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Listing broker remarks

Spacious 5-bedroom, 3 bath home set on over 2 acres in Ashby! Enter through the welcoming front porch into the open kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and radiant floor heating that extends into the dining and great room. The first floor offers a flexible and functional layout with a dining room, large family room with cathedral ceilings, second living room/sitting area, playroom, office, laundry, and beautifully updated full bath with tiled shower. The second-floor features 4 bedrooms including a spacious primary suite with tiled shower and soaking tub, plus an additional full bath. Finished third floor offers a great bonus space for a private retreat, or potential bedroom with an oversized closet. Additional features include OWNED SOLAR PANELS, electric car charger in garage, large shed, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Great combination of space, functionality, and modern updates! Schedule your showing today!— Prospective Realty INC

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Key details

  • 4,116 sq ft
  • 2.23 acres
  • 5 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1940 built
  • $157 / sq ft
  • $8,349 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠7⁠0⁠0⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
557 Fitchburg State Rd
Town
Ashby, MA
ZIP
01431
Deed (Bk/Pg)
72687 / 486

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Neighborhood: Ashby

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.