Petersham Real Estate

Welcome to Petersham, Massachusetts – a hidden gem nestled in Worcester County, where the charm of small-town living meets the beauty of nature. With its picturesque landscapes and rich history, Petersham offers a unique blend of tranquility and community spirit that is hard to find elsewhere.

As you stroll through the town, you’ll be captivated by the well-preserved architecture, including historic homes that tell the story of a bygone era. Petersham is renowned for its stunning natural surroundings, featuring lush forests, rolling hills, and serene lakes that provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply soaking in the beauty of nature, this town has something for everyone.

Petersham is also home to a vibrant community, where neighbors know each other by name and local events bring everyone together. The Petersham Town Common serves as a hub for community gatherings, farmers' markets, and seasonal festivals that celebrate the town’s rich agricultural heritage. The warm and welcoming atmosphere makes it easy to feel at home, whether you’re a long-time resident or a newcomer.

Education is a priority in Petersham, with access to quality schools that foster a nurturing learning environment for children. The town’s commitment to preserving its natural resources and historical landmarks ensures that Petersham remains a delightful place to live, work, and play.

Discover the charm of Petersham, where every day feels like a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Explore the possibilities of calling this enchanting town your home, and experience the perfect blend of community, nature, and history.

Newest Listings in Petersham

$729,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73591692 MLS

Welcome to country living at its finest! Situated on over 9+ acres in the desirable agricultural community of Petersham, this beautifully restored 3,041 sq ft Post & Beam Antique Colonial offers a rare fusion of historical charm where the past gracefully converges with modern living. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen and family room, complemented with soapstone counters/sink, pantry closet, gas stove, island, wood stove, eat in dining and loads of cabinet space. The huge picture windows offer lovely views of the sprawling yard, mature trees and a beautiful barn, or enjoy this scenery from the stone patio accessed directly from the kitchen. Entertain with ease in the massive 40x10 formal dining and sitting area, or work from home in the private first-floor office. With four large bedrooms (including one on the main level), four fireplaces, dual staircases, a large mudroom, and two full baths (one on each floor), the floor plan provides effortless flexibility. A walk up attic and large usable basement allow for storage, workshop, or other pursuits. Exterior amenities are sure to please the horse owner, animal or car lover, contractor or hobbyist with a 18x40 oak Post & Beam BARN (built approx 2016) equipped with electricity, 4-point access, and owned solar. Unwind in the attached 8x40 screened porch, a paradise for bird watching and nature lovers alike. The acreage features cleared turn out alongside mature woodlands, plus a bonus 1.4 +/- acre lot directly across the street for future expansion or preservation. Easy access to town center and close proximity to the Quabbin Reservoir, hiking and biking trails and Routes 2, 122 & 32. There is so much to love here!

82 Hardwick Rd, Petersham

$450,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73591229 MLS

Welcome this truly unique property offering history, character, space, and endless possibilities in the heart of picturesque Petersham. Dating back to approximately 1780, this expansive four-bedroom home offers more than 3,300 square feet of primarily single-level living space, with several additions, on approximately 2.4 acres. Improvements include a newer roof structure, siding, and heating system, while foundation types vary by section due to the different ages of the additions. The property also features a massive three-bay garage with walk-up storage, a separate machine-shop building, and an additional office or playroom building. With generous rooms, hardwood flooring, a fireplace, and beautiful open grounds near Petersham Town Common, this rare country compound offers exceptional flexibility for living, working, creating, and making it your own.

16 West St, Petersham

$850,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73589821 MLS

STUNNING RENOVATED HISTORIC HOME WITH SWEEPING MEADOW VIEWS! Imagine living in a Monet painting, where timeless New England charm meets modern elegance in an extraordinary setting. Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this sun-filled historic home offers the perfect blend of architectural character, contemporary comfort, and natural beauty. Pristine interiors showcase a gorgeous combination of original and new wood flooring, a stunning new eat-in kitchen and a spacious pantry. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 beautifully renovated bathrooms, a gracious living room with original fireplace and mantel, formal dining room, inviting four-season sunroom with propane fireplace, and new expansive great room. A thoughtfully designed layout offers generous living spaces and ample storage. Step outside to a professionally landscaped brick and fieldstone patio with breathtaking meadow views. Surrounded by protected conservation land and miles of woodland trails, this remarkable property offers privacy, serenity, and ever-changing seasonal beauty. Just steps from Petersham's historic Town Common, Country Store, and Library, with convenient access to Routes 2, 122, 32, and 32A. A rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty of country living, the convenience of village life, and the comfort of a fully renovated historic home.

