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42 Mason RD, Townsend, MA 01474

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2 Beds

1 Bath

1,219 Sq Ft

Nestled on a picturesque 2.47-acre lot, this charming Cape-style home offers an idyllic retreat with endless potential. The cozy interior is brimming with character, waiting for a buyers personal touch to transform it into the perfect dream home. Surrounded by lush greenery, the property provides ample space for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the tranquil beauty of nature. With a little creativity and care, this delightful abode can become a true sanctuary. Just a 3 minute drive to the Townsend State Park. This is a probate sale subject to the seller obtaining a license to sell once an offer is accepted.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com

MLS# 73294836
Date Listed09/25/2024
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1 Full baths
Lot Size 2.47 acres (107,593 sq. ft)
Sewer Private Sewer
Property Type Single Family
County Middlesex
Year Built 1962
Water Public
Square Feet 1,219 sq. ft
Price Per Sq. Ft $389.66

Interior Features

Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Heating Baseboard, Oil

Exterior / Lot Features

Exterior Storage
Roof Shingle
Lot Size Acres 2.47
Lot Size SQFT 107,593.20
Lot Features Level

Directions

Rte 119 to Mason Rd

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount $5,285
Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Squannacook Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - PK • Serves this home

3.11 mi

Distance

Hawthorne Brook Middle School

Public • 5 - 8 • Serves this home

3.11 mi

Distance

North Middlesex Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

6.82 mi

Distance

Squannacook Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - PK • Serves this home

3.11 mi

Distance

Mason Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.24 mi

Distance

Richard Maghakian Memorial School

Public • PK - 3

8.45 mi

Distance

Hawthorne Brook Middle School

Public • 5 - 8 • Serves this home

3.11 mi

Distance

Captain Samuel Douglass Academy

Public • 4 - 6

6.71 mi

Distance

North Middlesex Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

6.82 mi

Distance

Fitchburg High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.91 mi

Distance

Mascenic Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12

8.21 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Year	Taxes	Land	Additions	Total Assessments
2024	$5,214.00 1.00%	$92,800	$269,000	$361,800
2023	$5,162.00 0.62%	$80,200	$258,100	$338,300
2022	$5,130.00 3.66%	$73,400	$217,900	$291,300
2021	$4,942.00 2.79%	$72,600	$197,000	$269,600
2020	$4,804.00	$65,800	$180,300	$246,100

Date	Event	Price
09/25/2024	Active	$475,000.00

Street Address	Beds	Baths	Sold Date	List Price
358 Reed Road	3	4	Dec 05, 2025	$759,900
761 TURNPIKE RD	3	2	Dec 08, 2025	$169,900
25 Rocky Pond Road	3	2	Nov 07, 2025	$565,000
35 Crosswinds Dr	3	3	Dec 08, 2025	$699,995
31 School St	4	3	Nov 12, 2025	$749,900
267 Pearl Hill Road	5	3	Oct 17, 2025	$569,900
150 Townsend Harbor Road	3	1	Oct 17, 2025	$349,900
47 Beaver Dam Road	3	2	Oct 21, 2025	$529,000
330 Arbor St	3	2	Nov 08, 2025	$499,900
3 Redwood St	3	2	Oct 31, 2025	$600,000

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

	Zip	City	County	National
Population	2,215	2,215	1,645,166	335,858,263
Population Density	187	187	2,012	95
People per Household	2.7	2.7	2.5	2.6
Median Age	46.3	46.3	41.5	39.1
Median Income	$86,595	$86,595	$107,759	$66,222
Average Income	$48,140	$48,140	$55,878	$35,475
Cost of Living Index	121	121	111	100

	Zip	City	County	National
January Avg. High Temp	15.2°F	15.2°F	15.7°F	22.6°F
July Avg. High Temp	81°F	81°F	82.7°F	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	48.26"	48.26"	46.95"	38"

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Walkability in MA / 01474

Source: Walkscore

13/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

25/100

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: 3/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 14/100.

Points of Interest near 42 Mason Rd, Townsend, MA 01474

Squannacook River State Wildlife Management Area, Townsend, MA, USA

Recreation

634 ft

Distance

Squannacook River Reservoir, Townsend, MA, USA

Natural • Recreation

898 ft

Distance

TAYBS Craven Field, Townsend, MA, USA

Recreation

0.39 mi

Distance

Squannacook River Wildlife Management Area, Townsend, MA, USA

Recreation

0.88 mi

Distance

Walker Pond, Townsend, MA, USA

Natural • Recreation

1.28 mi

Distance

Squannacook River Reservoir, Townsend, MA, USA

Natural • Recreation

898 ft

Distance

Walker Pond, Townsend, MA, USA

Natural • Recreation

1.28 mi

Distance

Townsend Fire Department - Station 2, Townsend, MA, USA

Government

0.3 mi

Distance

Greater Grace Community Church, Townsend, MA, USA

Religion

1.05 mi

Distance

Lakeview School, Townsend, MA, USA

Education

1.09 mi

Distance

Stone Bridge, Townsend, MA, USA

950 ft

Distance

Squannacook River, Townsend, MA, USA

950 ft

Distance

Mason Road Dam, Townsend, MA, USA

1003 ft

Distance

Riverside Cemetery, Townsend, MA, USA

0.22 mi

Distance

Ash Swamp, Townsend, MA, USA

0.35 mi

Distance

Concession Stand, Townsend, MA, USA

0.42 mi

Distance

Pump Station & Well Fields, Townsend, MA, USA

0.74 mi

Distance

Rossbach Bridge, Townsend, MA, USA

0.93 mi

Distance

Mason Brook, Townsend, MA, USA

0.97 mi

Distance

Pearl Hill Brook, Townsend, MA, USA

1.03 mi

Distance

Squannacook River, Townsend, MA, USA

1.19 mi

Distance

Willard Brook, Townsend, MA, USA

1.54 mi

Distance

Frequently Asked Questions for 42 Mason Rd

Source: Realty.com

42 Mason Rd, Townsend, MA 01474 is a Single Family 1,219 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 39 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $475,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 39 photos of 42 Mason Rd.

Our records indicate that 42 Mason Rd was built in 1962.

The full address for this home is 42 Mason Rd, Townsend, MA 01474.

42 Mason Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Wed September 25, 2024

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: 3/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 14/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 42 Mason Rd. Squannacook Early Childhood Center (Grades: PK - PK), Hawthorne Brook Middle School (Grades: 5 - 8), North Middlesex Regional High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Era Key Realty Services (tel: 508-234-0550)
Listing agent: Jill Johnson (tel: 508-963-3521) (#CN252330)

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42 Mason RD, Townsend, MA 01474

Interior Features

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Nearby Schools

3.11 mi

3.11 mi

6.82 mi

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6.24 mi

8.45 mi

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6.71 mi

6.82 mi

7.91 mi

8.21 mi

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