8 South Street, Townsend MA 01469

Townsend, MA 01469 • Townsend Harbor

$575,000

Est. $3,602/month

2

Beds

1.5

Baths

1,631

Sq Ft

$353

Price/Sq Ft

1.70

Acres

1803

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

10 hours 49 minutes

Time on Market

Active Listed May 24, 2026 • MLS# 73523364 Copied!

About this home

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. The 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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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1803

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

1

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,631 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1803

Living Area 1,631 sq ft

Lot Size 1.70 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas

Cooling Window Unit(s), 3 Or More

Flooring Wood, Tile, Pine

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Fireplaces 4

Basement Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry First Floor, Washer Hookup

Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bonus Room, Sitting Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Colonial, Antique, Federal

Roof Shingle

Features Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Screened, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Carriage Shed, Off Street, Stone/gravel

Total Spaces 7

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Other (see Remarks), Generator Connection

Water Public

Sewer Private Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $5,936

Assessed Value $431,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bonus Room, Sitting Room, Mud Room

Windows: Storm Window(s)

Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry: First Floor, Washer Hookup

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Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique, Federal

Year Built: 1803

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas

Cooling: Window Unit(s), 3 or More

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Private Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo

Patio & Porch: Screened, Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures: Workshop, Gazebo

Lot Features: Easements, Level

Road Frontage: 200.00 ft

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 7

Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4

Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Waterfront: Yes

Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Stream, River, Frontage, Direct Access, Private

View: Yes

View Type: Scenic View(s)

Community Amenities: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, Other

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Townsend Harbor

8 South Street, Townsend MA 01469

Townsend, MA 01469

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Nearby Schools

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North Middlesex School District local

🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021

77% attend college

64% 4-Year 13% 2-Year 24% Out of State 0% Working

✓ School Safety 2024-25

2.7% Above Average

2.7% Suspensions 0.3% In-School

↓ 2.8% below state avg

H

High Schools

1 school

B+

North Middlesex Regional High School

0.5 mi | #110 of 346 | Score: 59.4

Improved 17 spots from last year

+1.2 above state avg

711 students Moderate

High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum

Grades 09-12

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May 24, 2026

$575,000

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Agent: Linda Bourgeois Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
05/24/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$575,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
May 24, 2026	New Listing Added	$575,000	—
May 24, 2026	Sold	$649,000	—

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Time on Market

10 hours 49 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$353

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2026	$5,936	$431,700

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