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Listing broker remarks

OFFER DEADLINE MONDAY 5PM. WATERFRONT RETREAT ON STILES RESERVOIR! A private 463-acre full recreational lake to enjoy boating, water & jet skiing, fishing, swimming & more right out your door leading you to the world of lakefront living with phenomenal views & sunsets! A seasonal escape with year-round staycation potential! The open concept LR/Kitchen offer a great view from 2 sliders. There are (2) 1st floor BR's w/generous closets, a 3/4 bath with a double sink vanity, 4' shower & linen closet. A staircase to the 2nd floor leads to a 28'x14' BONUS room with a vaulted pine ceiling. Full walk out basement provides opportunities! Home has a drilled well and a new roof was installed in 2019. Close to local Burncoat Pond wildlife sanctuary, restaurants, Pine Ridge Country Club, Worcester Art Museum & more! Commuter friendly w/190, 290, 146 & MA Pike close by. This property has been in the same family for 90+ yrs and is ready to create your lifetime of magical moments & lasting memories.— RE/MAX Vision

Key details

  • 1,313 sq ft
  • 7,770 lot sq ft
  • 2 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1978 built
  • $285 / sq ft
  • $4,229 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠0⁠5⁠7⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
3 Lake Ave
Town
Spencer, MA
ZIP
01562

Map

Neighborhood: Spencer

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.