Off market sep 2021 for $549K

$678,622

•

2,932

sq ft

5 On The Common Rd, Shirley, MA 01464

About this home

HISTORY IS CALLING…..Calling you home to, “The Hartwell House”, an Icon on Shirley Common! This 4 bedroom, 2 full bath Federal style antique home is now ready for a new caretaker to usher it into the next chapter in history. The current owners of 20 years have upheld the historic & authentic Early American character right down to a full and complete Barn re-build with traditional timber-frame construction utilizing all salvageable timbers. The thoughtful kitchen remodel will impress with its five burner gas range, counter & cabinet space galore, ornamental period fireplace & a country pantry. Generous sized 1st floor Master with wide plank flooring & fireplace. 3 additional bedrooms, a full bath & a cozy landing round out the 2nd floor. Relax in the fenced back yard with garden & meditation area! Nothing to do here but unpack & enjoy this American Treasure. This Old World Address is a true Keeper of Secrets!

Single-familyProperty Type

1832Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lisa Pete • Acres Away Realty, Inc.

Bought with Jay Balaban • Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72865696

Redfin Estimate

$678,622

$129K since sold in September 2021$0 since October

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This home's estimate is 22.8% higher than the average sale price ($553K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$480,000
A
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$505,000
B
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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$645,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,332 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$629,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths2,000 sq ft
23 Nashua St, Ayer, MA 01432
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$550,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,139 sq ft
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F
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Market trends in 01464, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

102.1%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$480K

$41 MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

4 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 5 On The Common Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72865696

Sep 20, 2021

Sold

$549,900

$188/sq ft

Aug 5, 2021

Contingent

—

Jul 26, 2021

Relisted

—

Jul 21, 2021

Contingent

—

Jul 14, 2021

Listed

$549,900

$188/sq ft

MLS PIN #30428426

Nov 28, 2000

Sold

$225,000

$77/sq ft

Oct 9, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jul 14, 2000

Listed

$239,900

$82/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,408 (+4.3%)

$161,300 + $436,600

$597,900

2025

$7,102 (+2.1%)

$134,400 + $413,200

$547,600

2024

$6,956 (+6.4%)

$122,900 + $389,700

$512,600

2023

$6,537 (+4.6%)

$122,900 + $338,100

$461,000

2022

$6,249 (+4.6%)

$119,100 + $284,600

$403,700

2021

$5,977 (+5.9%)

$107,600 + $254,000

$361,600

2020

$5,645 (+2.1%)

$107,600 + $242,800

$350,400

2019

$5,528 (+1.1%)

$107,600 + $236,200

$343,800

2018

$5,468 (+2.3%)

$102,900 + $230,100

$333,000

2017

$5,343 (+4.3%)

$99,900 + $223,500

$323,400

2016

$5,121 (−0.5%)

$99,900 + $210,300

$310,200

2015

$5,146 (+6.4%)

$98,300 + $199,000

$297,300

2014

$4,837 (+2.1%)

$78,400 + $210,400

$288,800

2013

$4,736 (+3.1%)

$97,200 + $205,400

$302,600

2012

$4,593 (+9.0%)

$95,200 + $211,400

$306,600

2011

$4,214 (+5.8%)

$98,700 + $209,100

$307,800

2010

$3,984 (+5.6%)

$107,700 + $215,900

$323,600

2009

$3,774

$107,700 + $222,500

$330,200

Tax history for 5 On The Common Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,408 (+4.3%)

$161,300 + $436,600

$597,900

2025

$7,102 (+2.1%)

$134,400 + $413,200

$547,600

2024

$6,956 (+6.4%)

$122,900 + $389,700

$512,600

2023

$6,537 (+4.6%)

$122,900 + $338,100

$461,000

2022

$6,249 (+4.6%)

$119,100 + $284,600

$403,700

2021

$5,977 (+5.9%)

$107,600 + $254,000

$361,600

2020

$5,645 (+2.1%)

$107,600 + $242,800

$350,400

2019

$5,528 (+1.1%)

$107,600 + $236,200

$343,800

2018

$5,468 (+2.3%)

$102,900 + $230,100

$333,000

2017

$5,343 (+4.3%)

$99,900 + $223,500

$323,400

2016

$5,121 (−0.5%)

$99,900 + $210,300

$310,200

2015

$5,146 (+6.4%)

$98,300 + $199,000

$297,300

2014

$4,837 (+2.1%)

$78,400 + $210,400

$288,800

2013

$4,736 (+3.1%)

$97,200 + $205,400

$302,600

2012

$4,593 (+9.0%)

$95,200 + $211,400

$306,600

2011

$4,214 (+5.8%)

$98,700 + $209,100

$307,800

2010

$3,984 (+5.6%)

$107,700 + $215,900

$323,600

2009

$3,774

$107,700 + $222,500

$330,200

*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

16,552

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,932

Year built

1832

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2152920S

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Feb 28, 2022.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Dressing Room

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Wainscoting

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Slider,Lighting - Sconce

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet - Linen,Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Slider

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Mud Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,740
Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
Lot Features: Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,977
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Road (Route 2A) to Parker Road to Center Road to On The Common Road
UnparsedAddress: 5 On The Common Rd, Shirley MA 01464

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Stable(s), Conservation Area, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,932
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1832
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2152920S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 28, 2022

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lura A. White Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

6/10

Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

6/10

Ayer Shirley Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

6/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° 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

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Historical weather

Shirley, MA • 01464

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$647,000 – $783,000

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Home values near 5 On The Common Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3 On the Common Road, Shirley, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5202 Sq. Ft.	$693,721
181 Center Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1368 Sq. Ft.	$472,424
187 Center Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1825 Sq. Ft.	$537,300
36 Brown Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1110 Sq. Ft.	$400,786
28 Brown Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1836 Sq. Ft.	$588,489
5 Parker Road, Shirley, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2968 Sq. Ft.	$794,566
4 Parker Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2713 Sq. Ft.	$700,179

Address	Redfin Estimate
194 Center Road, Shirley, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 7025 Sq. Ft.	$989,773
183 Center Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1900 Sq. Ft.	$472,768
189 Center Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1616 Sq. Ft.	$473,331
32 Brown Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$430,534
24 Brown Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2762 Sq. Ft.	$571,784
6 Horse Pond Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2256 Sq. Ft.	$711,347
2 Parker Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2768 Sq. Ft.	$741,185

Address	Redfin Estimate
192 Center Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3462 Sq. Ft.	$826,516
185 Center Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1654 Sq. Ft.	$504,780
191 Center Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3084 Sq. Ft.	$656,002
30 Brown Road, Shirley, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$494,897
7 Parker Road, Shirley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1718 Sq. Ft.	$497,703
10 Parker Road, Shirley, MA 7 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4748 Sq. Ft.	$730,820
1 Whitney Road, Shirley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3344 Sq. Ft.	$655,124

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