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Off Market Jul 2025 for $675K

$855,886

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $412/mo

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3,818

sq ft

79 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 01366

About this home

SERIOUS PRICE REDUCTION on This historic New England estate, once part of the West Road Inn, is a c.1850 manor on 3.28 acres just 10.8 mi from Route 2 in Petersham, MA. Can purchase two buildable lots—Lot 71 (5.8 ac, wooded, scenic views) & Lot 72 (5.61 ac, wooded w/ stream) making total of 14.69 acres for discounted price $770k for all of it . The 3,818 sq.ft. home features 5 beds, 4.5 baths, custom millwork, coffered ceilings, and French doors from the oversized living room to a cozy kitchen, sunroom, and screened patio. The primary suite overlooks an in-ground pool, tennis courts, and woods. Amenities: generator, 3-car garage, new septic, new electric panel & hot water tank. Ideal for gatherings or a family compound. Located 0.5 mi from the Petersham Country Store, 10 mi from Athol YMCA & Market Basket, and near the scenic Quabbin Reservoir. A rare private oasis for nature lovers. The 2 additional lots next to the home for sale are on MLS# 73356499 & 73356502 Book your showing today

Single-familyProperty Type

1850Year Built

3.28 acresLot Size

$224Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Angela Rogers • BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors

Bought with Deborah Deschamps • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals

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•Source:MLS PIN #73356493

Redfin Estimate

$855,886

$181K since sold in July 2025$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 46.4% higher than the average sale price ($585K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$685,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,866 sq ft
95 Narrow Ln, Phillipston, MA 01331
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$530,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,257 sq ft
22 Old Hardwick Rd, Petersham, MA 01366
SOLD JAN 15, 2026
$749,900
C
4 beds5 baths3,040 sq ft
15 Common St, Petersham, MA 01366
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$470,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,752 sq ft
474 Valley Rd, Barre, MA 01005
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$454,000
E
6 beds3 baths2,454 sq ft
277 West St, Barre, MA 01005
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$620,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,192 sq ft
40 Jackson Ln, Barre, MA 01005

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$283,468

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$4,069/mo

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Market trends in 01366, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.9%

+12.9% MoM

Median sale price

$562K

$32K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

60 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 79 New Salem Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,695 (+16.6%)

$61,800 + $362,200

$424,000

2022

$5,741 (−8.9%)

$61,800 + $362,200

$424,000

2021

$6,303 (−5.6%)

$56,200 + $355,500

$411,700

2020

$6,674 (+3.4%)

$48,800 + $335,400

$384,200

2019

$6,457 (+3.9%)

$42,700 + $338,700

$381,400

2018

$6,214 (+1.4%)

$40,900 + $338,700

$379,600

2017

$6,126 (−1.4%)

$43,000 + $335,400

$378,400

2016

$6,213 (−2.4%)

$43,000 + $335,400

$378,400

2015

$6,368 (+6.6%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2014

$5,971 (−1.5%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2013

$6,064 (+3.1%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2012

$5,884 (+3.4%)

$42,800 + $336,600

$379,400

2011

$5,689 (+1.4%)

$48,100 + $353,400

$401,500

2010

$5,609 (+4.8%)

$48,100 + $373,600

$421,700

2009

$5,354

$48,100 + $384,400

$432,500

Tax history for 79 New Salem Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,695 (+16.6%)

$61,800 + $362,200

$424,000

2022

$5,741 (−8.9%)

$61,800 + $362,200

$424,000

2021

$6,303 (−5.6%)

$56,200 + $355,500

$411,700

2020

$6,674 (+3.4%)

$48,800 + $335,400

$384,200

2019

$6,457 (+3.9%)

$42,700 + $338,700

$381,400

2018

$6,214 (+1.4%)

$40,900 + $338,700

$379,600

2017

$6,126 (−1.4%)

$43,000 + $335,400

$378,400

2016

$6,213 (−2.4%)

$43,000 + $335,400

$378,400

2015

$6,368 (+6.6%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2014

$5,971 (−1.5%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2013

$6,064 (+3.1%)

$42,800 + $332,000

$374,800

2012

$5,884 (+3.4%)

$42,800 + $336,600

$379,400

2011

$5,689 (+1.4%)

$48,100 + $353,400

$401,500

2010

$5,609 (+4.8%)

$48,100 + $373,600

$421,700

2009

$5,354

$48,100 + $384,400

$432,500

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,818

Year built

1850

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

3213210

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,French Doors

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom, Sun Room, Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,818
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Pool - Inground, Tennis Court(s), Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 3.28
Lot Features: Wooded, Additional Land Avail., Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,071
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Wood Stove

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt. 122 is New Salem Road
UnparsedAddress: 79 New Salem Road, Petersham MA 01366

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,818
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 3213210

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Petersham Center

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Ralph C Mahar Regional School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi

4/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Petersham, MA • 01366

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 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

$814,000 – $985,000

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Home values near 79 New Salem Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
82 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$330,207
76 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$551,797

Address	Redfin Estimate
87 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3147 Sq. Ft.	$597,025
70 New Salem Rd, Petersham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$605,336

Address	Redfin Estimate
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