$3,850,000

279 Main St Groton, MA 01450

6 beds
4 full
8,800 sqft
1.0 acres
$438 / sqft
House

Property details

About 279 Main St

This One-Of-A-kind Estate boasts many Unique Features and Historic Significance. Situated on a corner lot in Downtown Groton, this former Chapel, owned by the prestigious Groton School, was built in 1887 and converted to a Single-Family Home, maintaining its Gothic Revival Architecture. President FDR attended the Groton School and lovingly wrote to his parents about his time in the Chapel. Designed for Multi-Generational Living, there are 3 Kitchens with Quartz counters, Natural Gas Ranges, and 3 Laundry Areas. The major renovation included a new roof, Central HVAC, 2 fireplaces, and all new electrical & plumbing. A large Apartment is above the 4-Car Garage. The lower level is connected but has its own entrance and includes a Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, an Office, Laundry, and a Bonus Room. There are 2 Entrances with a Circular Driveway and a Fenced Back Yard. The Low-Maintenance grounds include a covered Paver Patio, a Fire Pit, Stone Walkways, and many Specimen Trees. MUST SEE!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s), Ductless
Size8,800 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73361399
Attached garage4 spaces
WaterfrontBeach, Lake Front, River
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73361399
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: EXIT Assurance Realty
  • Office Phone: (978) 448-6800
  • Listing Agent: Jeff Gordon

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 15, 2018
Home Sold
$300,000
Nov 20, 2014
Home Sold
$250,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,194,800$18,030
2023$1,083,900$16,952
2022$568,400$9,771
2021$468,800$8,251
2020$427,000$7,421
2019$568,200$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Florence Roche Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.3 mi

342 Main St

5

Page Hilltop Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.2 mi

115 Washington St

5

Varnum Brook Elementary School

Public District KG-4

4.0 mi

10 Hollis St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $134,082. Typical income of Groton, MA residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

4%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
43%
100k-200k
24%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
13%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 279 Main St

This home is located at 279 Main St in Groton, MA and zip code 01450. This 8,800 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 1.00 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,850,000.

While more than 6 listings in Groton, MA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Groton, MA between February and March 2025 increased by 20.7%. In March 2025 median list price was $805,000 and the average listing age was 32 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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