METICULOUSLY RESTORED—JUST STEPS FROM THE HISTORIC TOWN COMMON—and NO FOSSIL FUELS! Stately and versatile, this BEAUTIFUL antique home offers 4–5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, laundry room, and option for first-floor living—ideal for extended and multi-generational families, guests, studio, and/or home office. Includes a spacious, granite, eat-in kitchen, perfect for holidays and large gatherings. Historic charm shines throughout with original gleaming wood floors, woodwork, and front and back stairways. FULLY UPDATED modern upgrades provide exceptional comfort including ENERGY-EFFICIENT, zoned heat pumps for central, ducted heat/AC, new double-pane windows, new thermal insulated exterior entry doors, and clean, dry, well-lit, sealed basement with foam insulation and poured cement floor. MANY ADDITIONAL UPGRADES include new 30-year asphalt shingle roof, new 200-amp electrical panels and wiring, new plumbing, new 850 ft. well with 25 gallons per minute flow, new septic system, new heat pump hot water heater, new interior and exterior paint, new Colonial chip sealed driveway, and more. Property also features an AMAZING, ORIGINAL, FULLY RESTORED POST-AND-BEAM BARN with thermal insulated automatic doors, parking for two vehicles, loft storage, and workshop potential. Set on nearly an acre with two private, extra-large porches for dining, lounging, and outdoor enjoyment. Walk to top-rated Petersham Center School and Playground, Country Store, Library, Post Office, Friday Market, and Scenic Trails. Easy access to major routes and just under 30 miles to Worcester, Amherst, and Leominster. PETERSHAM is a beautiful, QUINTESSENTIAL NEW ENGLAND TOWN filled with historic charm, scenic beauty, conservation land, and local culture. Enjoy historic character, modern efficiency, outdoor recreation, and friendly, peaceful, small-town living at its best! (Virtually Staged)
Concrete perimeter, stone and brick/mortar foundation
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
200+ amp electric service
Wiring/utility hookups for electric range, electric oven and electric dryer
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby include shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, stables, golf, medical facility, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, and schools/university
Other
Property sits on 0.85 acres
Electricity and solar
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This antique Colonial is assessed as a two-family home but is suitable for use as a single-family home as well. Two bedrooms per unit. This home contains many original period details such as built-ins, wood floors, fireplaces, antique woodwork and a winding staircase. Attached two-story barn. Renovation is called for here, but a project like this does not come along often. Opportunity knocks. HUD Home. Sold “AS IS” by electronic bid only. Offers due by 11:59 PM Central Time daily until sold. FHA Case #251-303230. FHA category Uninsured, eligible for FHA 203k.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,906 (+16.6%)
$51,100 + $196,300
$247,400
2022
$3,350 (−8.5%)
$51,100 + $196,300
$247,400
2021
$3,661 (−4.9%)
$46,500 + $192,600
$239,100
2020
$3,851 (+3.4%)
$40,200 + $181,500
$221,700
2019
$3,723 (+4.1%)
$35,300 + $184,600
$219,900
2018
$3,578 (−4.5%)
$34,000 + $184,600
$218,600
2017
$3,746 (−1.4%)
$35,500 + $195,900
$231,400
2016
$3,800 (−2.4%)
$35,500 + $195,900
$231,400
2015
$3,894 (+6.7%)
$35,500 + $193,700
$229,200
2014
$3,651 (−1.5%)
$35,500 + $193,700
$229,200
2013
$3,708 (+8.0%)
$35,500 + $193,700
$229,200
2012
$3,432 (+3.7%)
$35,500 + $185,800
$221,300
2011
$3,310 (+1.2%)
$39,500 + $194,100
$233,600
2010
$3,270 (+5.4%)
$39,500 + $206,400
$245,900
2009
$3,102
$39,500 + $211,100
$250,600
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.85 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,071
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,071
Year built
1834
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Worcester County
APN
3213149
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Petersham, MA • 01366
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
29
13
32
15
47
27
58
36
66
47
78
56
82
61
78
55
73
51
61
40
48
31
34
18
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 25 West St
$733,242
$17K under list price of $750K
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