
228 Barre Rd Hardwick, MA 01037
Highlights
- Guest House
- Barn or Stable
- Scenic Views
- Community Stables
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Waterfront
About This Home
As of September 2021This unique property located in the community of Hardwick, is comprised of four parcels totaling 359.5± acres subject to an Agricultural Preservation Restriction. The property, surrounded by stone walls, is quintessential New England. It’s comprised of 157± acres of hay fields, 145± acres of forest and the rest are pasture, small wetland and a pond. The main residence, which was built in 1910 and renovated in 1999, includes 3,390 square feet of living area divided into two apartments. Also included is a 1,344-square-foot caretaker’s house built in 1930, as well as a beautiful 14,000-square-foot former milking barn across the street, that has been renovated into a variety of uses including an office and a third apartment. Wonderful views and vistas abut the property along with abundant conserved land.The property comes with nearly $250,000 of newer equipment required for growing and harvesting high quality hay. See the attached list for all equipment included in the sale.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,048
Year Built
- Built in 1910 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 359.5 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Near Conservation Area
- Stone Wall
- Corner Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned Ag-Resid
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Stone Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 5,634 Sq Ft Home
- Scenic Vista Views
- Storm Windows
- Range with Range Hood
- Laundry on main level
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Hardwick Elementary School
- Quabbin Regiona Middle School
- Quabbin Regiona High School
Farming
- Barn or Stable
- Farm
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Paddocks
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 2 Cooling Zones
- Central Heating
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Baseboard Heating
- 220 Volts
- Natural Gas Connected
- Private Water Source
- Propane Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
Additional Features
- Guest House
- Property is near schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 21-23,
- Assessor Parcel Number 4865001
Community Details
Recreation
- Community Stables
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
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Closed | $1,500,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Price Changed | $2,450,000 | -15.5% | $435 / Sq Ft |
09/28/2024 09/28/24 | Price Changed | $2,900,000 | +7.8% | $515 / Sq Ft |
09/26/2024 09/26/24 | For Sale | $2,690,000 | +3.5% | $477 / Sq Ft |
09/29/2021 09/29/21 | Sold | $2,600,000 | -3.3% | $461 / Sq Ft |
07/29/2021 07/29/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/19/2021 02/19/21 | Price Changed | $2,690,000 | 0.0% | $477 / Sq Ft |
02/19/2021 02/19/21 | For Sale | $2,690,000 | +3.5% | $477 / Sq Ft |
01/28/2021 01/28/21 | Off Market | $2,600,000 | -- | -- |
01/08/2021 01/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/10/2020 05/10/20 | Price Changed | $2,650,000 | -7.0% | $470 / Sq Ft |
08/13/2019 08/13/19 | For Sale | $2,850,000 | -- | $506 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,502 | $342,356 | $87,756 | $254,600 |
2024 | $4,317 | $342,037 | $87,437 | $254,600 |
2023 | $4,159 | $312,693 | $83,393 | $229,300 |
2022 | $4,586 | $312,004 | $82,704 | $229,300 |
2021 | $4,477 | $284,600 | $82,100 | $202,500 |
2020 | $4,526 | $283,200 | $89,800 | $193,400 |
2019 | $3,838 | $239,300 | $88,100 | $151,200 |
2018 | $3,850 | $230,000 | $92,100 | $137,900 |
2017 | $3,693 | $230,800 | $92,900 | $137,900 |
2016 | $3,438 | $218,000 | $80,100 | $137,900 |
2015 | $3,209 | $201,800 | $78,800 | $123,000 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Keith Ross
LandVest, Inc.
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Stanley Edwards
LandVest, Inc., Concord
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Jeanne Umbrello
Wal-Lex Realty
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72549150

APN: HARD-000360-000000-000022
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