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Listing broker remarks

A Rare Large Gem with Historic features with Endless Possibilities! Nestled on a beautiful oversize lot filled with mature trees, flowering plants, and natural beauty, this one-of-a-kind HOME, offers character that’s nearly impossible to find today. Featuring timeless craftsmanship, generous living space, 5 Plus bedrooms, 2 Full baths, and a picturesque setting, this property is perfect for buyers seeking something truly special. Looking to have a bedroom on the first floor? in this large home you can make it happen. The expansive lot also offers potential for an ADU or future expansion opportunities (buyer to perform due diligence). A unique blend of history, charm, and potential—properties like this rarely come to market. Electrical service updated to 200 amp, roof aprox 15 years, updated boiler, Basement is plumbed for another bath.— Century 21 North East

Key details

  • 2,229 sq ft
  • 33,541 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1850 built
  • $200 / sq ft
  • $5,414 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠1⁠2⁠3⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
56 Cherry St
Town
Spencer, MA
ZIP
01562
Deed (Bk/Pg)
63530 / 367

Historic designations

National Register
Starr, John B. House · includes SPE.O
MACRIS Inventory
Summit - Cherry Streets Area · includes SPE.J, SPE.K

What this means for buyers →

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.