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Listing broker remarks

Attention Homesteaders, Artisans & History Lovers! Welcome to the Historic Ebenezer Buss House (c. 1759). Located at 376 Redemption Rock Trail, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom classic offers 18th-century charm paired with modern upgrades. Steeped in authentic details, the home features wide pine flooring, some period woodwork, a walk-in pantry, 3 Rumford fireplaces and two pellet stoves! Dedicated home office/library and a separate fireplaced sitting parlor. Set on nearly 4 private acres, this property is a dream for gardeners, animal lovers, and nature enthusiasts. The grounds feature perennial gardens, an old chicken coop and large storage shed. There is a peaceful brook that runs on the back edge of the property. A newly installed heating and cooling system (2023) ensures year-round comfort. A dedicated woodworking shop in the barn provides the perfect workspace for projects, crafts, or possibly a home studio. The expansive sunroom offers incredible potential for kitchen expansion, additional family room, greenhouse, or studio. With a quick closing possible, this unique homestead is ready for its next caretakers to bring true vision to life. Schedule your private showing today!— Keller Williams Realty North Central

Key details

  • sold
  • 2,250 sq ft
  • 4.00 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1759 built
  • $217 / sq ft
  • $5,755 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠9⁠2⁠5⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
376 Redemption Rock Trl
Town
Sterling, MA
ZIP
01564
Sold for
$505,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
93 / 119

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Pottery Village

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Neighborhood: Sterling

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.