Sold for $490,000 on 12/01/23
$490,000
17 Common St, Petersham, MA 01366
3beds
2,559sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1852
0.67 Acres Lot
$517,300 Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$2,644 Estimated rent
Home value
$517,300
$481,000 - $554,000
$2,644/mo
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What's special
Discover this historic house next to the Memorial Library on beautiful Petersham Common. This 1852 colonial has elements of Greek Revival architecture. Easy walking distance to The Petersham Country Store, Post Office and elementary school. While conveniently & centrally located in the town center, this home is close to miles of local trails and open space. You'll have easy access for hiking, biking, birding, walking x-country skiing, and more. House has original design features including dental moldings, original shutters, three open porches, floor to ceiling windows and more. A large attached barn offers plenty of storage & room for animals or hobbies. Barn 2nd floor has a workshop/studio and an unfinished space that might be converted to an in-law, family room or separate office. Important updates have been made- new roofing, updated electric, exterior painting and septic. Two of the three bathrooms require renovations. In the backyard find gardens and pathways. Space galore here!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 02, 2023 at 06:37am
Listed by:
Emily Anderson 617-599-0844,
Quabbin Gate Real Estate 617-599-0844
Bought with:
David Cohen
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73150552
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,559
- Total interior livable area: 2,559 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Garden, Horses Permitted
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:201 B:111 L:0,3213189
- Zoning: Historic
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1852
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Petersham
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2023 | Sold | $490,000-7.4%$191/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73150552 | ||
| 9/26/2023 | Contingent | $529,000$207/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73150552 | ||
| 9/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $529,000$207/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73150552 | ||
| 8/30/2023 | Contingent | $529,000$207/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73150552 | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $529,000+143.8%$207/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73150552 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,347 +17.1% | $438,000 +15.6% |
| 2024 | $5,420 +11.4% | $379,000 +23% |
| 2023 | $4,866 +16.6% | $308,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01366
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Petersham CenterGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Ralph C Mahar Regional SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 8.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Petersham Cntr
- Middle: Ralph C Mahar
- High: Ralph C Mahar
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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