79 New Salem Rd Petersham, MA 01366
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About 79 New Salem Rd
This historic New England country estate, located just 10.8 miles from Route 2 in Petersham, MA, was once part of the West Road Inn. The circa 1850 manor is set on 3.28 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, offering a private oasis for nature lovers. Each room is grand with custom millwork and coffered ceilings. French doors from the oversized living room lead to a cozy kitchen, sunroom, and spacious screened-in patio ideal for crisp summer mornings. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, this home offers luxury accommodations for gatherings. The master suite overlooks the extensive grounds, including an in-ground pool, tennis courts, and a backyard bordering wooded acres. Additional features include a generator and a 3-car garage. Lovingly restored and preserved, this estate is ready for its next curator. Included in this sale are 2 additional lots next to the home Lot 72 & 71 making it a total of 14.69 acres. MLS# 73356499 & 73356502
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- MLS Number: 73360411
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors
- Office Phone: (508) 852-4227
- Listing Agent: Angela Rogers
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 06, 2005 | Home Sold | $65,000 |
| Oct 05, 1993 | Home Sold | $230,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $564,400 | $8,071 |
| 2023 | $424,000 | $6,695 |
| 2022 | $424,000 | $5,741 |
| 2021 | $411,700 | $6,303 |
| 2020 | $384,200 | $6,674 |
| 2019 | $381,400 | $6,457 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Petersham Center
Public District KG-6
0.3 mi
•31 Spring St
7
Ruggles Lane School
Public District PK-6
6.0 mi
•105 Ruggles Ln
2
Athol Community Elementary School
Public District PK-4
6.2 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. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 79 New Salem Rd
This home is located at 79 New Salem Rd in Petersham, MA and zip code 01366. This 3,818 square foot home, which was built in 1850, sits on a 14.69 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $915,000.