Listing now includes an additional approximately 25 acres, for a total offering of approximately 44 acres. A rare opportunity to own the iconic Hamilton Orchards, a beloved New Salem destination for generations. Protected by an Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR), this unique property offers an opportunity for qualifying agricultural operations while preserving its rich farming heritage.The approximately 19-acre parcel features a 3,000+ sq. ft. retail building with multiple walk-in coolers and freezers, expansive retail space, storage areas, and four half baths. A separate approximately 400 sq. ft. seasonal cottage historically housed orchard workers and is not a year-round residence. The property also includes a greenhouse structure in need of a new cover and a small pond.The additional approximately 25-acre parcel includes approximately 30 peach trees, 60 Asian pear trees, 10 Clapp pear trees, later-season blueberries, and Serenity Hill, offering views toward the Quabbin Reservoir. The approximately 19-acre parcel also contains roughly 2 acres of blueberries with approximately 900 bushes and approximately 800 apple trees planted in the 1980s, many of which may no longer be viable. When in operation, Hamilton Orchards was known for pick-your-own apples, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, and pumpkins, along with its farm stand, bakery, cider, maple syrup, and seasonal events. Today, the property presents a rare opportunity to continue its agricultural legacy or reimagine its future within the permitted uses of the APR. Property is being sold as-is, where-is and is in need of TLC. Heating system is not operational; condition of equipment is unknown. Title V is buyer’s responsibility. Sale is subject to the Commonwealth’s right of first refusal. Buyer and buyer’s agent to perform all due diligence regarding APR requirements, permitted uses, property condition, and suitability for buyer’s intended agricultural operation.
Lot/land
Price increase: $75K (10/4)
$450,000
25 West St, New Salem, MA 01355
--beds
0baths
19.15Acres
Agriculture
Built in ----
19.15 Acres Lot
$549,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small pondLater-season blueberries
- 51 days
- 497
- 34
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kristen Dodge 978-729-9875,
LAER Realty Partners 978-249-8800
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73570839
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has basement: No
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Water
- Frontage length: 1086.00
Lot
- Size: 19.15 Acres
- Features: Easements, Wetlands, Farm, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:0404 B:0000 L:0034,4071205
- Zoning: C2
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: On-Site
- Gas: None
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Salem
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $464,313
- Annual tax amount: $5,172
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$549,400
$451,000 - $643,000
$3,155/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/4/2026 | Price change | $450,000+20% |
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| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,791 -0.4% | $426,400 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $5,816 -0.1% | $404,724 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $5,822 -11.3% | $379,291 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $6,565 +3.7% | $347,003 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $6,329 +8.8% | $322,423 |
| 2020 | $5,817 +2.8% | $322,423 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $5,657 +2% | $321,988 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $5,545 | $305,834 +3.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $296,416 +0.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $293,998 +2.7% |
| 2015 | -- | $286,206 +6.3% |
| 2005 | $3,506 +30.9% | $269,300 +25.7% |
| 2003 | $2,679 +6.6% | $214,300 +24.4% |
| 2001 | $2,514 | $172,200 |
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