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Listing broker remarks

A RARE FIND--On 3.6 acres of land in a lovely country setting, this is the perfect spot for the nature lover in you. Explore Harts Brook that runs through the property and hike the many trails of Earl's Trails just a short distance away. This spacious home offers one floor living with a large dining room, perfect for family gatherings, a living room with fireplace, pegged hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, office, 1.5 baths and a 1st floor laundry. The recently rebuilt deck off of the dining room is the perfect place to relax and listen to the sounds of nature. The lower level has a large family room with fireplace and a door to the back yard--great for entertaining. There is also unfinished basement space for all of your storage needs. The circular driveway leads to the attached two car garage and gives lots of parking. The fenced in-ground pool can be restored to give you lots of summer fun. Enjoy the best of country living and the convenience of being close to shopping, restaurants, schools and the University with all that they have to offer.— Cohn & Company

Key details

  • 1,968 sq ft
  • 3.60 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1965 built
  • $248 / sq ft
  • $5,635 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠8⁠6⁠2⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
261 Bay Road
Town
Hadley, MA
ZIP
01035
Deed (Bk/Pg)
15229 / 15

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Hartsbrook

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Neighborhood: Hadley

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.