21 East Street, Petersham

$79,900

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73576321 MLS

Opportunity awaits in the quiet woods of Petersham! Set on approximately 1.4 wooded acres, this established residential site offers a unique setting for a buyer with vision. Imagine a quaint country retreat surrounded by nature. The existing 1936 structure is uninhabitable and in significant disrepair, inviting you to look beyond what is here today and imagine what could come next. Per seller, the Town previously indicated that the existing structure is a tear-down and that rebuilding may be possible using the existing footprint. Surrounded by the natural beauty and rural character Petersham is known for, the property offers a peaceful wooded setting with abundant outdoor recreation nearby. Explore miles of local trails, conservation lands and Harvard Forest, along with hiking, fishing and seasonal recreational opportunities throughout the Quabbin Reservoir region. Whether you're a builder, investor, or buyer dreaming of a small country retreat, this property offers an intriguing chance to start fresh and make the setting your own.

337 New Salem Rd, Petersham

$245,000

73542773 MLS

**PRICE ADJUSTMENT**MOTIVATED SELLER: Seller open to seller financing and offering a first right of refusal to purchase the neighboring house.**Across from Carter Pond, this wooded property offers water views of the pond, 1,016 feet of frontage on Carter Pond Road, and a beautiful natural setting of mature hardwoods, white pine, and hemlock. Power and internet service are available along the road. Classic New England stone walls divide portions of the land and line sections of the road frontage, adding character and history. Thoughtful paths have been carved throughout the property as potential future roads, with consideration given to the 1/10 rule for road construction. Petersham zoning requires 150 feet of frontage and 1.5 acres, offering potential flexibility for future planning. The property is surrounded by conserved land, including holdings of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and privately protected land under permanent conservation restrictions. Nearby Carter Pond and additional acreage over the Barre town line are owned by Carter Pond Company, originally formed in the 1920s as a fishing club and still maintained as private open space.

Carter Pond Road, Petersham

$749,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73541913 MLS

METICULOUSLY RESTORED—JUST STEPS FROM THE HISTORIC TOWN COMMON—and NO FOSSIL FUELS! Stately and versatile, this BEAUTIFUL antique home offers 4–5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, laundry room, and option for first-floor living—ideal for extended and multi-generational families, guests, studio, and/or home office. Includes a spacious, granite, eat-in kitchen, perfect for holidays and large gatherings. Historic charm shines throughout with original gleaming wood floors, woodwork, and front and back stairways. FULLY UPDATED modern upgrades provide exceptional comfort including ENERGY-EFFICIENT, zoned heat pumps for central, ducted heat/AC, new double-pane windows, new thermal insulated exterior entry doors, and clean, dry, well-lit, sealed basement with foam insulation and poured cement floor. MANY ADDITIONAL UPGRADES include new 30-year asphalt shingle roof, new 200-amp electrical panels and wiring, new plumbing, new 850 ft. well with 25 gallons per minute flow, new septic system, new heat pump hot water heater, new interior and exterior paint, new Colonial chip sealed driveway, and more. Property also features an AMAZING, ORIGINAL, FULLY RESTORED POST-AND-BEAM BARN with thermal insulated automatic doors, parking for two vehicles, loft storage, and workshop potential. Set on nearly an acre with two private, extra-large porches for dining, lounging, and outdoor enjoyment. Walk to top-rated Petersham Center School and Playground, Country Store, Library, Post Office, Friday Market, and Scenic Trails. Easy access to major routes and just under 30 miles to Worcester, Amherst, and Leominster. PETERSHAM is an IDYLLIC, QUINTESSENTIAL NEW ENGLAND TOWN filled with historic charm, scenic beauty, conservation land, and local culture. Enjoy historic character, modern efficiency, outdoor recreation, and friendly, peaceful, small-town living at its best! (Virtually Staged)

25 West Street, Petersham

$567,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73531529 MLS

Thirteen acres of privacy near gate 41 of the Quabbin Reservoir, surrounded by conservation land! Perfect for the nature enthusiasts. Spacious Ward CEDAR log home is rustic and comfortable. This home offers the peace you have been craving! Your choice of FIRST FLOOR MAIN bedroom with neighboring bath and laundry, or 2nd floor with ensuite, jack n jill bath and skylights. Charming country kitchen features double wall ovens, farmer's sink, large dining area & cozy pellet stove. Living area opens to the breezy front porch and has an impressive stone- faced fire place. You will love the warmth of radiant floor heat via Buderus oil burner under foot. Three roomy bedrooms include ample walk in closets and skylights! Central Vac. Access@ WiFi now available. You'll find plenty of space for storage in the full basement. Hiking and wildlife are right out of your front door! Come and explore all that the Petersham Quabbin area has to offer-it's a Lifestyle! Some photos have been enhanced and virtually staged.

