Intentionally Built w/ a Primitive Sturbridge Village Vibe! 8 RM 4 BR Col. w/ 2 Full Baths & Attached 2 Car Gar. w/ Large Attic Above in Desirable Rainbow Reservoir; Great for All Water Sports Enthusiasts. Wonderful Eat-In Kitchen w/ White Washed Cabinets, Granite Countertops & SS Appl. Gaze out your Bow Window from the Eat In Kitchen Area. A Separate Dining Area w/ HW Flooring, Large Living RM, also W/ HW Flooring; & Gorgeous Fireplace w/ Bread Oven, Full Bath, 1st Fl Laundry & a Cozy Den area w/ a Charming Fireplace Complete the Main Level. Second Flr Boasts 4 Large BR's w/ HW Flooring & A Full Bath w/ Ceramic Tile Flrs. Large Finished Storage area Abuts one BR w/ Access to Garage. The 3rd Floor Maximizes your Living Space w/ an add'l 550+ Sq Ft - Homeowner envisioned a Family or Play Rm. Huge Walk Out Basement; w/ newer dual Oil Tanks & Furnace; could be finished for add'l Living Area. BONUS 5 Car Heated & AC Detached Garage for the Ultimate Hobbyist- Great for Boats, Classic Cars, Campers, Home Gym, Workshop or All of your RV Toys; The Large Attic Area Above is Versatile for a Multitude of uses! There is No Lack of Space Here! Head out back to the Large Fire pit, & take a short journey out your back door down to Rainbow Reservoir for Kayaking, Boating, hiking or Fishing. Level 1.66 Acre lot abutting protected forest. Solar Panels are a Power Purchase Agreement, not owned or leased. New Septic System 2021 & Newer Paved Driveway. Minutes to Major Airport & Highways.
Gross Living area includes the recent addition of approximately 550 sq feet of finished and permitted attic space, not heated.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.66 acresLot Size
$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 car garageParking
Listed by Jacqueline Crow• RE/MAX Compass
Bought with Alyssa McMahon• ROVI Homes
Source:Smart MLS #170493078
Redfin Estimate
$533,304
$119K since sold in August 2022$4,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 6% higher than the average sale price ($503K) of 6 comparable homes.
Need garage space for 7 vehicles? Walking distance to Rainbow Reservoir for great fishing or hiking with a state boat launch for power boats, jet skis, canoes and kayaks. This 8 room colonial sits on 1.66 level acres with protected forest that backs up to the reservoir and there's a fire pit in the back yard. In addition to the attached 2 car garage there is a detached 5 car garage with large attic, heat and air conditioning, ideal for car or motorcycle enthusiasts or tradesmen. There are 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 updated full baths plus a large living room with fireplace, a den or office with a fireplace, and a formal dining room. The eat-in kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances. Hardwood floors throughout. The large walkout basement offers plenty of room for finishing and has newer twin oil tanks and furnace. There is a huge attic and room over the home garage for additional living or storage space. Thermopane windows and solar panels make this home energy efficient. Solar panels are not leased or owned by seller. It is a "Power Purchase Agreement" with Tesla that provides electricity at a reduced cost. A brand new 1250 gallon septic system was just installed in July 2021. Public water replaced well. Newer paved driveway. The town tax card is not updated. The 2.42 acres was recently subdivided and approved by the town. This lot is now 1.66 acres. The adjacent lot on right side is now 166 Merriman ( .757 acres). Subdivision map attached. Easy to show.
Public Records
Jul 28, 1994
Sold
$180,000
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,882 (−6.2%)
$79,310 + $232,890
$312,200
2024
$9,466 (+29.3%)
$79,310 + $232,890
$312,200
2023
$7,322 (+1.0%)
$65,240 + $152,670
$217,910
2022
$7,250 (−1.5%)
$65,240 + $152,670
$217,910
2021
$7,364 (+0.5%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2020
$7,329 (+2.3%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2019
$7,167 (+0.7%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2018
$7,120 (+1.6%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2017
$7,010 (+3.0%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2016
$6,809 (+3.4%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2014
$6,582 (+0.5%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2012
$6,550
$79,310 + $160,370
$239,680
Tax history for 158 Merriman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,882 (−6.2%)
$79,310 + $232,890
$312,200
2024
$9,466 (+29.3%)
$79,310 + $232,890
$312,200
2023
$7,322 (+1.0%)
$65,240 + $152,670
$217,910
2022
$7,250 (−1.5%)
$65,240 + $152,670
$217,910
2021
$7,364 (+0.5%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2020
$7,329 (+2.3%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2019
$7,167 (+0.7%)
$70,280 + $151,060
$221,340
2018
$7,120 (+1.6%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2017
$7,010 (+3.0%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2016
$6,809 (+3.4%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2014
$6,582 (+0.5%)
$70,280 + $145,740
$216,020
2012
$6,550
$79,310 + $160,370
$239,680
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.