboo, Flooring - Hardwood, FlooringWood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

E X P I R E D

$2,179,000

List Price: $2,179,000 Days: 78

Original List Price: $2,279,000

$/SQFT: $401

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

C o m p a r a b l e #

3

153 Walpole St, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Privately set on nearly 3 acres, this exceptional 4-bed/3.5-bath Colonial offers over 5,400 sq ft of living space with a blend of timeless elegance and modern updates. The chef’s kitchen features granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a spacious island opening to a dramatic family room with cathedral ceilings, skylights, and a stone fireplace. French doors, hardwood floors, and custom millwork enhance the formal dining and living rooms, office, and sun-filled loft. The luxurious primary suite includes dual walk-in closets and a spa-like bath featuring elegant double vanity with quartz countertops and Jacuzzi Soaking Tub. Three additional bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the second floor. Brand new third floor features an office, full bath and a spacious bonus room ideal as an additional bedroom. Enjoy a finished walk-out lower level, central A/C, and a 3-car garage with electric car charger. Convenient to Dover Center, scenic trails, and top-rated Dover-Sherborn schools.

E N D I N G

$2,097,000

List Price: $2,097,000 Days: 64

Original List Price: $2,185,000

$/SQFT: $357

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1980

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $20,210

Tax Year: 2025

SQFT Details: Above Fin. 4,746 Below Fin. 1,133 Total SQFT 5,879

MLS #: 73438810

Community: Donnelly Estates

Subdivision: Donnelly Estates

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dsms

High School: Dshs

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Open Floorplan

Main: Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Laminate, Dressing Room, Skylight

Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Garage: 3, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 10

Fireplace: 3, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Family Room

Heat: Electric Baseboard, Oil, Heat Pump, Hydro Air, Central Air, 3 or More

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Carpet, FlooringHardwood

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

P E N D I N G

$2,097,000

List Price: $2,097,000 Days: 64

Original List Price: $2,185,000

$/SQFT: $357

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

C o m p a r a b l

e # 4

2 Partridge Hill Rd, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Meticulously updated and maintained Colonial in Dover’s sought-after Donnelly Estates. Set on 2.42 acres of landscaped grounds, this near 6000 sqft home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, and a 3-car garage. Features include heat pump for hydro heating, central AC and new roof (2023), water heater (2019). Two primary bedrooms each with ensuite bath, wet bar and slider in the family room, 3 wood-burning fireplaces, and a finished walk-out lower level with a large cedar closet, and abundant storage. Fresh paint and repointed walkways and patios (2025) add to its turn-key appeal. Bluestone patio overlooks a private backyard with room for outdoor entertaining. Within close proximity to the top-ranked Dover-Sherborn Middle and High Schools. Convenient to Dover Center shops, and the Noanet Woodlands and Powisset Farm area. A rare blend of comfort and careful maintenance in one of Dover’s most established neighborhoods.

$1,955,000

List Price: $1,995,000 Days: 71

Sold Date: 01/14/2026

Original List Price: $2,050,000

Original Sold Price: $1,955,000

% of List Price: 98%

$/SQFT: $462

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN *SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial, Contemporary

Year Built: 2018

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $20,254

Tax Year: 2025

SQFT Details: Above Fin. 4,234 Total SQFT 4,234

MLS #: 73434934

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Ds

High School: Ds

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringHardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Unfinished

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 5

Fireplace: 1, Family Room

Heat: Forced Air, Propane, Central Air

Fuel: Solar

Floors: Tile, Marble, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,955,000

List Price: $1,995,000 Days: 71

Sold Date: 01/14/2026

Original List Price: $2,050,000

Original Sold Price: $1,955,000

% of List Price: 98%

$/SQFT: $462

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

C o m p a r a b l e # 5

8 Normandie Rd, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Discover 8 Normandie Rd, a modern Colonial in the heart of Dover. Built in 2018, this 4,234 SF home lives large and blends timeless architecture with forward-thinking design. Inside, find spacious, light-filled interiors enhanced by custom finishes. The first floor features an open concept kitchen and family room, dining room, living room, dedicated office and mudroom with powder room. On the second floor, find two generously sized ensuite bedrooms including a gracious primary overlooking the backyard. Additionally there is a fabulous sitting room perfect for a library or homework room, plus a bonus room, full bath and large laundry room with sink. The walk-up third floor is great flex space with showered bath. Energyefficient features, including solar panels, reflect a thoughtful approach to modern living. Nestled in a serene neighborhood a walk to town center, this turnkey property offers the perfect combination of elegance, comfort, and convenience. MA's #1 school district!

