79 Shaker, Harvard, MA 01451
$875,000
Welcome to the Shaker Village Second House, circa 1795. The generous floorplan includes a total of five levels, of which three are used as living space. The main central hall level features four well-proportioned rooms, each with original historic details including wide pine floors, Shaker peg rails, and a number of unique built-in features. Stairs leading to the floor below bring you to a welcoming family room with a woodstove, a fireplaced dining room, and a kitchen overlooking the rear yard and a laundry/mudroom. On the second level there are also four large rooms, plus a full bath. The walkup attic area is partially finished. Many restorations have been completed since 1968 with the goal of preserving original features while adding convenience and comfort.Set on a quiet acre with lawn gardens and trees abutting conservation lands, this home offers a glimpse into the unique Shaker History in a wonderful community of similarly preserved historic homes in the vibrant town of Harvard
— MLSPIN #: 73351945Open Houses
Come discover this rare opportunity to live in an authentic Shaker House. This extraordinary house includes loads of historic detail and spacious bright rooms. It is set on a quiet street on a beautiful lot next to acres of conservation lands. Harvard is one of the most desired towns west of Boston offereing exceptionally rated schools and a wonderful sense of community.
| List Price: | $875,000 |
|---|---|
| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73351945 |
| Town: | Harvard |
| County: | Worcester |
| Zip: | 01451 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Full Baths: | 2 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 4,135 sqft |
| Acres: | 1.14 |
| Taxes: | 15,189 |
| Appliances: | Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment |
| Cooling: | None |
| Flooring: | Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood |
| Heating: | Baseboard |
| Parking Features: | Off Street, Unpaved |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Private |
| Year Built: | 1795 |
| Accessibility Features: | No |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Window Features: | Storm Window(s) |
| Directions: | Ayer Rd to S Shaker, left on Shaker Rd |
| Laundry Features: | Flooring - Wood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, First Floor |
| Foundation Details: | Stone, Granite, Irregular |
| Electric: | Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Generator Connection |
| Construction Materials: | Frame, Post & Beam |
| Fireplace Features: | Dining Room, Family Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-03-30 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 1.14 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 49,658 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Rooms Total: | 12 |
| Architectural Style: | Colonial, Antique |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Basement: | Bulkhead, Dirt Floor |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 4,135 |
| Community Features: | Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School |
| Door Features: | Storm Door(s) |
| Exterior Features: | Storage, Garden |
| Interior Features: | Home Office, Study, Sitting Room, Center Hall, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Open Parking?: | Yes |
| Parcel Number: | 1533389 |
| Road Frontage Type: | Public |
| Road Surface Type: | Paved |
| Sewer: | Private Sewer |
| Utilities: | for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection |
| Zoning: | RES |
| Elementary School: | Harvard |
| Exclusions: | Personal Property |
| High School: | Harvard |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Harvard |
| View: | Scenic View(s) |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Disclosures: | Property is within the Harvard Shaker Historic District with guidelines for exterior. |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Listing Terms: | Contract |
| Color: | Gray Green |
| Disclosure: | Yes |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| Heat Zones: | 3 |
| Laundry Dimen: | 12X13 |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $211.61 |
| Page: | 318 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $211.61 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Uffi: | No |
| Year Round: | Yes |
| Original List Price: | $875,000 |
| Parking Total: | 3 |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Room Bathroom1 Area: | 15 |
| Room Bathroom1 Features: | Bathroom - Half |
| Room Bathroom1 Length: | 3 |
| Room Bathroom1 Level: | First |
| Room Bathroom1 Width: | 5 |
| Room Bathroom2 Area: | 40 |
| Room Bathroom2 Features: | Bathroom - Full |
| Room Bathroom2 Length: | 5 |
| Room Bathroom2 Level: | Second |
| Room Bathroom2 Width: | 8 |
| Room Bathroom3 Area: | 48 |
| Room Bathroom3 Features: | Bathroom - Full |
| Room Bathroom3 Length: | 6 |
| Room Bathroom3 Level: | Third |
| Room Bathroom3 Width: | 8 |
| Room Bedroom2 Area: | 357 |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood |
| Room Bedroom2 Length: | 17 |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Third |
| Room Bedroom2 Width: | 21 |
| Room Bedroom3 Area: | 216 |
| Room Bedroom3 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Wood |
| Room Bedroom3 Length: | 12 |
| Room Bedroom3 Level: | Third |
| Room Bedroom3 Width: | 18 |
| Room Dining Room Area: | $192.00 |
| Room Dining Room Features: | Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood |
| Room Dining Room Length: | 12 |
| Room Dining Room Level: | First |
| Room Dining Room Width: | 16 |
| Room Family Room Area: | 464 |
| Room Family Room Features: | Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood |
| Room Family Room Length: | 16 |
| Room Family Room Level: | First |
| Room Family Room Width: | 29 |
| Room Kitchen Area: | 208 |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area |
| Room Kitchen Length: | 13 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Width: | 16 |
| Room Living Room Area: | 306 |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Wood |
| Room Living Room Length: | 17 |
| Room Living Room Level: | Second |
| Room Living Room Width: | 18 |
| Room Master Bathroom Features: | No |
| Room Master Bedroom Area: | 357 |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood |
| Room Master Bedroom Length: | 17 |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Third |
| Room Master Bedroom Width: | 21 |
| Room Office Area: | 156 |
| Room Office Features: | Flooring - Wood |
| Room Office Length: | 12 |
| Room Office Level: | Second |
| Room Office Width: | 13 |
| Sign On Property?: | Yes |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $970,500 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| View?: | Yes |
| Year Built Details: | Approximate, Certified Historic, Renovated Since |
| Waterview Features: | Creek |
| Waterview Flag: | Yes |
| Insulation Feature: | Fiberglass |
| Title5: | F |
Listing Courtesy of: Petraglia Real Estate Services
Listing Agent: John Petraglia
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