Seller's Agent in 2025
Jeanne McHale
RE/MAX
(508) 934-9245
20 in this area
85 Total Sales
68 Birch Hill Rd Douglas, MA 01516
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,900
Sq Ft
10,001
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating System
- Deck
- Jogging Path
- Near Conservation Area
About This Home
As of February 2025Nestled in the peaceful and private Wallum Lake Terrace Beach Association w/ private beach access, this diamond-in-the-rough home offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream lakeside country retreat. This home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with an open concept first floor. Whether you're envisioning a cozy weekend getaway, a full-time residence, or an investment project, this property is brimming with potential. Updates include new well pump (2018), new heating system (2018), new hot water heater and plumbing, new electric outlets, new hardwood floors (downstairs floors need to be replaced). Surrounded by Douglas State Forest and spanning over 300 acres, Wallum Lake is crystal clear, fully recreational, and known for its abundant fish species. Douglas is 1 hr to Boston & Newport, 25 min to Worcester. Easy highway proximity to 395, 290, and the Mass Pike. Buyers to do their own due diligence. Property to be sold as is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Stephanie Lachapelle
Compass Listed on: 01/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 10,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts a private road
- Near Conservation Area
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned RA
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,900 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Flooring
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Propane
- 100 Amp Service
- Private Water Source
- Electric Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4196528
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 2018
Sold by
Fnma
Bought by
Zarokostas Nikolas I
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2018
Sold by
Murphy Kirk
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2017
Sold by
Murphy Kirk
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2002
Sold by
Pond Gary R
Bought by
Murphy Kirk and Murphy Mary Kathleen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $112,408 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $238,616 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $238,616 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $180,100 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $180,100 | -- | |
| Deed | $215,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $215,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $32,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $203,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $459,900 | +162.8% | $242 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Sold | $175,000 | -26.8% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 01/24/2025 01/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/21/2025 01/21/25 | Price Changed | $239,000 | -13.1% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 01/10/2025 01/10/25 | For Sale | $274,900 | 0.0% | $145 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2025 01/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/02/2025 01/02/25 | For Sale | $274,900 | -- | $145 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $4,415 | $335,200 | $75,500 | $259,700 |
| 2024 | $4,380 | $324,000 | $68,600 | $255,400 |
| 2023 | $4,259 | $296,600 | $68,600 | $228,000 |
| 2022 | $4,253 | $260,300 | $59,000 | $201,300 |
| 2021 | $4,106 | $245,600 | $56,200 | $189,400 |
| 2020 | $3,989 | $234,900 | $56,200 | $178,700 |
| 2019 | $3,771 | $215,500 | $56,200 | $159,300 |
| 2018 | $3,222 | $200,500 | $56,200 | $144,300 |
| 2017 | $2,916 | $174,400 | $53,900 | $120,500 |
| 2016 | $2,838 | $168,700 | $53,900 | $114,800 |
| 2015 | $2,777 | $168,700 | $53,900 | $114,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jeanne McHale
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2025
Stephanie Lachapelle
Compass
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Nickolas Slamp
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nickolas Slamp
New Western
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73322697
APN: DOUG-000284-000025
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