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Listing broker remarks

Back on the market with recent painting completed, this distinctive circa-1770 Boxford antique offers a rare blend of history, character and meaningful updates. Set on more than 2 scenic acres, the home features original wide-plank floors, period woodwork, spacious rooms and notably higher ceilings than typically found in homes of this era. Three full baths, a walk-up attic and a two-story carriage house/garage provide exceptional flexibility for a studio, office, workshop or entertaining space. Major improvements include a new 5-bedroom septic system (2024), furnace, water heater, electrical upgrades, whole-house water treatment, well pump, propane tank, renovated full bath, laundry, appliances and basement improvements. Enjoy authentic New England charm with many costly infrastructure updates already addressed, all near Boxford schools, trails, parks and village amenities.— Century 21 North East

Key details

  • 2,789 sq ft
  • 2.01 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1770 built
  • $394 / sq ft
  • $11,512 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠2⁠6⁠0⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
2 Elm St
Town
Boxford, MA
ZIP
01921
Deed (Bk/Pg)
42273 / 322

Historic designations

Local Historic District
Boxford Village Historic District
MACRIS Inventory
Hale, Dr. William - Alcott, Rev. William P. House

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Boxford

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.