An opportunity to create something new in a town rich with New England charm! Set on a nearly 1-acre corner lot in Townsend, this property offers potential for a fresh start surrounded by mature trees & scenic countryside, neighboring a local Christmas tree farm. Enjoy the appeal of small-town living, with Townsend Common hosting seasonal events, concerts & community gatherings, plus a convenient location between Ashby, Lunenburg & Pepperell, with access to the MA/NH border region. The existing 2 bedroom Ranch has sustained significant fire damage & may be a candidate for teardown or redevelopment. Title 5 passed. Property sold AS IS, AS SEEN. EXTERIOR SHOWINGS ONLY, NO INTERIOR ACCESS. Buyers must be accompanied by an agent with a confirmed ShowingTime appointment. Property must be marketed for 3 weeks. All offers due Nov 16, 2026 at 2PM. Sale subject to a court-issued license to sell.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.9 acresLot Size
$95Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Blood Team• Keller Williams Realty - Merrimack
Listed by Michael Blood• Keller Williams Realty - Merrimack
Investor Alert: 2 bedroom Ranch in need of rehab with Breezeway and 1 car Garage on .90 acre lot. Eat-in Kitchen and large Living Room with wood stove hookup. Septic system is functioning but will need to be replaced.
MLS PIN #17088158
Feb 25, 1994
Sold
$85,000
$80/sq ft
Feb 4, 1994
Listing Removed
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Aug 1, 1993
Listed
$89,900
$85/sq ft
GREAT STARTER HOME W/MUCH POTENTIAL. MOVE IN CONDITION. EXCLUDE REFRIGERATOR,WASHER & DRYER. SUBJECT TO RELEASE FROM GENERAL ELECTRIC GIVING A DISCHARGE OF THE MTGE AND CLEAR TITLE FOR PASSING OF TITLE TO NEW BUYER
Public Records
Apr 21, 1992
Sold
$97,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,994 (+6.1%)
$86,200 + $202,000
$288,200
2025
$3,765 (+1.9%)
$75,900 + $183,400
$259,300
2024
$3,695 (+9.1%)
$75,900 + $180,500
$256,400
2023
$3,388 (−3.5%)
$65,500 + $156,500
$222,000
2022
$3,511 (−1.4%)
$60,000 + $139,400
$199,400
2021
$3,562 (+3.0%)
$59,300 + $135,000
$194,300
2020
$3,459 (+1.5%)
$53,800 + $123,400
$177,200
2019
$3,408 (+8.9%)
$53,800 + $122,500
$176,300
2018
$3,130 (+6.0%)
$48,300 + $106,200
$154,500
2017
$2,954 (+8.2%)
$50,700 + $99,500
$150,200
2016
$2,730 (−1.7%)
$50,700 + $87,200
$137,900
2015
$2,777 (+8.0%)
$56,200 + $89,100
$145,300
2014
$2,571 (+1.9%)
$52,800 + $78,600
$131,400
2013
$2,524
$67,200 + $71,000
$138,200
2012
$2,522 (+2.3%)
$74,800 + $73,900
$148,700
2011
$2,465 (+0.4%)
$75,900 + $80,700
$156,600
2010
$2,456 (+2.5%)
$75,900 + $84,500
$160,400
2009
$2,395
$75,900 + $99,700
$175,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,056
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1040081S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
23% 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
Townsend, MA • 01469
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5 Burgess Rd
$114,876
$15K over list price of $100K
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