Our picks: Five charming, historic Massachusetts properties
Interested in owning a historic home? New England, and more specifically Greater Boston, might be just the place.
Interested in owning a historic home? New England, and more specifically Greater Boston, might be just the place.
We picked five historic homes or condos, located in Back Bay, Dorchester, Sudbury, West Newbury, and Essex, to showcase just a few of the many charming properties in the area. We ranked them from highest price per square foot to lowest. Check them out:
464 Commonwealth Ave., No. 86, Back Bay
$349,000
Studio, 1 bath
338 square feet
$1,032.54 per square foot
Located in the historic Braemore building, this studio condo is located on the top floor and offers central air conditioning and a kitchen area with space for a small table. The building boasts a common roof deck area with skyline and Charles River views.
1255 Adams St., Unit WM 302, Dorchester
$779,000
1 bed, 2 baths
1,731 square feet
$450.03 per square foot
Located in the Lofts at Lower Mills, this condo boasts handsome hardwood floors, modern GE appliances, white quartz counters, and NEST thermostats. Community amenities include a fitness center, an indoor pool with a hot tub, a pet playground, and bike storage area.
95 Peakham Road, Sudbury
$1,099,000
4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
4,001 square feet
$274.68 per square foot
Set on five acres of land with stone walls, trees, and organic gardens, the Walker House was built circa 1667. Inside, you’ll find the home has been updated and expanded, featuring a kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a center island, and white cabinetry. There are also exposed beams, wainscoting, built-ins, and wide-pine floors. Outside, there are two large barns/outbuildings, a brick patio, and a two-car garage.
28 Garden St., West Newbury
$1,000,000
4 bedrooms, 5 baths
4,670 square feet
$214.13 per square foot
This 1930 farmhouse has plenty of charm, such as wood beams and built-ins, but it also has modern elements, including a kitchen with granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and a wine fridge. There are cathedral ceilings and a stone fireplace in the living/dining area, and outside, you’ll find a heated sun porch, pool, and playground. The three-bay garage has a craft room and a bath.
26 Forest Ave., Essex
$469,000
4 bedrooms, 2 baths
2,400 square feet
$195.42 per square foot
This renovated 1876 home boasts an updated kitchen that connects into a family room with a slider leading out to a deck and a pool. Other recent improvements include a new roof, heating system, hot water heater, plumbing, and electrical work throughout. The home sits on a 0.27-acre parcel.
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