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Listing broker remarks

Charming antique colonial has been in the family for multiple generations and is ready for someone to do the repairs needed to make all the distinctive features shine. You'll appreciate the beautiful built-in bookcases, cabinets, and period wood trim detail as you tour the home, along with the original hardwood floors throughout (most protected by carpeting). Updated kitchen with center island, formal dining rm & living rm, separate entrance home ofc. with vaulted ceiling & large main bedroom with 3/4 bath & laundry complete the first floor. Second floor has 2 bedrooms & bath with classic soaking tub. Expandable, walk-in attic storage from bath. Wooded backyard and wrap around porch screened in along the side for pleasant afternoon reading. Convenient location close to downtown, schools, and commuter routes. This property will need a cash or rehab loan and will be a wonderful place to call home with plenty of space; 1735 s.f. for all your living needs. Updates include new oil tank, electric panel, and boiler under 10 years old. Investor or renovation opportunity with value added potential. Welcome home!— REMAX Executive Realty

Key details

  • 1,735 sq ft
  • 21,466 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1780 built
  • $190 / sq ft
  • $4,671 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠8⁠2⁠6⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
156 Main St
Town
Douglas, MA
ZIP
01516
Deed (Bk/Pg)
43728 / 230

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Balcome, Dudley House · includes DOU.B

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Neighborhood: Douglas

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.