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Listing broker remarks

Timeless charm & modern comfort describe this renovated Colonial originally built in 1828 on a scenic, quiet country road. Fully reframed in 1988, with a kitchen/family room addition in 1994, this spacious home is in excellent condition. This saltbox-style home blends historic character with contemporary living. The kitchen/family room & the primary bedroom suite have cathedral ceilings & skylights. The open-concept kitchen is designed for entertaining featuring new stainless steel appliances & a convenient peninsula. The adjacent front-to-back living room creates an inviting space for relaxing with a charming fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. This home provides four comfortable bedrooms & two full baths, with the primary bath offering a jetted tub with shower. The floorplan offers flexibility for multiple home office options. Once you step outside the privacy of the large, level lot and heated in-ground pool designed for leisurely summer days, leaves you imagining the wonderful memories to be made. This much-loved property is the perfect blend of historic elegance and modern amenities. Kiwanis Beach (1/2 mi), Upton Heritage Park (1/4 mi), Upton State Forest (3 mi away), all offer passive recreation opportunities. UPDATES TO PROPERTY: New 4BR septic 2026; Indirect hot water heater 2025; 200 AMP electric 2023; SS kitchen appliances 2025; Chimney repointing 2026; Roof 2023.— Andrew J. Abu Inc., REALTORS®

Key details

  • 2,108 sq ft
  • 21,780 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1828 built
  • $329 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠5⁠3⁠5⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
5 Elm Street
Town
Upton, MA
ZIP
01568
Deed (Bk/Pg)
13060 / 39

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Hill, John House

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Neighborhood: Upton

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.