Off Market Dec 2020 for $625K

$876,296

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,378/mo

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6,001

sq ft

40 South Rd, Ashby, MA 01431

About this home

The elegant Lyman House, a gracious Federal colonial renovated and expanded in 1897 by noted Fitchburg architect Henry M. Francis, is framed by years-old noble trees and beautifully sited on a knoll on the outskirts of Ashby's charming town common. This magnificent mansion, with a great entrance hall, stately verandas, coffered ceilings, dentil moldings, transom windows, built-in cabinetry, pantry and large light-filled spaces, is reminiscent of a bygone era whose niceties will bring comfort to your spirit and peace to your soul. Among its sparkling features is a banquet-sized magazine-cover country kitchen with a generous granite island, Imperial gas stove, fir counters, farmer's sink, radiant-heated cement floor, and a multi-windowed dining area overlooking the verdant grounds below. The former grand ballroom has transitioned into a versatile modern space for music, TV, or entertaining a crowd. The home's newer features include a powerful Viesmann boiler & a 5-bedroom septic system.

Single-familyProperty Type

1816Year Built

2.49 acresLot Size

$146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 garage spacesParking

Listed by Maureen Harmonay • Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord

Bought with Laurie Howe Bourgeois • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #72709731

Redfin Estimate

$876,296

$251K since sold in December 2020$25K since July

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This home's estimate is 27.6% higher than the average sale price ($687K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$575,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,836 sq ft
41 Ashburnham Rd, New Ipswich, NH 03071
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$705,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,417 sq ft
522 Greenville Rd, Ashby, MA 01431
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,050,000
C
6 beds4.5 baths5,870 sq ft
100 Main St, Ashburnham, MA 01430
SOLD DEC 4, 2025
$645,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,519 sq ft
848 Piper Rd, Ashby, MA 01431
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$570,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,100 sq ft
1113 West Rd, Ashby, MA 01431
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$575,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,681 sq ft
544 South Rd, Ashby, MA 01431

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Market trends in 01431, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

2.3% MoM

Median sale price

$500K

$60K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

17 days MoM

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$180,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,780 sq ft
107 Piper Rd, Ashby, MA 01431
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$499,900
1 bed1.5 baths1,213 sq ft
864 South Rd, Ashby, MA 01431
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Sale history for 40 South Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72709731

Dec 29, 2020

Sold

$625,000

$104/sq ft

Nov 25, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 25, 2020

Relisted

—

Aug 13, 2020

Listed

$695,000

$116/sq ft

MLS PIN #71654687

Aug 4, 2014

Sold

$550,000

$92/sq ft

Jun 18, 2014

Contingent

—

May 4, 2014

Relisted

—

May 1, 2014

Contingent

—

Apr 3, 2014

Listed

$599,900

$100/sq ft

+24

The Brook Knoll Estate built circa 1816 by renowned architect H.M. Francis awaits its new discerning owner. As you enter the 42' grand fireplaced foyer, you begin to get a sense of the incredible, detailed workmanship throughout this amazing home, such as high beamed ceilings, crown moldings, wainscoting, French doors, 9 fireplaces, 6 bathrooms. Other features include massive working kitchen, private sitting area, large porch overlooking the private yard. Several formal living areas, and oversized sunroom. Newer 6 bdrm septic system 2003 & add'l 2355 sf semi-finished space on 3rd floor. So many possibilities--professional residence, B&B, or potential business. Call today for your personal viewing.

MLS PIN #30666439

Feb 6, 2003

Sold

$339,900

$57/sq ft

Nov 26, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Nov 7, 2002

Listed

$339,900

$57/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,214 (−2.6%)

$69,200 + $667,100

$736,300

2024

$11,519 (+11.9%)

$66,800 + $674,900

$741,700

2023

$10,297 (−1.4%)

$62,000 + $565,100

$627,100

2022

$10,448 (+3.2%)

$70,600 + $520,000

$590,600

2021

$10,125 (−7.2%)

$70,600 + $475,200

$545,800

2020

$10,912 (−15.4%)

$70,300 + $509,200

$579,500

2019

$12,893 (+8.8%)

$70,300 + $517,600

$587,900

2018

$11,846 (+5.8%)

$56,500 + $530,800

$587,300

2017

$11,194 (+3.6%)

$52,500 + $484,900

$537,400

2016

$10,802 (−1.9%)

$52,500 + $484,900

$537,400

2015

$11,007 (+1.6%)

$52,500 + $506,800

$559,300

2014

$10,837 (+4.5%)

$53,300 + $514,100

$567,400

2013

$10,370 (+5.1%)

$64,800 + $528,800

$593,600

2012

$9,867 (−8.9%)

$64,800 + $536,100

$600,900

2011

$10,828 (+2.1%)

$74,500 + $652,200

$726,700

2010

$10,606 (+18.8%)

$82,400 + $695,200

$777,600

2009

$8,931

$88,900 + $657,800

$746,700

Tax history for 40 South Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,214 (−2.6%)

$69,200 + $667,100

$736,300

2024

$11,519 (+11.9%)

$66,800 + $674,900

$741,700

2023

$10,297 (−1.4%)

$62,000 + $565,100

$627,100

2022

$10,448 (+3.2%)

$70,600 + $520,000

$590,600

2021

$10,125 (−7.2%)

$70,600 + $475,200

$545,800

2020

$10,912 (−15.4%)

$70,300 + $509,200

$579,500

2019

$12,893 (+8.8%)

$70,300 + $517,600

$587,900

2018

$11,846 (+5.8%)

$56,500 + $530,800

$587,300

2017

$11,194 (+3.6%)

$52,500 + $484,900

$537,400

2016

$10,802 (−1.9%)

$52,500 + $484,900

$537,400

2015

$11,007 (+1.6%)

$52,500 + $506,800

$559,300

2014

$10,837 (+4.5%)

$53,300 + $514,100

$567,400

2013

$10,370 (+5.1%)

$64,800 + $528,800

$593,600

2012

$9,867 (−8.9%)

$64,800 + $536,100

$600,900

2011

$10,828 (+2.1%)

$74,500 + $652,200

$726,700

2010

$10,606 (+18.8%)

$82,400 + $695,200

$777,600

2009

$8,931

$88,900 + $657,800

$746,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.49 Acres

Year renovated

1892

Sq. Ft.

6,825

Year built

1850

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

982705S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
# of Covered Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace,Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 16
Length: 4
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 64
Length: 8
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Hardwood,Pedestal Sink

Living Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 768
Length: 24
Width: 32
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 336
Length: 21
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 496
Length: 16
Width: 31
Level: First
Features: Dining Area,Pantry,Kitchen Island,Country Kitchen,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Crown Molding,Flooring - Concrete

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X11
Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 8
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 17
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Chair Rail, Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Center Hall, Sun Room, Den, Exercise Room, Foyer, Sitting Room, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,001
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.49
Lot Features: Easements, Cleared
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,912
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Oil, Fireplace(s), Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rte. 119 to South Road.
UnparsedAddress: 40 South Road, Ashby MA 01431

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,825
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 1892
County: Middlesex County
APN: 982705S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandeliers In The Dining Room And Kitchen.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Ashby Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Hawthorne Brook Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 6.0mi

5/10

North Middlesex Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Ashby, MA • 01431

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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$833,000 – $1.01M

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19 South Rd, Ashby, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1299 Sq. Ft.	$314,762
55 South Rd, Ashby, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$695,548

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29 South Rd, Ashby, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3832 Sq. Ft.	$481,565
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