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Listing broker remarks

*** $15,000 CREDIT TO BUYER AT CLOSING *** Incredible Property at an Incredible Price in the heart of highly desired Townsend Harbor historic district. Stately Colonial with fabulous curb appeal featuring GORGEOUS 1.7 ACRE park-like grounds alongside the Squannacook River with sprawling lawn to enjoy summer weekends with family & friends, a gazebo, storage shed & brick patio . An antique lover’s dream that beautifully blends historic charm with today's modern conveniences. Some of the many upgrades include 200 AMP CB, New Boiler 2020, generator outlet, and recent roof. It's 8 Room floorplan wraps you in comforting nostalgia with 4 fireplaces, some wideboard floors & built-ins. Shows pride of ownership! The 2 Bonus Rooms upstairs offer flexibility and endless possibilities . 3-BR Septic System/Title 5 Approved. Located handy to commuter routes, shopping area, local dining spots, coffee shops and just steps to the New Squannacook Rail Trail. A Must See! Opportunity is Knocking!!— Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford

Key details

  • 1,631 sq ft
  • 1.70 acres
  • 2 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1803 built
  • $349 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠3⁠3⁠6⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
8 SOUTH ST
Town
Townsend, MA
ZIP
01469
Deed (Bk/Pg)
82061 / 450

Historic designations

Local Historic District
Townsend Historic District II
MACRIS Inventory
Spaulding House

What this means for buyers →

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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.