S O L D

$1,950,000

List Price: $2,150,000 Days: 30

Sold Date: 06/30/2025

Original List Price: $2,295,000

Original Sold Price: $1,950,000

% of List Price: 91%

$/SQFT: $380

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN *SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Cape

Year Built: 1987

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $14,978

Tax Year: 2025

MLS #: 73366118

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover Sherborn

High School: Dover Sherborn

Kitchen: Countertops - Stone/ Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, FlooringStone/Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Gas Stove, French Doors, Lighting - Pendant

Main: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, BathroomDouble Vanity/Sink, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Bulkhead, Finished

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Paved Drive, Paved, Total: 4, Attached

Fireplace: 3, Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen

Heat: Forced Air, Oil, Central Air

Floors: Hardwood, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,950,000

List Price: $2,150,000 Days: 30

Sold Date: 06/30/2025

Original List Price: $2,295,000

Original Sold Price: $1,950,000

% of List Price: 91%

$/SQFT: $380

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

3 Main St, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Beautifully sited on the historic section of Main Street, this charming, oversized Cape is ideally located just minutes from Wellesley & Needham Centers yet a short walk to the stunning conservation lands of Springdale Field and Pegan Hill. A large open foyer leads to sophisticated living and dining spaces, light-drenched and framed by floor to ceiling windows and hardwood floors. The eat-in kitchen connects to an inviting family room with built-ins and a beautiful sunroom opening to a patio and expansive private yard. Upstairs, you will find four generous bedrooms, including a serene primary suite, plus a spacious bonus room over the garage perfect for media or play. A large basement offers endless potential for recreation and ample storage. Set on a private, lush acre with mature plantings and abundant flat space, this home blends timeless appeal with an unbeatable Dover location. This is an exceptional offering!

$1,899,000

List Price: $1,899,000 Days: 73

Original List Price: $1,950,000

$/SQFT: $361

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Property Type: Residential Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 2001

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $19,409

Tax Year: 2025

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover Sherborn

High School: Dshs

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringHardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Tray Ceiling(s)

Basement: Full, Garage Access, Interior Entry

Garage: 3, Attached Garage

Parking: Paved Drive, Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Total: 5

Fireplace: 1, Living Room

Heat: Oil, Baseboard, Central Air

Fuel: Thermostat

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

E M P O F F M A R K E T

$1,899,000

List Price: $1,899,000 Days: 73

Original List Price: $1,950,000

$/SQFT: $361

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

62 Walpole St, Dover, MA 02030

This move-in ready home is ideally suited to YOUR lifestyle. Set on an elevated acre, the property is adjacent to vast conservation land offering privacy, a stunning natural backdrop and access to the Noanet Woodlands trails. Step inside to a spacious, sunlit home and invite everyone over! Polished hardwoods throughout and an open floorplan are ideal for entertaining & an oversized family room is perfect for movie nights, holidays or game day gatherings. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with top-of-theline appliances and a center island. Hybrid work schedule? The quiet main floor study promises peak productivity. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private haven with spa-like bath, and 3 additional roomy bedrooms provide respite for all. A finished third floor with full bath makes a great art studio, kids playroom or guest space. You'll find a finished basement and a three-bay garage for all your cars and gear. Pristine home, beautiful setting, top rated schools and Dover lifestyle await!

$1,825,000

List Price: $1,799,000 Days: 6

Sold Date: 08/06/2025

Original List Price: $1,799,000

Original Sold Price: $1,825,000

% of List Price: 101%

$/SQFT: $425

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Contemporary

Year Built: 1980

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $15,380

Tax Year: 2025

MLS #: 73391226

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover-Sherborn

High School: Dover-Sherborn

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Skylight, Lighting - Pendant, Open Floorplan

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringWood, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Total: 8

Fireplace: 2, Master Bedroom, Family Room

Heat: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Central Air Fuel: Thermostat

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Carpet

View: Scenic View(s)

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,825,000

List Price: $1,799,000 Days: 6

Sold Date: 08/06/2025

Original List Price: $1,799,000

Original Sold Price: $1,825,000

% of List Price: 101%

$/SQFT: $425

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

26 Donnelly Dr, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Proudly presenting this beautiful 5 bdrm, 3.5-bth home, ideally situated in one of Dover’s most desirable and centrally located neighborhoods. Nestled on a 2.2-acre lot, this 4,200 sq ft residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, allure, privacy and convenience; moments from top-rated schools and other town amenities yet set in a quiet enclave w/ underground utilities and mature landscaping. Thoughtfully designed open layout with comfortable living areas; perfect for everyday living/entertaining. French doors throughout provide the flexibility to create quiet retreats, section off spaces as desired. Oak hard woods with custom area rugs. Kitchen overlooks family room with wood burning fireplace. Butler's door opens to dining room which seamlessly flows to living room. Main floor primary ensuite and 2 additional bdrms with a shared full bth. 2nd fl 2 beds full bath. Finished basement: gym, office, entertainment space. New heating system, roof 2017, irrigation, whole house generator.

