Sherborn Storybook Colonial: 3 Surrey Lane
Guiding First-Time Buyers to an Acre-Plus Estate in the Lamplighter Lane Neighborhood
The Story: 3 Surrey Lane is the quintessential New England "gem"—a freshly painted sapphire blue hip-roof Colonial that offers immediate curb appeal. For first-time buyers looking for space to grow, this 3,432 SF residence on a level 1.01-acre lot is a dream acquisition.
We assisted our clients in securing this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home for $1,189,000 in June 2025. The interior is designed for both scale and comfort, featuring a front-to-back family room with a wood-burning fireplace, a sun-filled kitchen with a breakfast bar, and an "enormous" wrap-around deck overlooking the private backyard. With a finished basement and a separate sunroom, this home provides the versatile living areas that modern first-time buyers prioritize.
The Strategy: * First-Time Buyer Advocacy: Buying a large estate with private water and sewer can be daunting for first-timers. We guided our clients through the nuances of private septic and well maintenance, ensuring they felt confident in the home’s infrastructure.
Micro-Market Context: Sherborn is known for its privacy and top-rated schools. We utilized our Real Estate Dashboards to contrast Sherborn's price-per-acre value against higher-density neighborhoods in Wellesley and Newton, helping our clients see the long-term investment potential of this "Northside" location.
Inventory Insights: By referencing our Wellesley New Construction Tracker, we showed the buyers the incredible value they were receiving in square footage and lot size compared to entry-level new builds in neighboring towns.
Post-Sale Value Add: We highlighted the property's generator connection and 200-amp service as critical benefits for suburban living, while identifying the finished lower level as immediate "bonus" equity.
The Outcome: The acquisition of 3 Surrey Lane at $1.189M gave our clients a turn-key estate in a "Silent Zone" neighborhood. This transaction reinforces our ability to match first-time buyers with sophisticated properties that offer a higher quality of life and significant space for their dollar.
