$450,000
SOLD APR 1, 2025

1553 N Main Rd Otis, MA 01253

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,372 Sq Ft
2.99 Acres

Recently Sold

$190 Per Sq Ft

22% Below List Price

147 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Scenic Views
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 130,244 Sq Ft lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Farmhouse Style Home

About This Home

As of April 2025

For the first time in over a century, this cherished New England farmhouse, lovingly maintained by the same family, is now available. Steeped in history, the home retains many original features that evoke a timeless charm and offer a warm, inviting atmosphere. The spacious living room flows effortlessly onto a serene rear deck, perfect for relaxation. Just beyond the backyard's brush lies the tranquil Hayden Pond, ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Nestled only minutes from downtown Otis, this property is conveniently close to local dining, shopping, Otis Ski Ridge, Jacobs Pillow, and all the best the Berkshires have to offer. Income producing Studio Apt on lower level !!! OPEN HOUSE SAT. SEPT. 14, 11-1PM.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thom Garvey

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX License #009530583 Listed on: 08/20/2024

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX

Co-Listed By

Maggie Merelle

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON License #009537394

Last Buyer's Agent

Thom Garvey

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX License #009530583 Listed on: 08/20/2024

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,090

Year Built

  • 1900

Lot Details

  • 2.99 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Privacy
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,372 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Scenic Vista Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Farmington River Elementary School
  • Choice Middle School
  • Choice High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Boiler Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Drilled Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Fiber Optics Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,090

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: NE Farmhouse
  • Accessibility: 1st Flr Full Bath
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Directions: Rt 8 across from the Otis Poultry Farm. Nearest cross road is Werden Rd.
  • Marketing Headline: NEW ENGLAND FARMHOUSE ON HAYDEN POND WITH INCOME PRODUCING APARTMENT!
  • Year Built Description: Unknown/Mixed
  • Views: Scenic
  • Estimated Year Built: 1900
  • Right Of Way: Unk
  • Property Water Features: Pond Access, Pond, Close to Water, Deeded Rights, Frontage on Water
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Basement: Partial, Concrete Floor, Garage Access, Interior Access, Unfinished
  • Insulation: Unknown
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace (s), Sun Room
  • Floor: Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile
  • Sq Ft Liv Apx: 2372.00
  • Total Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Deck, Privacy, Landscaped
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Waterfront Lake Pond Name: Hayden Pond
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Stalls: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Spaces Type: Garaged & Off-Street
  • Garage: Under

Utilities

  • Electric Type: 200 Amp
  • Fuel: Oil, Propane
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Internet Service: Fiber Optic Availabl, DSL Available
  • Sewer: Private
  • Underground Oil Tank: No
  • Water: Well
  • Well Detail: Drilled
  • Flood Hazard Area: Unk
  • Heat Cool Vent: Steam, Boiler

Schools

  • Elementary School: Farmington River
  • Middle School: Choice
  • High School: Choice

Lot Info

  • Estimated Acres: 2.99
  • Total Assessed Value: 322500.00
  • Assessed Year: 2024.00
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 130244.00
  • Map Ref: 2-61
  • Right To Farm Comm: No
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 130244
  • Easement: Unk
  • Survey: Unk

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2090.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Farmington River
  • High School: Choice
  • Middle School: Choice

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1993
Sold by
Pyenson Andrew L
Bought by
Pyenson Andrew L and Pyenson Lynn P
Total Days on Market
147
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $88,298 --
Deed $88,298 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $252,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $252,000 No Value Available
Closed $100,000 No Value Available
Closed $75,000 No Value Available
Closed $20,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Sold $450,000 -14.9% $190 / Sq Ft
01/14/2025 01/14/25 Pending -- -- --
11/24/2024 11/24/24 Price Changed $529,000 -2.0% $223 / Sq Ft
10/06/2024 10/06/24 Price Changed $540,000 -1.6% $228 / Sq Ft
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Price Changed $549,000 -4.5% $231 / Sq Ft
08/20/2024 08/20/24 For Sale $575,000 -- $242 / Sq Ft
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,091 $323,700 $92,600 $231,100
2024 $2,090 $322,500 $88,200 $234,300
2023 $2,181 $329,500 $95,200 $234,300
2022 $2,023 $289,700 $89,800 $199,900
2021 $2,023 $238,800 $81,500 $157,300
2020 $1,966 $235,700 $81,500 $154,200
2019 $380 $235,700 $81,500 $154,200
2018 $363 $235,700 $81,500 $154,200
2017 $353 $235,700 $81,500 $154,200
2016 $1,863 $237,300 $81,500 $155,800
2015 $3,353 $445,300 $272,400 $172,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 244246

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

APN: OTIS-000002-000000-000061