$1,750,000

List Price: $1,850,000 Days: 53

Sold Date: 08/28/2025

Original List Price: $1,945,000

Original Sold Price: $1,750,000

% of List Price: 95%

$/SQFT: $325

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

8 Pleasant Street, Dover, MA 02030

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Cape

Year Built: 1989

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $21,612

Tax Year: 2025

MLS #: 73387850

Elementary School: Chickering Elem

Middle School: Dover Sher Mid

High School: Dover Sher High

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Pantry

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringWall to Wall Carpet, Closet/CabinetsCustom Built, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/ Box, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Interior Entry, Concrete

Garage: 5, Attached Garage

Parking: Stone/Gravel, Off Street, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 7, Barn

Fireplace: 4, Living Room, Family Room

Heat: Forced Air, Oil, Propane, Fireplace, Central Air

Fuel: Thermostat

Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,750,000

List Price: $1,850,000 Days: 53

Sold Date: 08/28/2025

Original List Price: $1,945,000

Original Sold Price: $1,750,000

% of List Price: 95%

$/SQFT: $325

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

C o m p a r a b l e # 9

8 Pleasant Street, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Set back this spacious home is privately set on over 2 acres with a newer full two story barn and ready for your personal touches. The open floor plan is perfect for those that need a first floor primary or guest suite. The large eat in kitchen with breakfast room, wet bar all opens to the fireplace family room with views of the back yard, outdoor fireplace, deck and patio. The large front entry way with two story ceiling height and skylights leads you to the formal sitting area, dining room and fireplace office/library with builtins. The back area has the mudroom, 2nd powder room and access to the 3 car garage. Second floor hosts a front and back staircase, three additional ensuite bedrooms, laundry, office and a great space to enjoy with the bonus room. The outdoor barn hosts a work shop and office or studio with fireplace. Close to Wellesley, Needham & S. Natick with easy access to commuter rail, tennis courts, trails & countless amenities. Offers a peaceful retreat and inlaw pot.

$1,700,000

List Price: $1,899,000 Days: 150

Sold Date: 10/17/2025

Original List Price: $2,350,000

Original Sold Price: $1,700,000

% of List Price: 90%

$/SQFT: $351

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1997

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $25,007

MLS #: 73362220

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover/Sherborn

High School: Dover/Sherborn

Kitchen: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Skylight, Open Floorplan

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringWall to Wall Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Total: 4, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener

Fireplace: 1, Family Room

Heat: Forced Air, Oil, Baseboard, Central Air

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,700,000

List Price: $1,899,000 Days: 150

Sold Date: 10/17/2025

Original List Price: $2,350,000

Original Sold Price: $1,700,000

% of List Price: 90%

$/SQFT: $351

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN *SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

5 Powissett St, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Outstanding opportunity in Dover- Stately four/five bedroom residence handsomely sited on two acres offering access to walking trails in Noanet Woods and many significant updates. This custom designed home offers an open, thoughtful floor plan well suited for recreation and wonderful entertaining. The first level features beautiful elm wood floors in the formal living room, dining room areas along with wainscoting and French doors leading into the gourmet kitchen with expansive dining area and a light filled family room with cathedral ceiling, fireplace and sliders to the patio. Second level features 4 bedrooms, w/wonderful primary suite with a spacious walk in closet and full bath. The lower walk-out level with au-pair or in-law suite with wet bar, exercise area and full bath, spacious workshop and ample storage. Second entrance leads to a private home office above the 2 car garage. A bluestone patio leads to a large and level back yard with access to trails.

$1,657,000

List Price: $1,650,000 Days: 19

Sold Date: 10/16/2025

Original List Price: $1,650,000

Original Sold Price: $1,657,000

% of List Price: 100%

$/SQFT: $401

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

Property Type: Residential

Building Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1967

County: Norfolk County

Tax Amount: $15,380

Tax Year: 2025

MLS #: 73427724

Elementary School: Chickering

Middle School: Dover-Sherborn

High School: Dover-Sherborn

Kitchen: Countertops - Stone/ Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Stainless Steel Appliances, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture

Main: Bathroom - Full, FlooringHardwood, Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Garage: 2, Attached Garage

Parking: Off Street, Paved Drive, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Total: 6

Fireplace: 3, Living Room, Family Room

Heat: Oil, Heat Pump, Baseboard, Central Air

Floors: Tile, Hardwood, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Roof: Shingle

