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Listing broker remarks

Step into the timeless charm of this beautiful Victorian home, ideally located near the heart of Ware and just moments from local parks, recreation, dining, shopping, and community. The inviting foyer features an impressive wrap-around staircase leading to a charming sitting room with balcony access. The first floor offers a spacious living room with pellet stove, formal dining and sitting room, kitchen with pantry and convenient half bath, plus a mudroom providing easy access to the outdoors. Upstairs are four bedrooms, along with a versatile bonus room currently used as an office. A classic wrap-around porch adds to the home's character and provides the perfect spot to relax. The property also features a detached two-car garage with carriage house above, offering excellent storage or future potential. Recent updates, APO, include the roof(May 2022) and electrical, among others. A wonderful opportunity to own a distinctive Victorian home with character, space, and all that Ware has to offer.— Keller Williams Realty

Key details

  • 2,684 sq ft
  • 20,626 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1890 built
  • $111 / sq ft
  • $4,720 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠1⁠5⁠9⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
102 Church Street
Town
Ware, MA
ZIP
01082
Deed (Bk/Pg)
12661 / 136

Historic designations

National Register
Farrar, Frederick W. House · includes WAR.45, WAR.L
MACRIS Inventory
Northern Church Street Area

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Neighborhood: Ware

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.