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6 beds4,957 sqft

53 Groton Rd, Shirley, MA 01464

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Single FamilyProperty Type
17.51 acresLot Size
1820Year Built
$141/sq ftPrice per sq ft
10 carsParking Spaces

Description

A truly unique antique home set on over 17 private acres, offering the perfect combination of historic character, thoughtful updates and incredible indoor and outdoor space. Large sun-filled rooms showcase high ceilings, original murals, beautiful built-ins, wide pine and hardwood floors and an impressive 9 fireplaces. The updated kitchen captures peaceful views of the surrounding green space, while updated baths and hardwood and tile flooring complement the home’s original details. With 6 bedrooms...A truly unique antique home set on over 17 private acres, offering the perfect combination of historic character, thoughtful updates and incredible indoor and outdoor space. Large sun-filled rooms showcase high ceilings, original murals, beautiful built-ins, wide pine and hardwood floors and an impressive 9 fireplaces. The updated kitchen captures peaceful views of the surrounding green space, while updated baths and hardwood and tile flooring complement the home’s original details. With 6 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, there is exceptional flexibility throughout. The second floor features a stunning oversized great room/music room with beamed ceiling, an incredible space for entertaining, relaxing or gathering. A first-floor apartment offers even more versatility for extended family, guests or income-producing potential. Outside, the 17+ acres are just as impressive with expansive level lawn, wooded acreage with trails, mature plantings, fruit trees, stone walls and two storage sheds. Relax in the hot tub, explore the trails or simply enjoy the privacy and beautiful surroundings. Mixed residential and forest land adds to the possibilities. Filled with endless character and special details, yet offering the updates buyers appreciate, this one-of-a-kind property feels wonderfully private while remaining convenient to commuter routes, area amenities and everything the region has to offer.
Listing Agent
  1. Jenepher Spencer

    Jenepher Spencer

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (978) 692-2121

    M: (978) 618-5262

10 days on Market
Last updated: 09/26/2026 09:37 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73578581

Location

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$4,512 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,737

Property Taxes

$775

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Property Information for 53 Groton Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $9,296 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Shirley
  • Area: MA-Shirley
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Garden, Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 10.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 10

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1820
  • Lot Size: 17.51 AC / 762,648 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Living Area: 4957.0
  • Color: Brick
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 9
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Sitting Room, Great Room, Accessory Apt., Elevator
  • Interior Features: Elevator
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Private

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 195.159722222
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.916666666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.083333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 207.777777777
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.666666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.166666666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 204.236111111
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.166666666
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.416666666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 173.541666666
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.166666666
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.25
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 210.222222222
  • Bedroom5 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.666666666
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 14.333333333
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 330.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 22.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 15.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 196.777777777
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Family Room Length: 14.666666666
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 13.416666666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 256.0
  • Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 21.333333333
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8'9X10'5
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 266.805555555
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.166666666
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 18.833333333

Property Information

Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: See items attached to MLS: sellers disclosure,utility doc,plot plan,offer instructions. APARTMENT has separate entrance kitchen,living room and bedroom. 10+ acres are currently in Chapter 61A if new owner wants to take out town will have first refusal and back taxes owed
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0104 B:000A L:0004,745453
  • Assessments: $750,318
  • Book: 68919
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: R1

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 53 Groton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 5, 2026

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73578595

$700,000—
Sep 25, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73578581

—
Sep 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73578595

$700,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/05/2026

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73578595

$700,000
09/25/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73578581

—
09/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73578595

$700,000

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

Public Records for 53 Groton Road

Taxable Value

Land

$152,067

Additions

$570,200
Total$722,267

Tax Record

2025

$94 ($8 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

6

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

4,957 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,957 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,504 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

762,300 SqFt

Style

Miscellaneous Residential

Year Built

1820

Year Renovated

1820

Zoning

R1

County

MIDDLESEX

APN

SHIR M:0104 B:000A L:00004

Schools near 53 Groton 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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