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Listing broker remarks

**EXCEPTIONAL NEW ENGLAND COUNTRY ESTATE!** Discover a rare 21-acre retreat featuring a breathtaking 9-acre pond, scenic woodlands, open fields, and exceptional privacy. Perfect as a private estate, equestrian property, working farm, recreational retreat, or family compound, this unique property offers endless possibilities. The spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features two quality additions with newer roofs, a living room, family room, impressive great room, and versatile loft. Outdoor amenities include a custom barn with hay loft, workshop, sawmill, greenhouse, above-ground pool, outdoor kitchen, and covered deck, creating the perfect setting for horses, farming, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature. A truly one-of-a-kind property offering the best of country living with convenient access to regional amenities. Hardie-board siding. New addition was built in 2021. Dryer, stove, hot water tank and generator all run by propane. New pool liner 9/2026.— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals

Key details

  • 3,236 sq ft
  • 21.00 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1940 built
  • $293 / sq ft
  • $6,155 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠5⁠9⁠3⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
181 Wheeler Ave
Town
Orange, MA
ZIP
01364
Deed (Bk/Pg)
7709 / 268

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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.