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78 Shaker RD, Harvard, MA 01451

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7 Beds
4 Baths
7,012 Sq Ft

This extraordinary 1840 Shaker home served as a dwelling for the Shakers, as an inn for visitors, an office and storeused by the current owner as a spacious residence since 1956. The layout includes 4 finished living levels plus walk-up attic and a sub-basement for utilities. Preserved built-in cabinets and pegboard found throughout the house exemplify the fine craftsmanship that the Shakers were renowned for. A large living room features a fireplace and historic built-ins. There are numerous bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, and a host of rooms that can serve as a home office, a studio, playroom, home gym, a workshop and more. A 3-season porch at 2nd level height, has a 3-bay garage below. Set on 2.3 acres on a quiet residential street in Harvard Shaker Village. Come discover Harvardwith plentiful conserved public lands, fine schools, a pond for swimming and boating, access to highway and rail, in a quaint town offering a wonderful sense of community.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com
  • MLS# 73453731
  • Date Listed11/11/2025
  • Days on Realty 74 Days
  • Bedrooms 7
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 2 Half baths
  • Lot Size 2.3 acres (100,188 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Private Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Worcester
  • Year Built 1840
  • Water Private
  • Square Feet 7,012 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $171.14

Interior Features

  • Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Wood
  • Cooling None
  • Heating Steam, Oil

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Garden
  • Roof Slate
  • Lot Size Acres 2.30
  • Lot Size SQFT 100,188.00
  • Lot Features Level

Directions

S Shaker Rd to Shaker Rd

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $23,876
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Page Hilltop School

Public • PK - 5

3.98 mi

Distance

Hildreth Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

4.03 mi

Distance

Blanchard Memorial

Public • PK - 6

6.42 mi

Distance

Shaker Lane Elementary School

Public • PK - 2

6.95 mi

Distance

Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program

Public • PK - PK

8.87 mi

Distance

The Bromfield School

Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home

4.03 mi

Distance

Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School

Public • 7 - 12

4.4 mi

Distance

Littleton Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.47 mi

Distance

Russell St Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

5.47 mi

Distance

Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.53 mi

Distance

Day Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

7.73 mi

Distance

Blanchard Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

7.73 mi

Distance

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

7.75 mi

Distance

Raymond J Grey Junior High School

Public • 7 - 8

8.87 mi

Distance

Littleton High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

3.27 mi

Distance

Ayer Shirley Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.98 mi

Distance

Westford Academy

Public • 9 - 12

8.25 mi

Distance

Acton-boxborough Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12

8.87 mi

Distance

Seven Hills Academy

Private • UG - UG

4.9 mi

Distance

Groton School

Private • 08 - 12

5.81 mi

Distance

Lawrence Academy

Private • 09 - 12

6.59 mi

Distance

Immaculate Heart Of Mary School

Private • 01 - 12

7.39 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in MA / 01451

Source: Walkscore

7/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

2/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 11/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 17/100.

Property Change History

List Price decreased from $1,300,000 to $1,200,000
Price Per Square Foot decreased from $185.40 to $171.14
Agent added 4 new photos to the listing
38 → 42 photos

Points of Interest near 78 Shaker Rd, Harvard, MA 01451

Frequently Asked Questions for 78 Shaker Rd

Source: Realty.com

78 Shaker Rd, Harvard, MA 01451 is a Single Family 7,012 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 42 photos available of this 7 bed, 4 bath house, listed at $1,200,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 42 photos of 78 Shaker Rd.

Our records indicate that 78 Shaker Rd was built in 1840.

The full address for this home is 78 Shaker Rd, Harvard, MA 01451.

78 Shaker Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Tue November 11, 2025

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 11/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 17/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 78 Shaker Rd. Hildreth Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), The Bromfield School (Grades: 6 - 12), Littleton High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Petraglia Real Estate Services (tel: 508-476-7745)
Listing agent: John Petraglia (tel: 508-864-0583) (#K0002022)

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