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Listing broker remarks

An unusual offering with possibilities limited only by your imagination! Could this be the dream come to reality—one property where you can live, work, create and generate rental income to help pay the mortgage?Set on 2.6 beautiful, private acres, this distinctive property includes a single-family home, a separate two-family home, and an impressive 28’ x 56’ fully restored barn. Thoughtfully positioned with plenty of privacy between the buildings, the property offers a rare combination of residential, rental and workspaces.The main home features a wonderful addition with a charming tower room that could become your home office, bedroom, studio, reading retreat or meditation space—the choice is yours. The separate two-family home provides excellent potential for rental income, extended family, guests or additional living arrangements.The fully restored barn is a standout feature, offering substantial flexible space for a workshop, studio, home business, creative pursuits, storage or other possibilities. The barn is set up for radiant heat, for you to make it a truly usable year-round space.Modern mechanical systems in both residential buildings add comfort and peace of mind while preserving the property’s unique character. With multiple buildings, generous acreage and an extraordinary blend of living, working and income-producing potential, this is far more than a home—it is an opportunity to create the lifestyle and property you’ve been imagining.Rarely does a property offer this much flexibility, privacy and potential in one package. Come explore the possibilities and decide what your dream looks like here.— The Murphys REALTORS®, Inc.

Key details

  • 4,698 sq ft
  • 2.60 acres
  • 8 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1900 built
  • $159 / sq ft
  • $8,526 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠3⁠0⁠7⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
497 Main Street
Town
Hatfield, MA
ZIP
01038
Deed (Bk/Pg)
8502 / 248

Historic designations

National Register
Marsh, Adeline A. House · includes HTF.I
MACRIS Inventory
Bradstreet

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Hatfield

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.