OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2023 for $575K

$765,360

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $203/mo

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2,406

sq ft

277 Secret Lake Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331

About this home

Life is better at the lake! Welcome to Secret Lake in Athol. This beautiful cape home features 3 beds and 2.5 baths on almost 1 acre of land. Enter inside and to your right is a fireplaced living room with wood flooring and TONS of sunshine! The bright and sunny family room features a wood stove and is open to the dining/kitchen. Formal dining area with chandelier breakfast bar to kitchen. The kitchen provides plenty of cabinet and counter space with access to the mudroom which has a door to your 3-season porch- perfect place to unwind! A half bath completes level 1. The second level offers a primary bedroom with your very own bathroom which opens to a walk-in closet! Two additional bedrooms, laundry, another full bath and PLENTY of storage throughout. Walk out basement, 2 car detached garage with work area & storage shed. Backyard provides a firepit and access to Secret Lake where boating is allowed! Highest/Best - ALL OFFERS DUE TUES -2/28@12:00!

Single-familyProperty Type

2001Year Built

0.92 acresLot Size

$318Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Cyndi Deshaies • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Bought with Fern Nissim • Lakefront Living Realty, LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #73080418

Redfin Estimate

$765,360

$190K since sold in May 2023$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 62.5% higher than the average sale price ($471K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$575,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,394 sq ft
62 Lindsay Ln, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$441,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
156 Vaughn Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$491,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft
1478 Conant Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$540,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,632 sq ft
125 Carruth Rd, Templeton, MA 01468
SOLD SEP 16, 2025
$437,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,772 sq ft
152 Miles Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$341,500
F
3 beds2 baths1,306 sq ft
560 Conant Rd, Athol, MA 01331

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Market trends in 01331, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.3%

+3.0% MoM

Median sale price

$341K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

31 days MoM

Recently sold homes

10 MoM

New listings for sale

$698,000
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89 Miles Rd, Athol, MA 01331
$320,000
3 beds1 bath1,378 sq ft
165 State Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331
$308,000
5 beds2 baths2,730 sq ft
488 S Main St, Athol, MA 01331
$535,500
3 beds2.5 baths2,020 sq ft
25 Williamsville Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331
$215,000
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
147 Millers River Dr, Athol, MA 01331
$699,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,642 sq ft
317 New Sherborn Rd, Athol, MA 01331
$1,250,000
16 beds11 baths7,211 sq ft
159 Park St, Athol, MA 01331
$325,000
3 beds1 bath1,025 sq ft
167 Froman St, Athol, MA 01331
$425,000
3 beds2 baths2,392 sq ft
3816 Chestnut Hill Ave, Athol, MA 01331
$334,995
4 beds1 bath1,618 sq ft
68 Harvard Ave, Athol, MA 01331
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Sale history for 277 Secret Lake Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73080418

May 16, 2023

Sold

$575,000

$239/sq ft

Feb 20, 2023

Listed

$525,000

$218/sq ft

MLS PIN #71824271

Jul 13, 2015

Sold

$385,000

$160/sq ft

Jul 7, 2015

Pending

—

May 26, 2015

Contingent

—

Apr 26, 2015

Listed

$385,000

$160/sq ft

+25

DOES LOCATION REALLY MATTER? Silly question...Fabulous SECRET LAKE WATERFRONT property! Classic Cape style custom home, tastefully done. This charming home features open concept living area. The 9' ceilings allow for extra large windows & amazing views of the Lake & woods. Kraftmaid natural cherry kitchen cabinets, breakfast bar open to dining room & family room w/ woodstove. Formal living room boasts granite framed Rumford fireplace. Warm wide pineboard flooring found throughout. First floor office could be converted into a 4th bedroom, playroom, den, etc. Upstairs hallway illuminated w/ skylight. Three generous sized bedrooms upstairs. Custom cabinets in master bath, great walk-in closet! Crown moldings, beadboarding, hardwired speakers, central vacuum, walkout basement, many details make this home extra special. Enjoy your waterfront or make the short stroll to private beach. Canoe, fish, swim, ice skate, etc. Quick to Rte 2. A GREAT LOCATION, a privilege to live here!

Public Records

Jul 10, 2000

Sold

$32,000

$13/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 19, 1986

Sold

$16,200

$7/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,608 (−0.4%)

$174,800 + $438,300

$613,100

2022

$8,643 (−2.0%)

$171,200 + $367,300

$538,500

2021

$8,823 (+3.6%)

$155,200 + $344,400

$499,600

2020

$8,516 (+5.6%)

$144,400 + $351,300

$495,700

2019

$8,064 (−2.4%)

$136,200 + $325,900

$462,100

2018

$8,262 (+7.7%)

$93,000 + $329,200

$422,200

2017

$7,674 (+49.9%)

$93,000 + $283,200

$376,200

2016

$5,120 (+4.2%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2015

$4,914 (+3.3%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2014

$4,759 (+15.5%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2013

$4,122

$75,600 + $190,700

$266,300

2012

$4,123 (+3.4%)

$66,300 + $201,800

$268,100

2011

$3,989 (+5.6%)

$66,300 + $215,800

$282,100

2010

$3,776 (+8.1%)

$68,100 + $215,800

$283,900

2009

$3,493

$74,200 + $230,300

$304,500

Tax history for 277 Secret Lake Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,608 (−0.4%)

$174,800 + $438,300

$613,100

2022

$8,643 (−2.0%)

$171,200 + $367,300

$538,500

2021

$8,823 (+3.6%)

$155,200 + $344,400

$499,600

2020

$8,516 (+5.6%)

$144,400 + $351,300

$495,700

2019

$8,064 (−2.4%)

$136,200 + $325,900

$462,100

2018

$8,262 (+7.7%)

$93,000 + $329,200

$422,200

2017

$7,674 (+49.9%)

$93,000 + $283,200

$376,200

2016

$5,120 (+4.2%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2015

$4,914 (+3.3%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2014

$4,759 (+15.5%)

$73,500 + $184,700

$258,200

2013

$4,122

$75,600 + $190,700

$266,300

2012

$4,123 (+3.4%)

$66,300 + $201,800

$268,100

2011

$3,989 (+5.6%)

$66,300 + $215,800

$282,100

2010

$3,776 (+8.1%)

$68,100 + $215,800

$283,900

2009

$3,493

$74,200 + $230,300

$304,500

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.92 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,412

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1449717

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Attic Access,Cable Hookup

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 54
Length: 9
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Family Room Information
Area: 225
Length: 15
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Wood,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Slider

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Office, Mud Room, Central Vacuum, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,406
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Has Waterview
Lake

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.92
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Paved

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,643
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Other

Location

HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $494
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Location Information
Directions: Ward Hill Road to Secret Lake.
UnparsedAddress: 277 Secret Lake Road, Athol MA 01331

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,412
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1449717

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Athol Community Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.5mi

2/10

Athol-Royalston Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

4/10

Athol High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

18% 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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Phillipston, MA • 01331

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$728,000 – $881,000

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Home values near 277 Secret Lake Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
202 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2336 Sq. Ft.	$645,440
335 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2129 Sq. Ft.	$541,750

Address	Redfin Estimate
254 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$482,827
305 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1014 Sq. Ft.	$650,322

Address	Redfin Estimate
353 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1523 Sq. Ft.	$472,696
217 Secret Lake Road, Athol, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2136 Sq. Ft.	$610,493

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