42 New Salem Rd Petersham, MA 01366
Estimated payment $3,004/month
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Greenhouse
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Barn or Stable
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
About This Home
A need nothing & inviting flow throughout from the Fireplaced LR to the kitchen w/Maple cabs, loads of countertops, SS appliances. A 3-season w/newer windows, insulation & beadboard walls & ceiling accesses the1st floor Master BR w/a "Hollywood" style full bath. 2nd 1st floor BR has "floating desk". The Family Rm w/wood stove leads you to the cobblestone patio. Dormered 2nd floor has Southern Yellow Pine floors, 2 BR's w/generous closets, a BONUS "entertainment" center rm w/built ins & multiple storage closets. Full basement, newer heating, oil tank, roof, mass save (list attached). A private enchanted tree lined, fieldstone 1+acre setting w/2 organic veggie (rhubarb, asparagus & horseradish established) & perennial gardens, got chickens? horse? 2 story 16'x12' barn. WAIT a 6 car MONSTA garage~40'x32' insulated, sheet rocked, painted, state of the art lighting! Walk to idyllic town common, step into the general store. Hike Soapstone, Quabbin Res, Federated Forest & more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,643
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 1.1 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Stone Wall
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned 1-Family
Parking
- 6 Car Attached Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,178 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Game Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Stone
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Greenhouse
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Center K-6 Elementary School
- Ralph C Mahar Middle School
- Ralph C Mahar High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Baseboard Heating
- Private Water Source
- Tankless Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Additional Features
- Property is near schools
- Barn or Stable
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 64
- Assessor Parcel Number M:201 B:64 L:0,3213229
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,643 | $320,400 | $56,500 | $263,900 |
| 2024 | $4,533 | $317,000 | $56,500 | $260,500 |
| 2023 | $4,000 | $253,300 | $53,800 | $199,500 |
| 2022 | $3,430 | $253,300 | $53,800 | $199,500 |
| 2021 | $3,745 | $244,600 | $48,900 | $195,700 |
| 2020 | $3,874 | $223,000 | $42,300 | $180,700 |
| 2019 | $3,593 | $212,200 | $37,200 | $175,000 |
| 2018 | $3,449 | $210,700 | $35,700 | $175,000 |
| 2017 | $3,406 | $210,400 | $37,700 | $172,700 |
| 2016 | $3,455 | $210,400 | $37,700 | $172,700 |
| 2015 | $3,446 | $202,800 | $37,700 | $165,100 |
| 2014 | $3,231 | $202,800 | $37,700 | $165,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 10/22/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | 0.0% | $230 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2025 09/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Price Changed | $499,900 | -4.8% | $230 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $241 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $44,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $99,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $93,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $77,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73420179
APN: PETE-000000-000000-000097
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