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NATURE-LOVER'S PARADISE!!! Updated, antique Cape nestled by miles of conservation land and trails. The peaceful, private backyard overlooks a marsh, pond, and woodlands for wildlife viewing at its best. This 4 bed/1 bath home with living, dining, kitchen, library, and laundry blends period charm with modern efficiency. Highlights include original wide-pine floors, classic central stair, and preserved woodwork, paired with state-of-the-art heat pumps providing zoned heat, A/C, and hot water-all with no fossil fuels. Additional upgrades include double-pane windows, metal roof, soapstone wood stove, and foam insulation for comfort and warmth. Also includes horse stable, goat shed/chicken coop, enclosed fencing, and raised bed gardens for hobby farm. Extra storage space with tack room, attic, and mud entry. Quiet, friendly neighborhood close to historic Town Common, major routes, shopping, and top-rated Petersham Center School. Make this sweet cottage home your slice of heaven today!

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms4
  • Mls StatusUnder Agreement
  • Bathroom1
  • Contingency Inspection
  • Lot Features Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Marsh
  • Parcel Number M:412 B:5 L:0,3213572

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $330,500
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$4,789

School Information

  • High School Mahar Regional Or Quabbin
  • Elementary SchoolPetersham Center School
  • Junior HighMahar Regional Or Quabbin

Parking

  • Parking Spaces2
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Unpaved

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 1
  • Bedroom 2 Second
  • Bedroom 3 Second
  • Bedroom 4 Second
  • Dining Room First
  • Family Room First
  • Full Bath1
  • Kitchen First
  • Living Room First
  • Master Bedroom Second

Basic Information

  • List Price$475,000
  • MLS Number73508082
  • Modification Date05/16/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • PurchaseContractDate05/01/2026

Location

  • Address53 East Street
  • Building Number53
  • CountyWorcester
  • StateMA
  • StreetEast Street
  • TownPetersham
  • Zip01366

Building

  • BasementFull, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Post & Beam
  • Door Features Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 3
  • FoundationStone
  • Foundation Area 1026
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio
  • Property StyleCape, Antique, Greek Revival
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Window Features Insulated Windows, Screens
  • Year Built1850
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage1.6
  • Frontage Length 150
  • Other Structures Barn/Stable

Interior

  • Flooring Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features Mud Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • Barn/Stable
    • Fenced Yard
    • Garden
    • Horses Permitted
    • Paddock
    • Patio
    • Screens
    • Storage
  • Fencing Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • RoofMetal

Utilities

  • Cooling Heat Pump
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric 200+ Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
  • Sewer Private Sewer
  • Water Source Private

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,494
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,494
  • Lot Size Square Feet 69,696
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • View YN Yes

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Shopping
    • Stable(s)
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedElectric Water Heater, Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
  • Green Energy Efficient Thermostat
  • Horse Amenities Paddocks
  • Horse YN Yes

Water Body

  • WaterfrontYes
  • Waterfront Features Waterfront, Pond, Direct Access, Marsh, Private

Other

  • Date Listed04/27/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by James Ermini Attorney/Broker of New England Classic Homes

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