Dover / Sherborn

​​​​​​​Dover’s open fields and pastures, 200 miles of bridle trails, and old stone walls might make you forget you are just 15 miles southwest of downtown Boston.

Welcome to Dover / Sherborn

$891,666

Avg. Sale Price

$2,056,730

Avg. Asking Price

18

Properties for Sale

Dover


​​​​​​​Dover’s open fields and pastures, 200 miles of bridle trails, and old stone walls might make you forget you are just 15 miles southwest of downtown Boston. Replete with pastoral beauty, many of the homes in Dover are set on large, sprawling lots. You will find historic homes, colonials, and quite a bit of new construction in this community nestled along the banks of the Charles River. Luckily for Dover residents, access to shopping is easy with Needham and Wellesley just a few minutes away. The public school system, shared with neighboring Sherborn, is consistently ranked among the top in the state.


Notable attractions and community features:

  • Benjamin Caryl House
  • Chase Woodlands
  • Elm Bank Reservation

Visit the Town of Dover website for more information.
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Sherborn


​​​​​​​Sherborn has a friendly, small-town feel while offering easy access to downtown Boston and the shopping and entertainment in nearby Metrowest towns. You’ll find many antique homes, some of which are situated in the town’s two historic districts. The public school system, shared with neighboring Dover, is consistently ranked among the top in the state. Small class sizes in the lower grades are a particular point of pride. Sherborn is surrounded by conservation land and offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Homeowners are granted access to Farm Pond, a town beach perfect for swimming, sailing, kayaking, fishing, skating, or just relaxing.

Notable attractions and community features:
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  • Dowse Orchards
  • Farm Pond
  • Rocky Narrows

Visit the Town of Sherborn website for more information.

Overview for Dover / Sherborn, MA

2,413 people live in Dover / Sherborn, where the median age is 43.6 and the average individual income is $139,159. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,413

Total Population

43.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$139,159

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Dover / Sherborn, MA

Dover / Sherborn has 767 households, with an average household size of 3.15. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Dover / Sherborn do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,413 people call Dover / Sherborn home. The population density is 568.98 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,413

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.6

Median Age

49.4 / 50.6%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
767

Total Households

3.15

Average Household Size

$139,159

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Dover / Sherborn, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Dover / Sherborn. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Dover-Sherborn Regional High
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
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