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Listing broker remarks

MOTIVATED SELLERS.. A rare offering awaits at 1386 Pleasant Street, Athol where a legacy of history, was established in 1750. This unique 41.1 acre property formerly known as Nye Tree Farm (37.85 acres in Chapter 61B Recreation protection) is located in one of Athol’s prestigious neighborhoods. The property offers endless potential for those seeking privacy, recreation, or agricultural use. The nine room generationally owned farmhouse is listed on the Mass Historical Register as the “Dr. Royal Humphrey House,” and is ready for renovation and personal vision. Currently listed as a two family by the town. New England style living but close to schools and commuter access to Route 2. An eighteen-hole golf course is located just up the street. New roof over the main portion of the home (2024). Town water and sewer. Home offers a two-car garage/barn for storage. Ideal opportunity for a private homestead or equestrian property. Home is being sold "as-is".— LAER Realty Partners

Key details

  • 2,766 sq ft
  • 41.10 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1750 built
  • $162 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠9⁠3⁠6⁠6⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
1386 Pleasant Street
Town
Athol, MA
ZIP
01331
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68522 / 128

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Neighborhood: Athol

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.