Active
3 beds1,176 sqft
551 Otis Rd, Becket, MA 01223
Est: $4,240/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.24 acresLot Size
1928Year Built
$594/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Experience year-round magic at this classic 1925 lakefront cottage, set on a private point of Shaw Pond with 60' of direct shoreline. Panoramic water and mountain views unfold from the screened porch, while a stone fire pit sets the scene for sunset gatherings. Inside, renovated, light-filled spaces include an open living room with stone fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, updated full bath, and laundry. Upstairs, three cozy bedrooms and a half bath offer a peaceful retreat. A private summer dock...Experience year-round magic at this classic 1925 lakefront cottage, set on a private point of Shaw Pond with 60' of direct shoreline. Panoramic water and mountain views unfold from the screened porch, while a stone fire pit sets the scene for sunset gatherings. Inside, renovated, light-filled spaces include an open living room with stone fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, updated full bath, and laundry. Upstairs, three cozy bedrooms and a half bath offer a peaceful retreat. A private summer dock invites kayaking, paddleboarding, and motorized boating, while winter brings ice fishing and skating. Just 13 minutes to downtown Lee, 24 minutes to Tanglewood, and 20 minutes to Jacob's Pillow. Berkshire lakefront living at its best, in every season!

Listing Agents

  1. Molly Gillon

    Molly Gillon

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (973) 650-7892

    M: (973) 650-7892

  2. Tracy Crawford

    Tracy Crawford

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (413) 464-3078

    M: (413) 464-3078

6 days on Market
Last updated: 09/28/2026 03:10 PM • Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 250921

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$4,240 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,732

Property Taxes

$509

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Property Information for 551 Otis Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,105 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • View: Water, Pond, Lake
  • Parking Spaces Type: Off Street
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Lot Size: 0.24 AC / 10,454 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Lee Premium Outlets; Turn right onto US-20 Turn right onto MA-8 S Home will be on the left hand side of the road, 551 Otis Rd.
  • MLS Area Major: Middle Registry
  • Latitude: 42.25
  • Longitude: -73.13
  • MLS Area Minor: Middle Registry
  • Views Water: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Book Number: 7775
  • Parcel Number: BECK M:2040 L:015100000
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Tax Amount: $6,105.02
  • Tax Assessed Value: 638600
  • Assess Amount: $638,600.00
  • Assessed Year: 2026.0
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Book: 7775
  • Page: 265
  • Fee Includes Use of Facilities: Yes
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Nessacus Regional
  • High School: Wahconah Regional
  • Elementary School: Becket Washington
  • Elementry School: Becket Washington
  • Middle School: Nessacus Regional
Parking
  • Other Parking: Off Street
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage None: Yes
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tours Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Area: 0.24
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 10,454
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10454.0
  • Square Feet Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1176.0
  • Building Area Total: 1176.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Perc Yes: Yes
  • Restrict Covenants Unknown: Yes
  • Restrict Covenants No: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Floor Plans Count: 3
  • Total Bathrooms Source: MLS
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Videos Count: 0
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Easement Yes: Yes
  • Survey Unknown: Yes
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Flood Hazard Area Unknown: Yes
  • Title V Pass: Yes
  • Title V Tight Tank: Yes
  • Title V Date: 1/23/2025
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient Lighting: Yes
  • Energy Features Insulated Doors: Yes
  • Energy Features Insulated Windows: Yes
  • Energy Features ProgramThermostat: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Tight Tank
  • Water Yes: Yes
  • Water Access Well: Yes
  • Sewer Tight Tank: Yes
  • Stove Permit No: Yes
  • Internet Service Fiber Optic Availabl: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Boat Slip, Trash Private, Porch, Dock, Landscaped
  • Exterior Amenities Dock: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Landscaped: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Pond: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Trash Private: Yes
  • Waterfront Dock: Yes
  • Waterfront Frontage on Water: Yes
  • Waterfront Lake: Yes
  • Waterfront Lake Access: Yes
  • Waterfront LakePond Name: Shaw Pond
  • Waterfront Motorized Vehicles: Yes
  • Waterfront Pond: Yes
  • Waterfront Pond Access: Yes
  • Waterfront Public Beach: Yes
  • Exterior Siding Wood: Yes
  • Electric Type 100 Amp: Yes
  • Frontage Approximate: 60.00
  • Right of Way Unknown: Yes
  • Post Beam Wood Frame: Yes
  • Style Cottage: Yes
Interior Features
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Total: 2.00
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.10
  • Total Rooms: 6.00
  • Accessibility 1st Floor Full Bath: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air
  • Kitchen Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Wtr Treatment-Own
  • Heating: Yes
  • Underground Oil Tank Unk: Yes
  • Building Information Exterior Color: Grey
  • Building Information Wood Stove: 1
  • Interior Features: Fireplace (s)
  • Interior Amenities Fireplaces: Yes
  • Basement Bulk head: Yes
  • Basement Crawl: Yes
  • Fuel Propane: Yes
  • Hot Water Electric: Yes
  • Insulation Fiberglass: Yes
  • Insulation Unknown: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included Freezer: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Treatment Own: Yes
  • Floor Carpet: Yes
  • Floor Laminate: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Forced Air: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Wood Stove: Yes
  • Lead Paint Unk: Yes
Room Information
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Seasonal Room, Full Bathroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Half Bathroom
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Seasonal Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type: Half Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Rental
Rental Information
  • Certified Occupancy No: Yes

Property History for 551 Otis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #250921

$699,000—
Feb 11, 2025

Sold

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #245347

$700,000—
Feb 7, 2025

Sold

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #245347

$770,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/23/2026

Listed (Active)

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #250921

$699,000
02/11/2025

Sold

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #245347

$700,000
02/07/2025

Sold

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #245347

$770,000

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

Public Records for 551 Otis Road

Taxable ValueLand$268,400Additions$351,400Total$619,800
Tax Record2025$5,429 ($452 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt504 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,454 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928Year Renovated1980ZoningR1CountyBERKSHIREAPNBECK M:2040 L:015100000

Schools near 551 Otis Road

This home is within Central Berkshire School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Becket Washington School
PublicPK to 5

Nessacus Regional Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wahconah Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Kittredge Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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551 Otis Road is a single family home for sale in Becket, MA 01223. This property was listed for sale on September 23, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $699,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on February 11, 2025. This listing's school district is Central Berkshire School District. Nearby schools include Becket Washington School, Nessacus Regional Middle School and Wahconah Regional High School. 551 Otis Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,176 sqft single family home built in 1928.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

The property listing data and information, or the images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc., Martha's Vineyard MLS, CCIMLS, Link MLS, and Berkshire County Board of REALTORS from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc., Martha's Vineyard MLS, CCIMLS, Link MLS, and Berkshire County Board of REALTORS. The property listing data and information, and the images, are for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc., Martha's Vineyard MLS, CCIMLS, Link MLS, and Berkshire County Board of REALTORS and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the images, set forth herein.