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Listing broker remarks

Wake up to the beauty of waterfront living in this inviting Contemporary Ranch overlooking Wright Reservoir. Step outside and enjoy direct access to fishing, kayaking, canoeing, boating with trolling motors, snowmobiling, and abundant wildlife viewing right from your backyard. 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features an open-concept floor plan with a cathedral-ceiling living room highlighted by a striking stone fireplace that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, creating a warm and welcoming gathering space. Enjoy scenic water views from the living room, kitchen, and breezeway. Pine and ceramic tile flooring add character throughout. A spacious breezeway connects the home and attached two-car garage, providing a versatile transition space between the two structures. Set in a peaceful rural location, yet just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living.— LAER Realty Partners

Key details

  • 1,380 sq ft
  • 39,204 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1975 built
  • $358 / sq ft
  • $4,915 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠4⁠2⁠0⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
17 Whitney Street
Town
Westminster, MA
ZIP
01473
Deed (Bk/Pg)
3653 / 243

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Neighborhood: Westminster

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.