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Listing broker remarks

Absolutely stunning Shrewsbury Center colonial. If you can find a better home, BUY IT! This home was originally built with top quality materials and finishes and has been tastefully transformed into a bright and inviting property with a modern approach and an open floor plan. Recent upgrades and improvements include a brand new fully applianced kitchen. Subzero, Wolf, quartz... It's all there! This is the centerpiece of the first floor which also includes a large dining area, living room with gas fireplace, and a comfortable den for the ultimate in relaxation. A beautiful hardwood staircase and stainless steel cable railing system will lead you from the foyer to two upper levels where you will be impressed by 4 bedrooms, a fireplaced office, three full baths and a den/playroom area. Plus a three car garage, deck, patio, outdoor fireplace, and privacy galore. First showings this Saturday 7/18 at noon. Most upgrades are 2020 and newer. Be sure to view all 42 photos!— RE/MAX Vision

Key details

  • 3,706 sq ft
  • 12,936 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 2008 built
  • $357 / sq ft
  • $13,421 2024 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠1⁠0⁠4⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
5 Merriam Avenue
Town
Shrewsbury, MA
ZIP
01545
Deed (Bk/Pg)
62761 / 23

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Neighborhood: Shrewsbury

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.