For sale

$2,995,000

279 Main St, Groton, MA 01450

5beds

8,800sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1905

1 Acres Lot

$2,847,800 Zestimate^®

$340/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Circular drivewayStriking gothic revival architectureBeautifully curated low-maintenance groundsPrivate fenced backyard

This home is a truly extraordinary offering. An iconic 1887 former chapel in Groton Center, once owned by the prestigious Groton School, now beautifully converted to a single-family residence while preserving its striking Gothic Revival architecture. Thoughtfully designed for multigenerational living with remarkable versatility, this home easily accommodates extended family, guests, or income-producing possibilities. A spacious apartment above the four-car garage expands the options even further. The connected lower level offers excellent privacy with its own entrance and features a full kitchen, two bedrooms, an office, laundry, and a bonus room ideal for an in-law suite. Set on a corner lot with two entrances and a circular driveway, the property also offers a private, fenced backyard and beautifully curated, low-maintenance grounds. A rare blend of architectural beauty, historic significance, and modern-day versatility

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 4

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Features

Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Walk-up Attic
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble
Doors: Insulated Doors
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 2

Interior area

Total structure area: 8,800
Total interior livable area: 8,800 sqft
Finished area above ground: 6,069
Finished area below ground: 2,731

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 10
Parking features: Attached, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 4
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Covered
Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 1 Acres
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: 4303724
Zoning: RA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Post & Beam
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1905

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Private School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Groton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $340/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,194,800
Annual tax amount: $18,221
Date on market: 4/7/2026

Estimated market value

$2,847,800

$2.71M - $2.99M

$7,108/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/6/2026	Listed for sale	$2,995,000-7.8%$340/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73496290 Report a problem
8/19/2025	Listing removed	$3,250,000$369/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73361399 Report a problem
6/12/2025	Price change	$3,250,000-15.6%$369/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73361399 Report a problem
4/18/2025	Listed for sale	$3,850,000+1183.3%$438/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73361399 Report a problem
10/15/2018	Sold	$300,000+20%$34/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/20/2014	Sold	$250,000$28/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$18,221 +1.1%	$1,194,800
2024	$18,030 +6.4%	$1,194,800 +10.2%
2023	$16,952 +73.5%	$1,083,900 +90.7%
2022	$9,771 +18.4%	$568,400 +21.2%
2021	$8,251 +11.2%	$468,800 +9.8%
2020	$7,421	$427,000 -24.9%
2019	--	$568,200 +9.2%
2018	--	$520,300
2017	--	$520,300 +2.3%
2016	--	$508,700
2015	--	$508,700

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