Senior Community: No

S O L D

$1,657,000

List Price: $1,650,000 Days: 19

Sold Date: 10/16/2025

Original List Price: $1,650,000

Original Sold Price: $1,657,000

% of List Price: 100%

$/SQFT: $401

Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

Knollwood Drive, Dover, MA 02030

R e m a r k s

Location, location, location! Wonderful 4BR 2.5BA Colonial privately set in a popular Dover neighborhood w/sidewalk access to Dover’s town center, new Caryl Community Center, library, Caryl Park, Noanet Woodlands & Chickering School. The seamless floorplan offers the perfect flow for entertaining both inside & out. Kitchen w/stainless appliances, quartz countertops & views of the gorgeous backyard; cozy fireplaced family room, home office, formal dining room, fireplaced living room & amazing 4 season sun room. Four bedrooms on the 2nd level which includes the beautiful primary w/cathedral ceiling, walk in closet & bath; 3 generous bedrooms & family bath. Finished lower level has flexible space for playroom & hobbies. The private backyard oasis boasts 3 inviting patios, deck & water feature w/ stunning landscaping throughout the property. Attached 2 car garage, storage shed. Needham commuter train 3 mi, Wellesley 5 mi. 2018 roof. Dover-Sherborn High School was just voted #1 in MA again!

$/Lot Acre$0.00$780,781$398,614$728,763$866,529$4,250,000

Tax Amount-$23,342$24,522$20,888$20,210$20,254

Tax Year-20252024202520252025

Building Style-CapeColonialColonialColonialColonial, Contemporary

Fireplace-2, Living Room 6, Living Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Living Room, Family Room 3, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Family Room 1, Family Room

Kitchen-

CountertopsUpgraded, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Cable Hookup, Wine Chiller, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Remodeled

CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Stainless Steel Appliances, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Gas Stove, CabinetsUpgraded, LightingPendant

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Open Floorplan

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, LightingPendant, Open Floorplan

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, LightingPendant

Basement-

Parking-

Floors-

Heat/AC-

Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Concrete

Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Total: 6

Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, FlooringWall to Wall Carpet, FlooringStone/Ceramic Tile

Full, Partially Finished, WalkOut Access, Interior Entry

Attached, Total: 10, Off Street

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

Oil, Radiant, Baseboard, Fireplace(s), Central Air Oil, Heat Pump, Forced Air, Fireplace, Central Air

Full, Partially Finished, WalkOut Access, Interior Entry

Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Total: 6

Tile, Hardwood, Bamboo, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile

Finished, Walk-Out AccessFull, Unfinished

Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 10

Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Carpet, FlooringHardwood

Forced Air, Oil, Electric, Central, Baseboard, Central Air Electric Baseboard, Oil, Heat Pump, Hydro Air, Central Air, 3 or More

Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 5

Tile, Marble, Engineered Hardwood, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile

Forced Air, Propane, Central Air

Fuel-----Solar

Roof-ShakeShingleShingleShingleShingle

PoolPool - Inground Heated

View-Scenic View(s)Scenic View(s)--Waterfront--Pond, Waterfront--County-Norfolk CountyNorfolk CountyNorfolk CountyNorfolk CountyNorfolk County Community----Donnelly EstatesSubdivision----Donnelly EstatesSchool DistrictDover-Sherborn-----

Elementary SchoolChickeringChickeringChickeringChickeringChickeringChickering

Middle SchoolD/S Middle SchoolDover-SherbornDover-SherbornDover-SherbornDsmsDs

High SchoolDover-SherbornDover-SherbornDover-SherbornDover-SherbornDshsDs

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

$/SqFt-$380$361$425$325$351

$/Lot Acre$0.00$1,950,000$1,843,689$829,545$774,336$850,000

Tax Amount-$14,978$19,409$15,380$21,612$25,007

3, Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen 1, Living Room

Master Bedroom, Family Room 4, Living Room, Family Room1, Family Room

Kitchen-

CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Gas Stove, French Doors, LightingPendant

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Skylight, LightingPendant, Open Floorplan

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, DeckExterior, Exterior Access, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Pantry

FlooringHardwood, CountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Closet/ Cabinets - Custom Built, Skylight, Open Floorplan

Basement-Bulkhead, Finished

Full, Garage Access, Interior Entry

Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Interior Entry, Concrete

Full, Partially Finished, WalkOut Access, Interior Entry

Garage-2, Attached Garage 3, Attached Garage 2, Attached Garage 5, Attached Garage 2, Attached Garage

Parking-

Floors-

Paved Drive, Paved, Total: 4, Attached

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

Paved Drive, Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Total: 5

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

Heat/AC-Forced Air, Oil, Central Air Oil, Baseboard, Central Air

Paved Drive, Paved, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Total: 8

Tile, Hardwood, Carpet

Natural Gas, Baseboard, Central Air

Stone/Gravel, Off Street, Paved, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Total: 7, Barn

