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8 South Street

Townsend, MA 01469
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,631

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Acres1.70

Acres(Lot)

THE SPECTACULAR SETTING IS EVERYTHING!! Own a piece of history in the heart of highly sought-after Townsend Harbor historic district. This grand Colonial sits alongside the rolling Squannacook River directly out your front door. An antique lover’s dream that beautifully marries small-town charm with today's modern conveniences. Some of the many upgrades include 200 AMP CB, New Boiler 2020, generator outlet, and recent roof. It's 8 Rm floorplan wraps you in comforting nostalgia with 4 fireplaces, some wideboard flrs & built-ins. Imagine the scent of apple pie baking in the oven, enjoy summer weekends with sizzling BBQ's & family festivities on the meticulously manicured 1.7 ACRES with gazebo, afternoon tea in the sprawling screened porch, relax with the sounds of the beautiful waterfall. Th e property exudes timeless elegance with tremendous curb appeal, and is the perfect retreat after a busy day. The 2 bonus rooms upstairs offer endless possibilities. Prime Americana living awaits!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $575,000

AD Id : 79210168

MLS Id : 73523364

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 1.70 Acres

Living Area Size : 1,631

Year Built : 1803

Garage : 1

County : Middlesex

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  • Bedroom Information

    Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16x14 Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Kitchen Information

    Dining Room Dimensions: 14x11 Dining Room Remarks: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood Kitchen Dimensions: 25x15 Kitchen Room Remarks: Dining Area, Pantry, Gas Stove

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 2 Living Room Dimensions: 14x14 Window Feature: Storm Window(s)
  • Flooring Information

    Wood, Tile, Pine
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bonus Room, Sitting Room, Mud Room Roof: Shingle Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Steam, Natural Gas Cooling: Window Unit(s), 3 or More Water front: Yes WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1803 Construction Materials: Frame Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Exterior Features

    Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo
    Foundation Details: Stone
    Porch: Screened, Patio
  • Road Types

    Paved
    Public

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Easements, Level Lot Size Area: 1.7 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 74,052 Lot Acres: 1.7 Waterfront: Waterfront, Stream, River, Frontage, Direct Access, Private Main Square Feet: 1.7

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Colonial, Antique, Federal SQ ft (Living Area): 1,631

  • Listing Price Information

    Original Listing Price: $575000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Lot: 0 Parcel Number: 805342 Annual Tax: $5935.87

  • Parking Information

    # of Garage Spaces: 1 Has Garage: Yes Attached Garage: Yes Parking Total: 7 Attached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

  • Elementary School: Spaulding
    Junior High School: Hawthorne Brook
    Senior High School: North Middlesex
  • Utility Information

    for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
  • Location Information

    Direction: Route 119 to South St (House is across from Townsend Harbor waterfall)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/07/2026 @ 11:45

MLS: 73523364 LISTED BY: Linda Bourgeois, Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford 978-692-2121 SOURCE: MLS Property Information Network

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