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Listing broker remarks

How LONG have you been waiting to live in North Orange ? Presenting a distinguished property in the 1776 Original Agrarian Center Village of North Orange, a property of profound historical significance. Choosing your Barn & house location in 1776 was All- Important. This expansive estate encompasses 2605 square feet of meticulously preserved living space, harmoniously situated on a generous 3.6 Acre site, offering a rare blend of heritage & quality acreage. (more than enough to grow much of your own food) The property is further enhanced by a substantial four-car garage/Barn , providing ample capacity for vehicle storage, workshop space, or diverse recreational equipment, thereby catering to a multitude of practical & leisure pursuits. This exceptional offering represents a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of history, thoughtfully maintained for contemporary living. We invite discerning buyers to inquire further and schedule a private viewing of this extraordinary property. Property to be conveyed Fully Furnished and with various Garden Power Equipment.— Colby Realty

Key details

  • 2,605 sq ft
  • 3.60 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1776 built
  • $249 / sq ft
  • $5,305 2027 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠5⁠8⁠9⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
173 Athol Road
Town
Orange, MA
ZIP
01364
Deed (Bk/Pg)
7304 / 96

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
North Orange Center

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Neighborhood: Orange

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.