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Property Description
*** $15,000 CREDIT TO BUYER AT CLOSING *** Incredible Property at an Incredible Price in the heart of highly desired Townsend Harbor historic district. Stately Colonial with fabulous curb appeal featuring GORGEOUS 1.7 ACRE park-like grounds alongside the Squannacook River with sprawling lawn to enjoy summer weekends with family & friends, a gazebo, storage shed & brick patio . An antique lover's dream that beautifully blends historic 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 Room floorplan wraps you in comforting nostalgia with 4 fireplaces, some wideboard floors & built-ins. Shows pride of ownership! The 2 Bonus Rooms upstairs offer flexibility and endless possibilities . 3-BR Septic System/Title 5 Approved. Located handy to commuter routes, shopping area, local dining spots, coffee shops and just steps to the New Squannacook Rail Trail. A Must See! Opportunity is Knocking!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8 South St
General
- Sold For: $538,000
- Taxes: $5,935 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73523364
- Added to Site: 105 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bonus Room, Sitting Room, Mud Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Shower Stall, Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Yes, 16.00 x 14.00, Second, 224 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Dressing Room, 16.00 x 14.00, Second, 224 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Wood Flooring, 14.00 x 14.00, First, 196 Sq. Ft.
- Family Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wood Flooring, 14.00 x 16.00, First, 224 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: Dining Area, Pantry, Gas Stove, 25.00 x 15.00, First, 375 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wood Flooring, 14.00 x 11.00, First, 154 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: First Floor, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo
- Color: White/Red
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Off Street, Stone/Gravel
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Route 119 to South St (House is across from Townsend Harbor waterfall)
School Information
- Elementary School: Spaulding
- Middle School: Hawthorne Brook
- High School: North Middlesex
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s), 3 or More
- Heating Type: Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Steam, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Antique, Federal
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,631
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,631 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1803
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop, Gazebo
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.7
- Lot Dimensions: 1.7
- Frontage: Public
- Frontage Feet: 200
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Lot Features: Easements, Level
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Waterfront, Stream, River, Frontage, Direct Access, Private
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $329.86
- Tax Amount: $5,935.87
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: All measurements approx. Local Historic District. FEMA Map Zone AE. 3-Bedroom Septic System installed 1995. Buyer/Buyer-Agent to perform own due diligence.
- Property ID: 805342
- Block/Lot/Section: 68
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Schools
Schools serving 8 South St
School District:North Middlesex School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hawthorne Brook Middle School 64 Brookline Street, Townsend, MA 01469 | 5-8 | 2.2 mi |
Squannacook Early Childhood Center 66 Brookline Street, Townsend, MA 01469 | PK- | 2.4 mi |
Spaulding Memorial 1 Whitcomb Street, Townsend, MA 01469 | K-4 | 2.5 mi |
North Middlesex Regional High School 19 Main Street, Townsend, MA 01469 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8 South St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/31/2026
Sold
$538,000
-5.61%
MLS
6/18/2026
Price Reduced
$570,000
-0.87%
MLS
5/24/2026
Listed
$575,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8 South St, Townsend, MA 01469 (MLS# 73523364) is a Single Family property that was sold at $538,000 on July 31, 2026. This property was listed by Linda Bourgeois from our Westford Office.Want to learn more about 8 South St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Townsend? You can browse all Townsend real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