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

Forced Air, Oil, Propane, Fireplace, Central Air

Off Street, Paved Drive, Paved, Total: 4, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener

Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Forced Air, Oil, Baseboard, Central Air Fuel--ThermostatThermostatThermostat-

View---Scenic View(s)--

Status-Sold

MLS #-73427724

Property TypeSingle-FamilyResidential Bedrooms54

Bathrooms4.002.50

Bathroom Details- Full Bath 3 - 1/2 Bath 1Sqft*5,7784,133

Living Area-4,133

Lot Acres1.95 Acres1.03 Acres Year Built19551967

Days on Market-19

List Price-$1,650,000

Sold Date-10/16/2025

Original List Price-$1,650,000

Pre-Adjusted Price-$1,657,000

Sold Price-$1,657,000

% Of List Price-100%

$/SqFt-$401

$/Lot Acre$0.00$1,608,738

Tax Amount-$15,380

Tax Year-2025

Building Style-Colonial

Fireplace-3, Living Room, Family Room

KitchenCountertopsStone/Granite/ Solid, Dining Area, Stainless Steel Appliances, Flooring - Stone/ Ceramic Tile, Window(s)Picture

BasementFull, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Garage-2, Attached Garage

ParkingOff Street, Paved Drive, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Total: 6

FloorsTile, Hardwood, FlooringHardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Heat/ACOil, Heat Pump, Baseboard, Central Air

Fuel

Roof-Shingle

Pool

View

Waterfront

County-Norfolk County

Community

Subdivision

School DistrictDover-SherbornElementary SchoolChickeringChickering

Middle SchoolD/S Middle SchoolDover-Sherborn

High SchoolDover-SherbornDover-Sherborn

*SQFT = Total Combined Square Feet

MarketingProposal

Doingmoreisour distinction.

28 CENTRE STREET

DOVER, MA, 0 20 30

PRESENTED BY ANNIE BAUMAN

Don? t just get it on themarket.Get it the attentionit

deserves

We believe that all properties deserve exceptional marketing Our dedicated marketing department will collaborate with your listing agent to develop a tailored marketing plan that showcases your property through a local, national, and global lens. We leverage professional photography and video, print, digital and social media marketing, advertising, and public relations to maximize the exposure of your listing

MarketingTimeline

PRIOR TO MLS LAUNCH

- Prepare 28 Centre Street for sale

- Schedule photo shoot

- Professional photography

- Property video and/or 3D virtual tour

- Floor plans

- Install ?For Sale?signage on property

- Create and finalize marketing collateral

WEEK OF MLS LAUNCH

- Submit 28 Centre Street to MLS to reach the brokerage community

- Property will be displayed on gibsonsothebysrealty.com and sothebysrealty.com

- Property will be syndicated to more than 30 international websites and will be marketed on more than 100 local Sotheby?s International Realty®websites

- Introduce the property to the local brokerage community via email campaign

- Listing agent to introduce the property via email,social media,and calls to sphere of influence

- Launch a digital ad campaign or mail a postcard to reach a targeted audience of potential buyers

ONGOING

- Host public and broker open houses and conduct private showings

- Showcase 28 Centre Street in office window displays

- Showcase property in offices via Apple TVapp

- Showcase the property on GSIR?s social media channels,reaching 15K followers collectively

- Feature property in monthly Luxury Collection campaign

- Feature property in monthly eNewsletter sent to sphere of influence

- Consider digital and/or print advertising opportunities

- Listing agent to provide data on the web traffic and the number of showings

Photography

The art of marketing your home begins with brilliant photography. Gibson Sotheby?s International Realty follows strict standards that guarantee the best images of your home are distributed worldwide. To elevate the consumer experience, I also offer video, 3D tours, drone photography, and floor plans.

Brochures

Our professionally printed multi-page property brochures highlight key details of your home with beautiful high-resolution photography

Email Marketing

Through tailored email campaigns, I will introduce your home to the Gibson Sotheby?s International Realty agent network, the local brokerage community, and my sphere of influence.

Social Media Exposure

I will introduce your home and promote upcoming open houses across my social media channels with elevated social media graphics, high resolution photography, and videography

Digital Ad Campaign via Boost

I will launch a 14-day social and digital advertising campaign to drive awareness and web traffic The campaign will run on Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, and over 1,000 popular websites including HGTV, Realtor com, CNN, NYT, Google, The Weather Channel,and more

Direct Mail

I will mail 150 direct mail postcards to a targeted list of prospective buyers

Luxury Collection Campaign

The Luxury Collection is a monthly social media and email campaign designed to drive traffic to our finest collection of properties on gibsonsothebysrealty com, increasing exposure for your home.

