This custom-built 2,534 sq ft post & beam contemporary style home presents a rare opportunity for those seeking tranquility & natural beauty. Nestled on over 60+ acres, this private oasis offers direct river frontage and abuts the scenic Peru State Forest. Among its many highlights, the home features a custom cinema movie theater, a finished basement w/gas stove, stunning double-sided stone fireplace & 2-car garage w/loft area for extra storage. 1st floor office could be 3rd bedroom. The primary bedroom suite is a serene retreat, boasting vaulted ceilings and a skylight that fills the space w/natural light. The oversized master bath includes a Jacuzzi soaking tub, a walk-in shower, & sauna room for ultimate relaxation. Surrounded by nature, the property boasts swimming holes, waterfalls, hiking trails, and snowmobile trails, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant wildlife, this spectacular property truly offers a unique & harmonious living experience! Title V Pass!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
60.97 acresLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jen Wilson Home Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Bought with Amanda Rivera• Coldwell Banker Community REALTORS®
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Market trends in 01098, MA
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
103.1%
+6.7% MoM
Median sale price
$360K
$81 MoM
Avg. days on market
14d
13 days MoM
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Sale history for 79 River Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73296104
Jan 17, 2025
Sold
$645,000
$255/sq ft
Dec 17, 2024
Contingent
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Dec 5, 2024
Price Changed
$645,000
$255/sq ft
Sep 27, 2024
Listed
$675,000
$266/sq ft
BCMLS #221249
Sep 28, 2018
Sold
$525,000
$207/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$539,000
$213/sq ft
+28
Public Remarks
60+ acres of unrestricted forest lands with the Middle Branch of the Westfield River running year round is the setting for this custom post and beam home. Located in the hills of Worthington affording the ''country life'' yest 20 minutes to the west will bring you to the Berkshires and just over 30 minutes east and you're in Northampton. Truly a location offering so much on many levels. Currently set up as two bedrooms but easily converted to three if needed, this home is ideal for a weekend retreat or vacation home or the perfect full time residence. boasting a well appointed kitchen, massive double sided fireplace and even a state of the art home theater and family room with jukebox and gas stove. As if 60 acres weren't enough, you also border Peru State Forest. Welcome home~ New Roof 06/2018
MLS PIN #72277584
Sep 28, 2018
Sold
$525,000
$207/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$539,000
$213/sq ft
+24
Post & Beam home on 60+ acres with River Frontage... Bordering Peru State Forest! 60+ acres of unrestricted forest lands with the Middle Branch of the Westfield River running year round is the setting for this custom post and beam home. Located in the hills of Worthington affording the ''country life'' yest 20 minutes to the west will bring you to the Berkshires and just over 30 minutes east and you're in Northampton. Truly a location offering so much on many levels. Currently set up as two bedrooms but easily converted to three if needed, this home is ideal for a weekend retreat or vacation home or the perfect full time residence. boasting a well appointed kitchen, massive double sided fireplace and even a state of the art home theater and family room with jukebox and gas stove. As if 60 acres weren't enough, you also border Peru State Forest. Welcome home~
BCMLS #212709
Oct 4, 2016
Listing Removed
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Sep 1, 2015
Listed
$569,000
$225/sq ft
MLS PIN #30246874
Oct 28, 1998
Sold
$325,000
$128/sq ft
Aug 3, 1998
Listed
$340,000
$134/sq ft
MLS PIN #30061385
Oct 30, 1995
Sold
$290,000
$114/sq ft
Aug 3, 1995
Listed
$335,000
$132/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,968 (+3.6%)
$138,200 + $463,300
$601,500
2022
$8,655 (+3.3%)
$138,200 + $401,400
$539,600
2021
$8,376 (−4.6%)
$138,200 + $372,200
$510,400
2020
$8,784 (+1.7%)
$138,200 + $372,200
$510,400
2019
$8,639 (+3.0%)
$160,300 + $369,700
$530,000
2018
$8,385 (−1.5%)
$160,300 + $369,700
$530,000
2017
$8,509 (+3.3%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2016
$8,237 (+15.2%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2015
$7,150 (+3.0%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2014
$6,943 (+4.8%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2013
$6,625 (−2.4%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2012
$6,789 (−1.5%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2011
$6,892
$153,100 + $401,800
$554,900
Tax history for 79 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,968 (+3.6%)
$138,200 + $463,300
$601,500
2022
$8,655 (+3.3%)
$138,200 + $401,400
$539,600
2021
$8,376 (−4.6%)
$138,200 + $372,200
$510,400
2020
$8,784 (+1.7%)
$138,200 + $372,200
$510,400
2019
$8,639 (+3.0%)
$160,300 + $369,700
$530,000
2018
$8,385 (−1.5%)
$160,300 + $369,700
$530,000
2017
$8,509 (+3.3%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2016
$8,237 (+15.2%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2015
$7,150 (+3.0%)
$163,700 + $349,200
$512,900
2014
$6,943 (+4.8%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2013
$6,625 (−2.4%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2012
$6,789 (−1.5%)
$150,300 + $345,600
$495,900
2011
$6,892
$153,100 + $401,800
$554,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
60.97 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
2,534
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3856545
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved