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Sold for $675,000 on 07/23/25
  • $675,000

    79 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 01366

    5beds
    3,818sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1850
    3.28 Acres Lot
    $675,200 Zestimate®
    $177/sqft
    $4,785 Estimated rent

    What's special

    SERIOUS PRICE REDUCTION on This historic New England estate, once part of the West Road Inn, is a c.1850 manor on 3.28 acres just 10.8 mi from Route 2 in Petersham, MA. Can purchase two buildable lots—Lot 71 (5.8 ac, wooded, scenic views) & Lot 72 (5.61 ac, wooded w/ stream) making total of 14.69 acres for discounted price $770k for all of it . The 3,818 sq.ft. home features 5 beds, 4.5 baths, custom millwork, coffered ceilings, and French doors from the oversized living room to a cozy kitchen, sunroom, and screened patio. The primary suite overlooks an in-ground pool, tennis courts, and woods. Amenities: generator, 3-car garage, new septic, new electric panel & hot water tank. Ideal for gatherings or a family compound. Located 0.5 mi from the Petersham Country Store, 10 mi from Athol YMCA & Market Basket, and near the scenic Quabbin Reservoir. A rare private oasis for nature lovers. The 2 additional lots next to the home for sale are on MLS# 73356499 & 73356502 Book your showing today

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 23, 2025 at 10:46am

    Listed by:

    Angela Rogers,

    BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors

    Bought with:

    Deborah Deschamps

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73356493

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, French Doors
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil, Wood Stove
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Bathroom, Sun Room, Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Screens
    • Basement: Full,Garage Access,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,818
    • Total interior livable area: 3,818 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,818

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Screened
    • Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Pool - Inground, Tennis Court(s), Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens, Other
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground
    Lot
    • Size: 3.28 Acres
    • Features: Wooded, Additional Land Avail., Cleared, Gentle Sloping
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:201 B:73 L:0,3213210
    • Zoning: R5

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Antique
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1850

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Private
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School
    Location
    • Region: Petersham

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Contract
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