NOT LISTED FOR SALE

197 Still River Rd Harvard, MA 01451

Estimated Value: $618,364 - $660,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
$519/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2023

Last sale price $600,000 $487 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,918/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Stables
  • Scenic Views
  • Hildreth Elementary School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System

About This Home

As of November 2023

Located in the village of Still River, this charming 1810 cottage is move-in ready. Recent updates include new electrical, mini-split HVAC, and a new heat pump hot water heater. The entire interior has been freshly painted and the floors refinished. The first floor includes an open concept den, dining and kitchen area that are adjacent to a formal living room and dining room. The second floor features a large main bedroom with cathedral ceilings and skylights. Two further bedrooms share the full bathroom. The third bedroom would make a perfect office and has exterior access with expansive views of the neighboring pond and fields. The spacious one car garage is connected to the house via a breezeway. Move in ready - with great potential to add on and expand! Home is sold as-is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Nigzus

Harborside Realty Listed on: 10/04/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric O'Brien

O'Brien Commercial Properties, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,262

Year Built

  • Built in 1810

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned A/R

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Scenic Vista Views
  • Attic Access Panel
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Bathtub with Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Schools

  • HES Elementary School
  • Bromfield Middle School
  • Bromfield High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Generator Hookup
  • 220 Volts
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:21 B:66,1534557

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,262

Year Built

Built in 1810

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Antique, Cottage
  • Year Built: 1810
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Finish - Cement Plaster, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Living Area: 1232
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN2968
  • MAIN SO: NB4047
  • Insulation: Partial, Mixed

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Irregular
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Driveway, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Private
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:21 B:66,1534557
  • Zoning: A/R
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7262

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Bromfield
  • Elementary School: Hes
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bromfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Kristen E Obrien Ret and Obrien
Bought by
Moore Bryce T and Moore Scarlett E
Current Estimated Value
$623,169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$509,940
Outstanding Balance
$506,553
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$132,788

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2023
Closed on
Nov 17, 2023
Sold by
Judith A Wong Irt and Galinsky
Bought by
Kristen E Obrien Ret and Obrien
Seller's Agent
Steve Nigzus
Harborside Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eric O'Brien
O'Brien Commercial Properties, Inc.
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
9.11%
Views
52

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.85%
Original Mortgage
$473,600
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2021
Sold by
Wong Judith A
Bought by
Judith A Wong Irt and Darconte

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2003
Sold by
Gothorpe Amy L and Gothorpe Jonathan E
Bought by
Wong Judith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2002
Sold by
Dutkewych Oleh M and Dutkewych Suzanne J
Bought by
Gothorpe Jonathan E and Gothorpe Amy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,900
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Moore Bryce T $600,000 None Available
Moore Bryce T $600,000 None Available
Kristen E Obrien Ret $600,000 None Available
Kristen E Obrien Ret $600,000 None Available
Judith A Wong Irt -- None Available
Judith A Wong Irt -- None Available
Wong Judith A $360,000 --
Wong Judith A $360,000 --
Gothorpe Jonathan E $342,000 --
Gothorpe Jonathan E $342,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Moore Bryce T $509,940
Closed Moore Bryce T $509,940
Previous Owner Kristen E Obrien Ret $473,600
Previous Owner Wong Judith A $160,000
Previous Owner Gothorpe Jonathan E $324,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Sold $600,000 +9.1% $487 / Sq Ft
10/09/2023 10/09/23 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2023 10/04/23 For Sale $549,900 -- $446 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $8,187 $523,100 $216,000 $307,100
2024 $7,578 $508,600 $216,000 $292,600
2023 $7,262 $437,200 $200,000 $237,200
2022 $7,180 $400,900 $185,000 $215,900
2021 $3,798 $361,900 $185,000 $176,900
2020 $6,197 $335,500 $185,000 $150,500
2019 $3,651 $343,100 $185,000 $158,100
2018 $2,196 $350,300 $185,000 $165,300
2017 $5,463 $301,800 $167,400 $134,400
2016 $5,447 $301,800 $167,400 $134,400
2015 $5,091 $286,200 $164,000 $122,200
2014 $4,891 $286,200 $164,000 $122,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73166453

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: HARV-000021-000000-000066

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