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Listing broker remarks

A very special 18th century authentic reproduction post and beam on a tranquil country road. One of the finer homes in Worthington set on just under six acres of peaceful forest. The home was built in 1976 with high-quality craftsmanship. The home is built with vintage integrity. Cedar siding with rosehead nails and hand split cedar shakes on the roof. Wide plank pine and cherry floors and stunning. The Cherry wall paneling was harvested from the property. The home is a saltbox style set back over 300feet from the road for the ultimate privacy. Amazing perennial gardens and Goshen stone paths, surround the home. There are three bedrooms and two full baths, The dining room and library have fireplaces with authentic granite hearths. There is a large artist wing that can be used for additional living space if needed. A large deck blends in with the surrounding nature and wildlife.— Hilltown Real Estate by Adams Realty

Key details

  • 1,889 sq ft
  • 5.90 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1976 built
  • $309 / sq ft
  • $8,011 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠9⁠6⁠1⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
278 Ridge Rd
Town
Worthington, MA
ZIP
01098

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Neighborhood: Worthington

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.