Online Presence

Your property will be displayed on our localized website, gibsonsothebysrealty com and on the award-winning sothebysrealty com website Recently enhanced, sothebysrealty com is now in 14 languages/dialects and half of all site traffic comes from outside the United States, giving your listing a true competitive advantage

Property Syndication

Once a home is showcased on sothebysrealty com, it is syndicated to more than 30 international websites that are leaders in their categories and markets, and will also be marketed on more than 100 local Sotheby?s International Realty®websites

Window Display

Your home will be prominently displayed in our office window display, capturing optimal foot traffic. Please note, displays are not available at all office locations

Advertising Opportunities

Our cooperative advertising program provides access to an array of print and digital options to advertise your home. This program leverages high-profile, global media partners and offers targeted reach and vast worldwide exposure Please inquire for details

Displayed via Apple TV app

Our innovative Apple TV app displays a rotation of properties on the big-screen in our offices

Property

Performance

Through ListTrac, Sotheby?s International Realty?s® property reporting suite, you?ll see the results as they unfold I will provide data on the web traffic for your listing and the number of showings This helps steer the sales strategy along the way and guide informed decisions

ComparativeMarket Analysis

About AnnieBauman

Known as a faithful advisor, tireless advocate, fearless negotiator and constant professional, Annie embraces and delights in the dynamic nature of her career She partners with her clients to map a pathway to success, always sensitive to each client?s unique circumstances and reasons behind their decision to buy or sell a home

Whether first time home buyers, investors, downsizers or relocation clients, Annie caters to a wide variety of clients With skill and sensitivity, she can develop an action plan and go to market strategy for a family?s estate or help a young buyer win in a hyper competitive market. A student of the market, she is the ?boots on the ground?expert that clients rely on to make sound decisions about their most important asset,their home

Named one of Boston Magazine?s TOP PRODUCERS in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 and included in Real Trends America?s Best List, 2021-2025, Annie is recognized as a sales leader in Dover and surrounding Metrowest towns She is a graduate of ?stop selling, start serving? Ninja Sales Academy In addition, Annie participates in Sotheby?s national networking conferences to expand her contacts in Boston feeder markets and connect her clients to exceptional agents when buying out of state In 2022, Annie founded The Bauman Group in order to meet growing client demand and maintain the highest level of service

Wife of 20+ years to husband Kevin and Mom to Sam (20), Audrey (20), Ruthie (15), and pooch Monty Annie is a longtime book club member and avid reader Doubles tennis is her go-to stress reliever She loves to cook and loves to trade recipes and book recs with friends.

REALTOR®

617510 4994 | Annie Bauman@GibsonSIR com | groupbauman com 936 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

ComparativeMarket Analysis

About CarrieTarrant

As Operations Manager for The Bauman Group, Carrie Tarrant ensures every detail of the home-selling process runs smoothly from start to finish Working behind the scenes and alongside The Bauman Group agents, Carrie coordinates marketing,logistics,and communication - so that your home receives the attention,strategy,and precision it deserves

A licensed Realtor and experienced real estate professional, Carrie brings both real estate expertise and business acumen to every transaction. Carrie holds an MBA from Vanderbilt University and a B.A. from Colgate University. A Wellesley resident,she is active in her community where she lives with her husband and three children

With her strong organizational skills, marketing insight, and dedication to client care, Carrie helps ensure a smooth, strategic,and successful outcome from start to finish

Operations Manager 917539 6255 | CarrieTarrant@GibsonSIR com| groupbauman com 936 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

ANNIE BAUMAN

Client TestimonialHighlights

"Annie was an absolute pleasure to work with! She was tremendously helpful in all aspects of our sale Annie was always a complete professional that became a trusted friend She has a vast knowledge of the area and was the voice of reason throughout the process Annie is honest,hardworking,and always had my best interest in mind I won't hesitate to turn to her for future real estate needs?

? Kim M

?Annie was absolutely fantastic to work with! Right from the start,Annie took the time to get to know our family and the story of our home and used that information to create the perfect listing.From the first time we met with her to our closing day,Annie was professional,reliable, and transparent about every step of the process She was extremely communicative and easy to reach to answer any of our questions at all times,and as first-time sellers,there were many. Annie has a fantastic team supporting her,and together they made the process of prepping, listing,and ultimately selling our home while living 3 hours away incredibly easy! I would highly recommend Annie to anyone looking for a realtor!?

? Kim H.

"Annie was terrific! She had a commanding knowledge of the area, was always professional, and was easy to work with She was patient with my parents, who were new to the area, and genuinely listened to what their needs were I'm happy to say their new home met all that was on their checklist and more.We highly recommend Annie!?

