194 Center Rd

7,025 Sq. Ft.
$157 / Sq. Ft.
7,025
Sq. Ft.
$157
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step back in time with this exquisite antique home built in 1797, nestled in the heart of historic Shirley Center. This beautifully maintained residence has been lovingly preserved, showcasing its original character and charm. As you enter, you'll be greeted by stunning period details, including original woodwork, wide-plank flooring, and inviting living spaces that exude warmth and history. The home features spacious rooms filled with natural light, perfect for entertaining. In addition to the main...Step back in time with this exquisite antique home built in 1797, nestled in the heart of historic Shirley Center. This beautifully maintained residence has been lovingly preserved, showcasing its original character and charm. As you enter, you'll be greeted by stunning period details, including original woodwork, wide-plank flooring, and inviting living spaces that exude warmth and history. The home features spacious rooms filled with natural light, perfect for entertaining. In addition to the main house, this property offers a versatile accessory dwelling, ideal for extended family living or generating rental income. The gorgeous grounds are a true highlight, featuring an in-ground pool perfect for summer relaxation, and the original brick smokehouse. A large barn offers ample storage, whether for equipment, tools, or seasonal items. The property also includes a two-car garage, ensuring convenience and accessibility. This remarkable property is a rare find. Private showings only.
  1. Listed by Knox Real Estate Group • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
  2. Listed by Kimberly Knox • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 194 Center Road

Town
Shirley
Area
MA-Shirley
Architectural Style
Antique
Style
Garden, Antique
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2026 12:30 PM

Property Details for 194 Center Road

StatusNew
MLS #73547145
Days on Market1
Taxes$12,718 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1797
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Knox Real Estate Group; William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Kimberly Knox
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Building Information for 194 Center Road

Stories-Year Built1797Building Size-Lot Size1.10 AC / 47,916 SF

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$6,541 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,481

Property Taxes

$1,060

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 194 Center Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Swimming Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Conservation Area
  • Living Area: 7025.0
  • Color: AntiqWhite
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Lura A White
  • High School: Ayer Shirley
  • Middle School: Ayer Shirley
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Pine, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Chair Rail, Closet, Bathroom - 3/4, Dining Area, Study, Sitting Room, Bonus Room, Nursery, Kitchen, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Walk-up Attic
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Pool - Inground, Barn/Stable, Garden, Guest House
  • Exterior Features: Pool - Inground, Barn/Stable, Guest House, Garden Area, Porch
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Easements, Level
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable, Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 330.020833333
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Decorative Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.25
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.083333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 266.527777777
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Decorative Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.833333333
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.833333333
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 249.375
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Decorative Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.833333333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.75
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 247.895833333
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Decorative Molding
  • Bedroom4 Length: 18.25
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.583333333
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 244.097222222
  • Bedroom5 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.833333333
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.416666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 256.215277777
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail
  • Dining Room Length: 19.583333333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.083333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 230.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Decorative Molding
  • Family Room Length: 15.333333333
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 243.333333333
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Country Kitchen,Gas Stove,Decorative Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 18.25
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.333333333
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 318.027777777
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.833333333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.833333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Accessory dwelling can be viewed as a 2nd showing. Tenant in ADU that needs proper notice from serious buyers. Please refer to floor plans for actual layout and measurements (floor plans of ADU not included). Not all rooms fit in MLS description. "Family Room" is "Parlor" on floor plan.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 744745
  • Assessments: $1,026,500
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Granite, Irregular
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 194 Center Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73547145

$1,100,000—
Nov 2, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89808660

$250,000—
Nov 1, 1995

Sold

MLS PIN #30032684

$250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73547145

$1,100,000
11/02/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89808660

$250,000
11/01/1995

Sold

MLS PIN #30032684

$250,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 194 Center Road

Taxable ValueLand$137,200Additions$838,000Total$975,200
Tax Record2025$12,648 ($1,054 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size47,916 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningHISCountyMIDDLESEXAPNSHIR M:0058 B:000A L:00007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 194 Center Road

This home is within Ayer Shirley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Page Hilltop School
PublicPK to 5

Lura A. White Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ayer Shirley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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194 Center Road is a single family home for sale in Shirley, MA 01464. This property was listed for sale on July 9, 2026 by William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, it's currently listed at $1,100,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on November 2, 1995. This listing's school district is Ayer Shirley School District. Nearby schools include Page Hilltop School, Lura A. White Elementary School and Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School. 194 Center Road is a 7-bed, 5-bath, 7,025 sqft single family home built in 1797.

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