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#73361919, James Ermini, Listing Office: New England Classic Homes
$559,900 List price
42 New Salem Rd Petersham, MA 01366
$6,649
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
2,052 sqft
1.1 acres
$273 / sqft
House
Property details
About 42 New Salem Rd
Charming cape in picturesque town of Petersham, gorgeous yard blooming with flowers and gardens. House is 3-4 bedrooms with 2 full baths and attached 32x40 garage. Recent updates include a brand new boiler and a newer roth oil tank. House has been freshly painted and has hardwood floors and southern yellow pine floors. If you have been looking to get into this town here is your chance.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
Size2,052 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.1 Acres
Year built1955
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73370483
Attached garage6 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 6 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Architectural Style: Cape
- Heating: Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $559,900
- Price/SqFt: $272
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,533
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: off 122
- Year Built: 1955
- Living Area: 2,052 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.1 Acres
- MLS Number: 73370483
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Compass Realty
- Office Phone: (978) 830-4280
- Listing Agent: Jason Dodge
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 08, 2006 | Home Sold | $44,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $317,000 | $4,533 |
| 2023 | $253,300 | $4,000 |
| 2022 | $253,300 | $3,430 |
| 2021 | $244,600 | $3,745 |
| 2020 | $223,000 | $3,874 |
| 2019 | $212,200 | $3,593 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Petersham Center
Public District KG-6
0.1 mi
•31 Spring St
7
Ruggles Lane School
Public District PK-6
5.7 mi
•105 Ruggles Ln
2
Athol Community Elementary School
Public District PK-4
6.5 mi
•1064 Pleasant St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,942. Residents of Petersham, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 42 New Salem Rd
The listing price of 42 New Salem Rd property is $559,900.
The property 42 New Salem Rd is a house located in Petersham, Massachusetts, 01366.
Active Listing: 42 New Salem Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 42 New Salem Rd are: Petersham Center (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ruggles Lane School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Athol Community Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Athol - Royalston Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Quabbin Regional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Narragansett Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Athol High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Quabbin Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,533 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 8, 2006 for $44,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 42 New Salem Rd has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 42 New Salem Rd is 2,052 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 42 New Salem Rd is 1955.
This home is located at 42 New Salem Rd in Petersham, MA and zip code 01366. This 2,052 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 1.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $559,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.