? PP

?Annie is fabulous! Within three days of our house being on the market,we accepted an offer! Annie always made us feel that she had time for us,no matter how many questions we had for her and she was incredibly responsive The level of personal care and attention was evident from the outset in everything that Annie did.Anyone that we met through Annie,such as the videographer or floor plan designer,was just as lovely to work with We sold our house in the middle of the pandemic and we are so glad we had Annie on our side!"

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TOTA L SA L ES VOLUM E

$69,882,000

AVERAGE SA L ES PRI CE

$1,935,114

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2020,2021,2022 2023,2024& 2025 BostonMagazine?s TopProducer List

2021,2022,2023, 2024& 2025 RealTrendsAmerica?s Best List

Source: MLSPin,Off-Market transactions

This year,The Bauman Group (TBG) has the honor of being inducted into Club XV,an exclusive group of top-performing real estate associates at Gibson Sotheby?s International Realty.Club XVrecognizes exceptional achievements in sales and celebrates those who consistently push the boundaries of what?s possible in the industry

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ON RECORD

November2025

GreetingsfromAnnieBauman, PrincipalofTheBaumanGroup

This is the 27th edition of On Record and tbh, it was never meant to sell houses Instead, I wanted to send a monthly ?Hello!?and ?How are you??to cherished clients past and present I want people to know that I'm thinking of them and their kids and their dogs because I am! Creating original and useful content every 30 days requires a put-your-phone-on-vibrate disciplined hunkering down But by carefully vetting what matters to us when we?re not selling real estate has resulted in this delightful on-going dialogue with almost 1000 subscribers Stacking the newsletter with designer-approved Ben Moore paint colors and local women-owned businesses is our lofty but heartfelt attempt to be of service to readers who are like everyone,digitally inundated Also, sharing what we think is smart, or funny or worthy is an opportunity to be known and trusted. Finally, it?s a chance to say again and again, thanks.We?re so grateful for you.

? Annie

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THE BAUMAN GROUP'S MARKET ACTIVITY

New Listing in Wellesley The Bristol, Unit 208 Offered for $3,425,000

Just Sold in Lincoln 236 Lincoln Road Sold for $4,100,000 Buyer Represented by Julie Newman

Price Improvement in Needham 97 Great Plain Avenue Offered for $2,195,000

THE BAUMAN GROUP RECEIVES JOEY AWARD

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Credit friend @blingking71, skilled therapist and artist who covered office walls with this pretty color

Spectacular setting for 3 days of learning and networking with Sotheby?s leaders from across the globe Sotheby agents are envelope pushers They have insatiable appetites for improving their businesses and exceeding client expectations.I love pulling out of my day to day for this event to break bread,play pickle and celebrate with these rock stars I return inspired and excited

THE BAUMAN GROUP RECOMMENDS

Reading

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People

More Than They Expect by Will Guidara

The Rest of Our Lives by Ben Markovits

Watching

The American Revolution (PBS)

Happy Christmas

Sacramento

Making

Brussel Sprout Salad with Pomegranate and Pistachios by Sheela Prakash

Cranberry Paloma by Gabby Romero

Listening

Things Bakers Know

The Uncool: A Memoir by Cameron Crowe

Shopping

Premier Cru Chablis by Kirkland

Custom Banner

Owl Pin

2026 Wall Calendar

Doing

Boston Design Center?s First Holiday Market

America?s Test Kitchen ?Live?in Boston

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HomebuyersEnter2026withMorePower,Uncertainty

Massachusetts homebuyers will have more power in 2026,but concerns about the job market could minimize the impact, experts predict

Toward the end of 2025,Massachusetts began to see inventory levels increase slightly across the state,especially in the Boston metropolitan area

According to data compiled by economists at the brokerage Redfin,while new listings were dropping across the nation, Boston saw a 10 2 percent increase in the combined total of single-family and condo listings on the market It was the largest gain among the 50 most populous U S metros for the four weeks ending Dec 7,Redfin data shows

The rising inventory can partly be attributed to sellers realizing the current mortgage interest rate environment is a ?new normal,?said Massachusetts Association of Realtors 2026 President Kristen Keegan

?I think people that were on the fence about whether or not to buy and whether or not to sell are saying this price range,this interest rate is pretty normal for today?s market ?I think that as people become more comfortable with our new normal, we?re starting to see more buyers and more sellers willing to make that move It was tough for a while,because so many people refinanced and purchased during COVID.?

Sellers Still Outnumber Buyers ? Barely

For an inventory-starved market like Massachusetts where buyers still face high levels of competition,even slight growth in the number of homes for sale can provide relief

But a separate Redfin analysis published late last month estimated buyers still outnumber active listings and pending sales by a little over 7 percent in the Boston area,one of only 13 markets in the country where sellers still outnumber buyers

That?s down from a 25 7 percent gap in November 2024 and a 418 percent gap in April 2022 at the height of the pandemic home-buying frenzy It?s also much smaller than Redfin found in April 2019,when the state had 26 6 percent more buyers than sellers.

