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Listing broker remarks

Discover this remarkable three bedroom home featuring a spacious open layout that invites natural light throughout. The first floor boasts a beautifully designed living area, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Adjacent to the living room is a recently updated kitchen with freshly painted cabinets and new flooring. You will find a conveniently located half bathroom equipped with storage and laundry. There is 1st floor living with two generous bedrooms with hardwood floors. Right down the hall is a newly renovated full bath with double sinks. Upstairs has a third bedroom and an additional room, ideal for a den or home office. Step outside to a massive deck that overlooks your private yard, abutting conservation land, offering a fantastic spot for summer barbecues or peaceful mornings with a cup of coffee. The detached one-car garage provides ample storage, while the property is situated on a serene dead-end road. Shed, 16’x32’ deck, roof 2019, pellet stove, hardwoods— Center Home Team

Key details

  • 1,500 sq ft
  • 18,295 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1959 built
  • $333 / sq ft
  • $4,563 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠8⁠6⁠8⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
9-R Gates Terrace
Town
Sterling, MA
ZIP
01564
Deed (Bk/Pg)
23724 / 231

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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.