Appealing 3-Bedrroom 2-Bath Cape with sought after features. Airy beamed Dining Room, w Cath ceiling, and brick accent wall, flows to outdoor living via double glass doors. Kitchen, w ceramic floor, affords ample storage and space for breakfast table. Convenient ground floor Bedroom is steps from Full Bath and Home Office. A 20- ft Living Rm creates welcoming, homey feel w floor- ceiling brick hearth and wood stove. Upstairs find two Bedrooms and Full Bath. Primary BR has ceiling fan, double W-In closets w cedar wall. The Lower Level is an entertainment delight. Invite your friends, park the kids, set up the big screen and exercise equipment, pull up a couple of stools to the bar. New carpet. Walk-out to backyard. The two-car garage has walk-up to full second floor storage or a future project. Energy efficient: each room on individual heat demand. Sited on almost 1 acre, close to several WM Areas, you may witness a plethora of interesting fauna. Close to NMRHS the location is spot-on.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$269Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gregory Burch• Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Listed by Marilyn Mudry• Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Pride of ownership is displayed throughout this meticulously maintained original one owner Cape home which abuts a large nature reserve. Wide pine floors, Wainscot trim and tasteful color combinations blend together to make this home a MUST SEE! The two-car garage has ample overhead storage for all of your seasonal items while the finished basement with a bar and wood stove creates an inviting atmosphere for social and family gatherings. A Formal Dining Room, Fireplaced Living Room, and a Den/Family Room all add to the home's charm. A large Master Bedroom, Main Bathroom, and Guest Bedroom complete the second floor. If you are a Sportsman, Hiker, Naturalist or are simply looking for a truly quiet natural setting this home is for you.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,921 (+5.8%)
$214,700 + $321,200
$535,900
2025
$7,485 (−1.8%)
$204,600 + $286,200
$490,800
2024
$7,626 (+5.9%)
$204,600 + $300,800
$505,400
2023
$7,204 (+8.5%)
$204,600 + $256,000
$460,600
2022
$6,642 (+4.6%)
$175,900 + $210,500
$386,400
2021
$6,347 (+6.9%)
$169,600 + $191,000
$360,600
2020
$5,935 (−1.1%)
$167,900 + $173,600
$341,500
2019
$6,000 (+7.3%)
$166,200 + $165,100
$331,300
2018
$5,592 (+5.8%)
$162,800 + $136,700
$299,500
2017
$5,283 (+0.6%)
$161,000 + $128,300
$289,300
2016
$5,249 (+2.8%)
$156,200 + $123,300
$279,500
2015
$5,106 (+5.1%)
$156,200 + $123,300
$279,500
2014
$4,858 (+0.9%)
$156,200 + $123,300
$279,500
2013
$4,816 (+3.0%)
$156,200 + $129,600
$285,800
2012
$4,676 (−4.6%)
$161,200 + $129,600
$290,800
2011
$4,903 (+5.4%)
$169,700 + $129,600
$299,300
2010
$4,654 (−0.6%)
$170,600 + $124,300
$294,900
2009
$4,683
$193,900 + $133,100
$327,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,747
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,747
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3800427S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Groton, MA • 01450
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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43
50
34
36
22
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 653 Townsend Rd
$598,380
$1,520 under list price of $600K
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