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Dover Real Estate Overview
Dover Real Estate Overview
Dover Community Summary
Dover real estate is set in a peaceful country atmosphere 40 minutes from Boston. Dover is south of Wellesley and east of Sherborn. Dover homes for sale tend toward the stately with large lots. The community prides itself on home ownership. A drive through any of Dover’s streets will reveal Dover as a stand out location to buy a home for those who are looking in the upper price ranges. If you are an equestrian, Dover is the place for you to buy a home!
Dover Real Estate Facts
Average List Price - $1,199,000
Average Sales Price - $898,000
Population 5,000
Dover Real Estate Tax Rate $11.70/1000
Dover Schools & Education
Education is highly valued in Dover and it shows. Dover and neighboring Sherborn have a joint school system that is consistently one of the best in the state with excellent standardized test scores. Dover-Sherborn schools enjoy parent support and high volunteerism as evidenced in the active PTO, Boosters, and Friends of the Performing Arts.
The Charles River School, an independent preK-8 school, offers a challenging academic program and intends to care for the whole child. The school celebrates its centennial year in 2011.
Kids & Family in Dover
Young kids and those new to hiking will enjoy Noanet Woodlands Caryl Trail, a short trail to an old mill site. For those ready for more, look to the 1200 acre Hale Reservation trails. The family dog is welcome to join you at Wylde Woods. Dover town sports are supplemented with a ski program. The newly redesigned Dover Town Library is ranked the number one library for its population category.
Dining & Shopping in Dover
Major shopping trips will take you to Boston and Route 9 where you will also find a multitude of dining options. In town, though, enjoy the Dover Cafe & Deli. The Dover Market offers an exceptional array of services including groceries, delivery service, catering, and cooking classes. Local shoppers will be charmed by Whistle Stop Antiques, Everybody Shoes, Dover Store, and A Bit O Green Flower & Plant Shop.
Dover Community, Culture, Recreation
Winter in Dover means ice skating at Channing Pond. Spring means ball games. Summer brings horseback riding at Wylde Woods, Noanet Woodlands, and the Norfolk Hunt Club; paddling in Peters Reservation; dropping the boat in at the Bridge Street landing; hiking the local trails; and picking up produce at Poweisset Farm where farming operations have been restored. Fall brings special events for the community. September brings Dover Fair Days with rides, games, food, arts, and a race. October's Old Home Day blazes in with an Antique Auto Show, open houses at the three local museums, and a craft fair. Dover's high degree of volunteerism reinforces the community.
The Commute from Dover
Dover commutersaverage a 35 minute trip. The MBTA commuter rail is available from Wellesley and Needham. Dover is a few miles from Route 128.
Resources & Links
www.bestplaces.net/zip-code/massachusetts/dover/02030
http://www.wickedlocal.com/dover/features/x1547940119/Dover-Old-Home-Day-s-a-fun-time-for-all