Past Sales of Contemporary Homes
Peter Dorsey’s experience handling the sale of modern houses c.1930-2004 is well documented. Please take a look at some of his most notable modern house sales. Hover over a photograph, then either click on the “link icon” for more information, oftentimes including a slide show, or click on the “magnifying glass icon” for a larger image.
Apple Street, Essex
| SOLD | Apple Street, Essex - The owner decided to sell a house that had been rented for many years, and hired Mr. Dorsey to handle the sale. A professional photographer was hired to highlight the beautiful interior spaces.
Federal Revival, Hamilton, MA
Federal revival residence with 3 bedrooms and 4 fireplaces is offered on over an acre of beautiful land in Hamilton. Surrounded by conservation-protected forests and fields, and across the street from Pingree School, this is a exceptional location and a beautiful residence. You can also visit the web site.
Norwood’s Pond, Beverly, MA
Many Beverly residents do not even know this pond exists, it is so private. Offering one acre and direct frontage, this c. 1964 house with a 40 ft. deck is peaceful and serene. Please see http://NorwoodPondHome.com
Woodland Mead, Hamilton, MA
Sited on 7 acres, and down a long driveway in an estate setting in Hamilton, Peter helped a family from Beverly purchase this 5 bedroom house. With an invisible fence already in place; it was the perfect spot for everyone. Offered at $1,325,000.
Hale Street, Prides Crossing, MA
Peter introduced a high end buyer, and crafted a private sale for this magnificent ocean-view contemporary. With large estates nearby and deeded rights to a jewel of a hidden beach; this was a quiet transaction for both families. Offered at $1,560,000.
Contemporary House, Beverly Farms
Built in 1994 to look like a carriage house, this stuccoed residence is a combination of European architecture with modern interiors. The front hall has a two story atrium with a fireplace. On the second level there is a library with a large window seat that has seasonal ocean views. Peter helped the owner sell, [...]
Contemporary House, West Boxford
Peter helped a couple from Wisconsin find a house on the North Shore. There were visits to over 20 houses and protracted negotiations which produced this 6 acre estate with a pool, tennis court and a small barn for the goats Peter's clients wanted in the future at their new home.
Contemporary House, Hamilton
This house was listed with another company, but with no results. Mr. Dorsey brought in proper home staging, a professional photographer and a company which prepares floor plans for use in property sales. He also set up a property specific website. Within a few months a good buyer was found.
Contemporary House, Hamilton
This modern colonial style house was built in the 1980's with many large windows to take in its natural hilltop setting. There is a large multi-car garage underneath, and decks and patio spaces at either end. A beautifully crafted stone waterfall fills out the private yard.
Contemporary House, Gloucester
Peter was hired to sell this one bedroom house in the Magnolia area which had been beautifully renovated and modernized. The property sold to a customer from Newton who came to one of Peter's Sunday Open Houses.
Contemporary House, Ipswich
A couple in Ipswich wanted to sell their house so they could move to a retirement community. So they hired me.
Contemporary House, Wenham
Here is a property in Wenham on 3 acres that I was hired to sell. The owners wanted to move to a smaller house.
Contemporary House, Wenham
Peter was hired to sell this modern post and beam cape which was set back off the street. Modern additions included a rear entry porch, spacious deck, heated sunroom and a large playroom over the garage.
Contemporary House, Wenham
A classic Deck House with the added utility of having an attached apartment, was sold by Peter to help an older couple move into the village.
Contemporary House, Manchester
Built as a custom cape in 1971, a noted designer reworked the interiors here to create a semi-formal and comfortable abode.
Contemporary House, Beverly Farms
This c. 1987 contemporary colonial takes full advantage of it's natural setting by offering creative window glimpses of the surrounding conservation woodlands.
Contemporary House, Wenham
The addition of a pool and patio area to this 1980's colonial style residence redirected the focus from the yard. A new second floor addition over the garage provided home office space. Peter helped this family sell this house, and move to a more wooded setting.
Contemporary House, Wenham
Utilizing many types of special material, this new construction residence offered the newest and most modern interior features.
Contemporary House, Hamilton
A handsome colonial design set amidst many high end properties; the owners had filled this house with rare art and antique furniture.
Contemporary House, Manchester
Not a past sale, yet Mr. Dorsey had the pleasure of representing this Michael Graves masterpiece: a work of scupture that was also an oceanfront house. The property was offered for $11 million.
Contemporary House, Ipswich
Once a plain cape-style residence, these owners added creative interior spaces to make a very special and modern feel.
Contemporary House, Hamilton
The core of this modern structure was once a large horse barn. A noted local architect created masterful interior and exterior spaces.
Contemporary House, Beverly Farms
This modern Deck House c.1972 is located at the end of a village lane overlooking a large field and a small pond.
Contemporary House, Boxford
This beautiful residence had a recent addition which almost doubled the size of the house. The newer section was featured in an architectural magazine.
Contemporary House, Manchester
Representing a modern design by a New York architect, there were nautical undertones present in many areas.