Escape to this charming log-style retreat, tucked away on close to three private acres in Harvard. With timber accents, exposed beams, and a cozy cabin ambiance, this home captures the rustic warmth of a mountain getaway, paired with the convenience of being moments from Route 2. The exterior was recently refreshed with a new coat of paint, set against mature landscaping and established garden beds ready for your seasonal touch. Inside, the home radiates character and light. The kitchen features recently painted cabinets, offering a crisp, fresh feel that complements the warm, natural textures throughout. Beyond the three comfortable bedrooms, the finished walk-out lower level adds versatility with a second living area, a dedicated exercise room or office, and a full bathroom. The backyard has a fenced-in vegetable garden plus apple, pear, plum, cherry & peach trees, black & red raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and grapes. The chicken coop that's ready-to-go and there are woods to wander in. Lots of storage in the unfinished portion of the lower level. Enjoy all that Harvard has to offer, including top-rated schools, Bare Hill Pond town beach, scenic orchards, and miles of conservation trails, all in town.
PERFECT HIDEAWAY. WARM, INVITING, 3BR LOG HOME FEATURES OPEN FLOOR PLAN, STONE FP, HARDWOOD FLS, NEWER KITCHEN & BATH, UPDT HEATING & ELEC SYS. COZY, PRIVATE, SUNNY HOME SURROUNDED BY BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AND FRUIT TREES ON A SERENE 3 ACRE LOT. FAMILY AND OFFICE ROOMS W/ LARGE WINDOWS JUST BEING ADDED IN WALKOUT BASEMENT. FRAMED-IN LOC. FOR FUTURE BATH. BONUS LOFT ROOM NOT INCL. IN SQFT.
MLS PIN #30553970
Feb 20, 2002
Sold
$318,100
$146/sq ft
Jan 2, 2002
Listing Removed
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Oct 19, 2001
Listed
$339,000
$156/sq ft
THE PERFECT HIDEAWAY NESTLED IN THE WOODS! THIS WARM, INVITING LOG HOME FEATURES VAULTED CEILINGS, HW, RUSTIC WALLS, FIELDSTONE FP, SKYLITES, WOODED 3AC LOCATION. 3 BRS, BATH, BRIGHT KIT, PLENTY STORAGE, LOTS OF YARD.
MLS PIN #17088925
Sep 17, 1993
Sold
$161,500
$74/sq ft
Sep 12, 1993
Listed
$165,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,802 (+2.1%)
$269,400 + $200,300
$469,700
2022
$7,640 (−1.3%)
$262,000 + $164,600
$426,600
2021
$7,741 (+12.6%)
$262,000 + $150,200
$412,200
2020
$6,873 (+8.6%)
$262,000 + $110,100
$372,100
2019
$6,330 (+1.6%)
$262,000 + $101,400
$363,400
2018
$6,232 (+11.9%)
$262,000 + $101,400
$363,400
2017
$5,571 (+1.9%)
$222,000 + $85,800
$307,800
2016
$5,469 (−4.2%)
$222,000 + $81,000
$303,000
2015
$5,709 (+4.1%)
$218,000 + $102,900
$320,900
2014
$5,484 (+2.4%)
$218,000 + $102,900
$320,900
2013
$5,353 (+2.7%)
$218,000 + $102,900
$320,900
2012
$5,211 (+1.3%)
$218,000 + $102,900
$320,900
2011
$5,144 (+1.1%)
$228,800 + $103,700
$332,500
2010
$5,087 (−1.4%)
$249,900 + $105,100
$355,000
2009
$5,160
$271,300 + $112,900
$384,200
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.85 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,324
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,324
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1533588
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 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
Harvard, MA • 01451
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 10 Old Shirley Rd
$673,182
$3,182 over list price of $670K
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