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Listing broker remarks

Charming post and beam saltbox colonial situated on a private 4.2-acre lot with direct pond frontage. It features a wraparound upper deck and an additional lower deck overlooking Breakneck Pond, with freshly painted decking for outdoor enjoyment. New carpeting in all three bedrooms, an open concept living and dining area that spans the back of the house, complete with a centrally located brick hearth Harman pellet stove for winter warmth and a wall of glass sliders leading to the deck. On the main level, there is a full bath and a bedroom. The ceramic tile kitchen comes equipped with a portable island and stainless steel appliances. The front foyer has vinyl plank flooring and features a brick wall that leads to the second level, which offers high ceilings.The primary bedroom on the second floor has an open layout and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is generously sized with its own walk-in closet. Walkout basement with sliders, providing convenient and immediate access to the pond— eXp Realty

Key details

  • 2,050 sq ft
  • 4.29 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1985 built
  • $229 / sq ft
  • $6,774 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠4⁠6⁠2⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
37 Breakneck Rd
Town
Sturbridge, MA
ZIP
01566
Deed (Bk/Pg)
63565 / 39

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Neighborhood: Sturbridge

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.