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Listing broker remarks

CASH ONLY. Opportunity awaits! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers tremendous potential for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. Set on a beautiful level lot filled with mature fruit trees, flowering plants, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy, the property also includes deeded access to Lake Thompson. Join the association to take advantage of the beach, boating opportunities, and all the benefits of lake living. Inside, the spacious living room features soaring cathedral ceilings and plenty of room to gather. Three bedrooms offer hardwood flooring, while the kitchen includes a dining area, pantry space, and convenient first-floor laundry. Two storage sheds provide ample space for tools, equipment, or recreational gear. This home will require repairs and updates and will not qualify for financing. Being sold as-is, it presents an excellent opportunity for renovation with strong resale potential. Bring your vision enjoy Lake Thompson Lifestyle.— Coldwell Banker Realty - Western MA

Key details

  • 1,120 sq ft
  • 11,326 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1936 built
  • $187 / sq ft
  • $3,258 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠3⁠5⁠8⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
55 French Dr
Town
Palmer, MA
ZIP
01069
Deed (Bk/Pg)
14002 / 34

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Neighborhood: Palmer

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.