?I do think that buyers have more options,?Greater Boston Association of Realtors 2026 President Joselin Malkhasian said ?The buyers have a little bit more leverage than they once did,but I don? t think that sellers are desperate,like you would see in a true buyer?s market It?s incredibly important for sellers to price correctly and to have a home professionally marketed, because there is a lot more competition

?This will be new territory for many buyers who began looking or purchased homes in 2020 They now have the ability to be patient during the homebuying process without the fear of missing out,agents and brokers say

Sellers became accustomed to receiving offers well over the asking price in prior years,but in the current market,homes are sitting longer,which can lead buyers to believe they can get a discount.According to MAR,the average time a single-family home spent on the market increased by 14.3 percent year-over-year,to 40 days in November.

Some Buyers Getting Aggressive

It?s even leading some buyers top think they can ?lowball?sellers because properties remained on the market longer,said Gibson Sotheby?s International Realty agent Annie Bauman

?I fielded a lot of low ball offers in quarter four,and it was fascinating,because I had sellers that really wanted to sell,?she said ?They were very motivated sellers,and willing to concede that they were not willing to give their property away and I think that?s why we saw so many sellers pull their home off the market because they didn? t have confidence in buyer activity in the fall They?re capable of holding on for more reasonable activity and offer activity in the new year

?The power relationships haven? t fully flipped Buyers still risk overplaying their hand in negotiations,Malkhasian

But buyers do have more tools at their disposal,according to Keegan ?

The buyer may have a home sale contingency versus two,three years ago,trying to get an offer accepted with that home sale contingency was very difficult,?she said ?Having offers with those types of contingencies,home inspections are normal again,and it?s good for buyers and sellers.

?Heading into 2026,real estate professionals interviewed for this story expressed optimism for buyers: Interest rates are on the decline and inventory is growing

But the market is likely to move sideways rather than improve or decline,said appraiser and real estate market commentator Jonathan Miller,president and CEOof Miller Samuel Inc

?The thing is that when rates drift a little bit lower,it?s the early adopters that benefit the most,because when rates drift lower,that also causes sellers to price higher or be more firm in their negotiations,?he said ?As we look out into 2026 we?re anticipating lower mortgage rates,but not significantly lower So the way I think of 2026 is that we?ll see slightly more transactions,we?ll see a little bit more inventory,and we?ll see a slight reduction in price growth.?

?Prices will continue to rise,but the added inventory and not overpowering demand will continue to make housing in some ways moving sideways,?he added

The Economy a Wild Card

Right now,buyers might appear set to have more power in 2026,but the performance of the economy could limit their ability to wield it as the year unfolds

The unemployment rate in Massachusetts was 4 6 percent in September,according to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development This represents an increase from 3 6 percent in September 2022 and a higher rate than the United States as a whole.

While Massachusetts has a diversified economy not tied to any one industry,some of its major tentpoles are under pressure or seeing layoffs,like higher education,insurance,software and the life sciences And buyers could be forced to stop their search if job concerns arise

?When a consumer is worried about their employment,they?re less likely to make the biggest purchase of their life,?Miller said ?What I?m hoping is that 2026,will be a lot more boring,a lot more mundane,a lot less volatile That will bring more people into the market,as opposed to having sudden policy changes happen frequently,and businesses unable to plan for the future,which also means bringing in new employees,raising compensation,all those things that feed into the housing market ?

Even typically recession-resistant sectors like higher education and biomedical research are not impervious to an economic downturn And even if job losses remain a threat only,the mere fear of layoffs can cause buyers to retreat

?I can speak from my own experiences this year,?GBREB?s Malkhasian said ?Alot of my clients are in the biotech life sciences and in one week alone,I had four clients telling me that they had to pause their home search ? not because layoffs happened,but because there was the threat of impending layoffs?

But another Massachusetts market could also be able to withstand the downturn due to its clientele Out on Cape Cod, buyers are far less likely to be impacted by unemployment compared to the average homebuyer in the rest of Massachusetts

?On the Cape in particular,generally speaking we aren? t as impacted by unemployment rates,?Cape Cod & Island Association of Realtors CEOBetsy Hanson said ?Most of our price points are higher We look at a lot of cash buyers that maybe don? t exist in other markets,or people that this is a second property,so they?re a little bit insulated from that ?

148 Weston Road,Unit 208,Wellesley

Offered for: $3,425,000

97 Great Plain Avenue,Needham

Offered for: $2,195,000

887 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton

Offered for: $3,995,000

51Pine Street,Dover

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