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METICULOUSLY RESTORED—JUST STEPS FROM THE HISTORIC TOWN COMMON—and NO FOSSIL FUELS! Stately and versatile, this BEAUTIFUL antique home offers 4–5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, laundry room, and option for first-floor living—ideal for extended and multi-generational families, guests, or home office. Historic charm shines with original hardwood floors, woodwork, and front and back stairways. Modern upgrades provide exceptional comfort with energy-efficient, zoned heat pumps for heating/AC, new double-pane windows, and sealed basement with foam insulation. The spacious, granite, eat-in kitchen is perfect for large gatherings. Plus—AMAZING—fully restored post-and-beam barn offers parking for two vehicles, loft storage, and workshop potential. Set on nearly an acre with two porches. Close to top-rated Petersham Center School, Country Store, Library, Friday Market, Scenic Trails, and Major Routes. Historic character, modern efficiency, and small-town New England living at its best! (Virtually Staged)— New England Classic Homes

Key details

  • 3,071 sq ft
  • 37,026 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1834 built
  • $249 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠1⁠9⁠1⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
25 West Street
Town
Petersham, MA
ZIP
01366
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68391 / 387

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Neighborhood: Petersham

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.