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Listing broker remarks

Nestled along scenic Main Street in Townsend, this beautifully updated New England home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. Rich in charm and architectural detail, the property features expansive gathering spaces, multiple fireplaces, exposed beams, and a dramatic vaulted great room filled with natural light. The renovated kitchen offers a clean, modern aesthetic complete with a large center island ideal for entertaining and everyday living. A flexible floor plan provides endless possibilities for multigenerational living, working from home, or creating dedicated recreation and lounge spaces. Adding even more potential, the unfinished bonus space above the oversized two-car garage is ready to be transformed into a studio, game room, guest suite, or additional living area tailored to your needs.— Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 4,494 sq ft
  • 26,829 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1800 built
  • $133 / sq ft
  • $8,825 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠9⁠5⁠4⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
549 Main Street
Town
Townsend, MA
ZIP
01474
Deed (Bk/Pg)
81829 / 449

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Neighborhood: Townsend

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.