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Listing broker remarks

Property was previously listed at $1.8M with the adjacent buildable house lot included, but are now separately for sale. Situated in a pedigree location just off the Town Common and Historic District, this remarkable colonial home with Craftsman influence and a stunning addition/remodel is unique in its beauty and design. FHW heat in main; FHA hybrid (electric heat pump, backed up by oil). Separate cen air handler in attic of main house; fha furnace for addition. Extensive renovation including roof, heating systems, interior paint, multi-coat paint on kitchen cabinets. Hardwood flooring throughout most of the home. Family room w/soaring 2-story ceiling and stone fireplace. 1st floor en suite primary BR w/large bath that has separate vanities, steam shower, large jetted tub (heater not working). Formal dining w/fireplace. First floor liv rm/office w/cathedral ceiling and half bath.— Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 4,665 sq ft
  • 1.05 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1910 built
  • $297 / sq ft
  • $13,964 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠9⁠4⁠6⁠6⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
27 Old Upton Rd
Town
Grafton, MA
ZIP
01519
Deed (Bk/Pg)
9702 / 75

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Norton, William House · includes GRF.AR

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Grafton

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.