$599,000
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM

279 Old Pond Rd Becket, MA 01223

Becket Area

Estimated payment $3,682/month

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,021 Sq Ft
$587 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deep Water Access
  • Waterfront
  • Custom Closet System
  • Lake View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

Welcome to your summer escape on one of the Berkshires' most quintessential lakes. This architect-redesigned cottage blends classic New England charm with thoughtful, modern updates- the result is a home that feels both timeless and completely turn-key. Step inside to an open floor plan bathed in natural light & water views where the updated kitchen and bath bring clean lines and modern finishes without losing the warmth of a true lake cottage. The living space opens up to the new composite deck built for summer evening gatherings & morning coffee. Set on a perfect stretch of shoreline, this is the magical summer cottage you've been waiting for: still water in the morning, swimming and paddling in the afternoon, and stars overhead at night. A private dock offers easy mooring for your boat.The property comes fully furnished and includes kayaks and a canoe, so all you need to bring is yourself — the water is calling, and there's still time to make this summer yours! Come visit one of the Open Houses, this Sat 7/25 11-1 or Sun 7/26 1-3!

Listing Agent

Sarah Shipman

5 College REALTORS® Northampton Listed on: 07/23/2026

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R1

HOA Fees

  • $27 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,021 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Insulated Doors
  • Loft
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Custom Closet System
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deep Water Access
  • Property is near a beach
  • Mooring
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Private Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Sewer Holding Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:2100 L:00510000C,3229025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,803

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

4,792 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$27 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Cottage
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • MLSPIN_ADU: N
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Loft, High Speed Internet
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1021
  • Living Area: 1021
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN1019
  • Insulation: Partial

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Deep Water Access, Private
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Holding Tank
  • Utilities: for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Propane, Ductless, Leased Propane Tank
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Private
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 325
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • REQD OWN ASSOCIATION: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:2100 L:00510000C,3229025
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4792
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4803

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Dock/Mooring, Lake

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Home Values in the Area

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Average Home Value in this Area

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Tax History

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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 $4,803 $548,300 $224,900 $323,400
2024 $5,001 $511,900 $214,200 $297,700
2023 $4,857 $451,400 $186,200 $265,200
2022 $2,750 $254,600 $92,000 $162,600
2020 $2,743 $247,600 $92,000 $155,600
2019 $2,629 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
2018 $2,582 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
2017 $2,503 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
2016 $2,484 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
2015 $2,482 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
2014 $2,480 $237,500 $92,000 $145,500
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/23/2026 07/23/26 For Sale $599,000 +40.3% $587 / Sq Ft
11/17/2020 11/17/20 Sold $427,000 +13.9% $432 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 For Sale $375,000 -- $380 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $427,000 None Available
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73553901

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BECK-002100-000510-C000000

Massachusetts Berkshire County Becket 01223

279 Old Pond Rd, Becket, MA

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