18 Fales Rd, Dedham, MA, 02026
About This Home
Lovingly maintained single-family home with classic New England charm in the sought-after Oakdale location. Freshly painted with a brand new roof, this home offers peace of mind for years to come. Inside are 7+ spacious rooms with a traditional layout, including a 1st-floor bedroom, formal living and dining rooms, and a cozy wood-burning stove. The bright eat-in kitchen, 1st-floor laundry, and convenient half bath add functionality, while hardwood floors run throughout much of the home. An enclosed front room provides flexible bonus space for an office, mudroom, or playroom. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms and a recently updated full bath. Enjoy a spacious back deck overlooking a generous yard, plus a 2-car garage. Ideally situated within walking distance to Oakdale School and the commuter rail, with shopping, dining, and other local conveniences just minutes away.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Flooring - Vinyl,Main Level,Exterior Access,First Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 17.8125
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 39.569444444
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 83.75
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 147.027777777
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl, French Doors, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 150.319444444
Features
- Mud Room
- Door features: Insulated Doors
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Storm Window(s),Screens
- Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate
- Fireplace features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,784
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,784
- Total interior livable area: 1,784 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 215.625
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 256.833333333
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 217.868055555
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0142 L:0050,71987
- Zoning: B
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck,Rain Gutters,Screens,Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 7,200 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Detached,Paved Drive
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,690 | $44,280 |
| Home Insurance * | $181 | $2,172 |
| Property Taxes | $764 | $9,168 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $4,989 | $59,868 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $790,000 |
| 2005-06-20 | Sold | $425,000 |
| 1992-05-14 | Sold | $144,500 |
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