Dimensions14.75 x 15.666666666
LevelSecond
549 Main Street, Townsend MA 01474
Townsend, MA 01474
$625,000
$600,000
Est. $3,969/month
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About this home
Nestled along scenic Main Street in Townsend, this beautifully updated New England home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. Rich in charm and architectural detail, the property features expansive gathering spaces, multiple fireplaces, exposed beams, and a dramatic vaulted great room filled with natural light. The renovated kitchen offers a clean, modern aesthetic complete with a large center island ideal for entertaining and everyday living. A flexible floor plan provides endless possibilities for multigenerational living, working from home, or creating dedicated recreation and lounge spaces. Adding even more potential, the unfinished bonus space above the oversized two-car garage is ready to be transformed into a studio, game room, guest suite, or additional living area tailored to your needs.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
9.6%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 8, 2026
$600,000
$25,000
(-4%)
From $625,000 to $600,000 (-4.0%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 6, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
May 14, 2026
$625,000
Original listing
Office: Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73126111
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Previously Sold
Jul 31, 2023
$565,000
MLS #73126111
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $600,000 | $25,000 | - | From $625,000 to $600,000 (-4.0%) |
| 07/06/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $625,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/31/2023 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $565,000 | - | - | MLS #73126111 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,825 | $515,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,825
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$515,600
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1800
Living Area
4,494 sq ft
Lot Size
0.62 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
6
Basement
Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Bonus Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Inground
Pool
In Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
7
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,825
Assessed Value
$515,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Has No Knowledge Of Functionality Of Pool. The 3 Fireplaces On The First Floor Are Functioning, Seller Has No Knowledge Of The 3 Fireplaces On The Second Floor. Some Images Have Been Virtually Enhanced.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Grey
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
59 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1800
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,494 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,494 sq ft above grade
Dimensions15.416666666 x 15.416666666
LevelSecond
Dimensions11.083333333 x 5
LevelSecond
Dimensions12.75 x 16.666666666
LevelSecond
Dimensions8.75 x 7.583333333
LevelSecond
Dimensions13.666666666 x 15.5
LevelSecond
Dimensions6.083333333 x 5
LevelFirst
Dimensions13.25 x 15.5
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 27.083333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.916666666 x 24.166666666
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.583333333 x 15.583333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions25 x 24.416666666
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolIn Ground
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Bonus Room
Windows:
Basement:
Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1800
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Inground
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Type:
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
In Ground
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
North Middlesex School District local
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
77%
attend college
64%
4-Year
13%
2-Year
24%
Out of State
0%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
2.7%
Above Average
2.7%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
2.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
2 schools
B-
Spaulding Memorial School
2.6 mi
|
#466 of 824
|
Score: 45.7
Dropped 193 spots from last year
-12.5 below state avg
413 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 02-04
Squannacook Early Childhood Center
2.9 mi
89 students
Moderate
Grades PK-03
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Hawthorne Brook School
3.1 mi
|
#246 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Dropped 5 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
449 students
Less Diverse
Grades 04-08
High Schools
1 school
C
Fitchburg High School
4.3 mi
|
#255 of 346
|
Score: 45.8
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.4 below state avg
1,220 students
Diverse
15 sports
• 1,110 athletes
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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549 Main Street, Townsend MA 01474
Townsend, MA 01474
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Benjamin Bradway
Listing Office
Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
508-366-9608
Agent MLS ID
CN258607
Office MLS ID
AN0394
Listing Data Updated
Jul 12, 2026 3:07 AM EDT
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