Classic farmhouse in a pastoral setting featuring many modern updates whilst maintaining original charm! Located in lovely West Townsend on 5+ acres of land! This home boasts a welcoming entranceway that leads you to an enormous country kitchen which was completely renovated incl. cabinets, countertops, flooring and appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen you will find a large living room and a first floor bedroom. There is also an amazing bathroom on this level. The second floor has a good sized master bedroom with ensuite and another bedroom with a sitting area. There is also an office/library with a balcony on this level. Recent upgrades include FHW heating system 2019, roof 2020, wood stove 2023, newer roof on barn, and new asphalt driveway. It is a true equestrian property incl. a barn just steps from the house with 3 stalls, running water and electric power; and a paddock with over one acre of fenced in pasture. First showings at Open Houses; Thurs. 6/25, 5pm-7pm & Sun.6/28, 12pm-2pm
Under contract
$669,000
38 W Elm St, Townsend, MA 01474
3beds
2,544sqft
Equestrian
Built in 1870
5.13 Acres Lot
$517,200 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New asphalt drivewayNewer roof on barnWelcoming entrancewayPastoral settingEnormous country kitchenAmazing bathroom
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- 649 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Linda White 508-292-2678,
Conway - Mansfield 508-339-0022
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73539397
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Cabinets - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Balcony - Exterior, Attic Access
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Attic Access, Home Office, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,544
- Total interior livable area: 2,544 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,544
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony - Exterior, Balcony, Barn/Stable, Garden
Lot
- Size: 5.13 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable
- Parcel number: M:0048 B:0030 L:0000,806100
- Zoning: RA3
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Equestrian
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $263/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $433,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,289
- Date on market: 6/21/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$517,200
$476,000 - $559,000
$3,868/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Contingent | $669,000$263/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $669,000+119.3%$263/sqft |
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| 8/23/2019 | Sold | $305,000-3.1%$120/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty solds #-3447919229696841386 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2019 | Pending sale | $314,900$124/sqft |
Source: EXIT New Options Real Estate #72479209 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2019 | Price change | $314,900-3.1%$124/sqft |
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| 4/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $324,900+10.1%$128/sqft |
Source: EXIT New Options Real Estate #72479209 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2016 | Listing removed | $295,000$116/sqft |
Source: EXIT NEW OPTIONS REAL ESTATE #72074543 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $295,000+1%$116/sqft |
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| 11/18/2003 | Sold | $292,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,289 +0.8% | $433,100 |
| 2024 | $6,241 +7.3% | $433,100 +13.7% |
| 2023 | $5,814 +5.5% | $381,000 +21.8% |
| 2022 | $5,510 +2% | $312,900 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $5,400 +6.2% | $294,600 +13.1% |
| 2020 | $5,083 +1% | $260,400 |
| 2019 | $5,034 +6.8% | $260,400 +11.9% |
| 2018 | $4,715 +6.1% | $232,700 +3% |
| 2017 | $4,445 -1.2% | $226,000 -0.5% |
| 2016 | $4,499 +2.2% | $227,200 -1.3% |
| 2015 | $4,401 -1% | $230,300 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $4,444 +5.1% | $227,100 -1.9% |
| 2013 | $4,229 +1.4% | $231,600 -5.8% |
| 2012 | $4,170 -4.8% | $245,900 -11.6% |
| 2011 | $4,380 -3% | $278,300 -5.7% |
| 2010 | $4,516 +7.8% | $295,000 -4% |
| 2009 | $4,190 +2.5% | $307,200 +1.1% |
| 2008 | $4,086 +10% | $304,000 +2% |
| 2007 | $3,716 +1.8% | $298,000 |
| 2006 | $3,651 +7.3% | $298,000 +18.4% |
| 2005 | $3,403 +5.7% | $251,700 +10% |
| 2004 | $3,219 +2.2% | $228,800 |
| 2003 | $3,151 +20.7% | $228,800 +46.8% |
| 2002 | $2,611 +14.7% | $155,900 +18.2% |
| 2000 | $2,277 +2.4% | $131,900 +3.5% |
| 1999 | $2,223 | $127,400 |
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Neighborhood: 01474
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- 4/10Spaulding Memorial SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Hawthorne Brook Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10North Middlesex Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Townsend
- 01474
- 38 W Elm St
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