23 Dana Rd, Petersham

$424,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73529210 MLS

Come see this beautiful historic home located just off the Town Common, in the Petersham Historic District! The 1st-floor features a formal dining room with fireplace, library with fireplace, formal front hall entry, living room, office/study, mudroom/pantry and large eat-in kitchen. The 2nd-floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms including the main bedroom with its own full bathroom, walk-in closet and gas fireplace. Convenient full basement with laundry room and workshop. Recent updates include: whole house Bosch heat pump & central air conditioning, whole house blown-in insulation, 200 amp electric service, whole house Emporia electric monitoring system, interior painting, resealed foundation, alarm system, brick herringbone front walkway and emergency generator. Outside you'll find a beautiful patio/sitting area, many mature plantings, a storage shed and a large backyard. Convenient location just 45 min to Worcester/Amherst.

17 S Main St, Petersham

$1,150,000

7 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ 73528747 MLS

"Winterwood at Petersham"- a rare opportunity to own this former inn located in the heart of picturesque Petersham. Currently used as a 14- room single family home, this property is steeped in history and timeless New England charm and has been lovingly preserved through the years. It can be envisioned as a grand private residence, multigenerational retreat or unique hospitality opportunity (subject to local regulations). From gracious gathering spaces to intimate sitting rooms, it blends character and architectural elegance w/ modern comforts.1st floor has fireplaced living & dining rooms, fireplaced library with custom bookcases, den w/ wet bar, sitting room, kitchen w/commercial sized gas stove and refrigerator. 2nd level has 6 bedrooms w/ full baths,5 with fireplaces, 2 half baths. 3rd floor has 2-room suite w/full bath, office and bedroom. Whole house generator, high speed internet. Enjoy 25-acre conservation across street, short drive to Mt. Wachusett & Quabbin Reservoir,

19 N Main St, Petersham

$1,150,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73526867 MLS

This Georgian style home has been wonderfully restored with original historic details while blending modern amenities to create a comfortable and sustainable home. Wide plank flooring, six fireplaces, beehive ovens, raised panel end walls, wainscoting, antique doors and hardware all create a refined aesthetic. New wiring, state of the art geothermal heating and cooling, two new baths, new red cedar and standing seam roofs, a large open porch with a brick floor, and a roof deck above overlooking the fields and pond. The 9-room layout features a large country kitchen flooded with light through banks of windows and a French door to the porch, a fireplace, soapstone countertops, custom cabinetry and a large center island. Set on aprox 69 acres, with about 12 acres of fields, numerous ponds, forest trails, a fruit orchard, a barn, and a separate 3 bay garage across the street. Petersham is a quintessential New England community. Come explore the quiet wonders of this unique property.

130 West Rd, Petersham

$698,500

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73522756 MLS

****Seller will consider a credit to be used for closing costs and/or interest rate buy down**** This is a masterful reconstruction of a cherished town landmark into a fully modern and efficient family home. Stripped to the Post and Beam frame for structural restoration and installation of state of the art insulation, electrical and plumbing. The house is now an open concept first floor with a new Master Suite addition in the rear. The layout is inspired. Second floor has three generous bedrooms and a second full bath. Master suite could be a great family room and an office where the walk in closet sits and just use the three upstairs bedrooms. Two-sided fireplace with restored ceramic flues, one in great room and one in Master Suite/Family room. Heat and cooling provided by state of the art mini-split systems giving full control to temperature in each room. Driveway and parking area have base for pavement if buyer chooses the upgrade to blacktop. Barn has been structurally restored, has new siding, metal roof, new garage doors and side entry door. Excellent two plus car garage plus lots of storage on two levels. New 4 bedroom septic created a beautiful, level side yard. This is now a truly modern and beautiful home crafted with great care and imagination.

35 West Street, Petersham

$80,000

73515527 MLS

This 4.4 acre building lot in picturesque Petersham offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Once farmland, the land has naturally grown into a peaceful wooded setting with a mix of deciduous trees, creating classic New England charm. Featuring 233 feet of road frontage, the property is bordered by land owned by Harvard Forest as well as town-owned land, providing an exceptional sense of space and tranquility. This parcel is currently part of a larger tract located across the street and will be separated at the time of sale. A survey and perc test have already been completed, making it easier to begin planning your future build. Enjoy easy access to the Rt. 2 on-ramp for convenient commuting while still being part of a quiet and welcoming community. Spend summers enjoying free concerts and farmers markets on the historic Petersham Common, while outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby Quabbin Reservoir for hiking, fishing, and exploring nature.

North Main St, Petersham

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