When was property at 8 South Street built and last sold?

The property at 8 South Street was built in 1803 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $289,900.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 8 South Street is $585,370.

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Middlesex

01469

8 South St

Sold on Jul 31, 2026

Map

$538,000

● House - Off Market

8 South St

Townsend, MA 01469

2 Beds

1 Bath, 1 Half Bath

1,631 Ft²

$3,294

Est. Monthly

About This Property

*** $15,000 CREDIT TO BUYER AT CLOSING *** Incredible Property at an Incredible Price in the heart of highly desired Townsend Harbor historic district. Stately Colonial with fabulous curb appeal featuring GORGEOUS 1.7 ACRE park-like grounds alongside the Squannacook River with sprawling lawn to enjoy summer weekends with family & friends, a gazebo, storage shed & brick patio . An antique lover's dream that beautifully blends historic charm with today's modern conveniences. Some of the many upgrades include 200 AMP CB, New Boiler 2020, generator outlet, and recent roof. It's 8 Room floorplan wraps you in comforting nostalgia with 4 fireplaces, some wideboard floors & built-ins. Shows pride of ownership! The 2 Bonus Rooms upstairs offer flexibility and endless possibilities . 3-BR Septic System/Title 5 Approved. Located handy to commuter routes, shopping area, local dining spots, coffee shops and just steps to the New Squannacook Rail Trail. A Must See! Opportunity is Knocking!!

Unit Size

1,631 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

1.70 acres

Price per sqft

$349

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$495

HOA Dues

Year Built

1803

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Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Jul 31, 2026	Sold	Premium
Sold
Jul 3, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jun 18, 2026	Price Decreased	$570,000 ↓ $5K (0.9%)
Price Decreased
May 25, 2026	Temporarily off market	-
Temporarily off market
May 24, 2026	Withdrawn	-
Withdrawn
May 24, 2026	Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford	$575,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford
May 15, 2026	Price Decreased	$649,000 ↓ $50K (7.2%)
Price Decreased
May 6, 2026	Price Decreased	$699,000 ↓ $26K (3.6%)
Price Decreased
Apr 30, 2026	Price Decreased	$724,900 ↓ $25K (3.3%)
Price Decreased
Apr 7, 2026	Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford	$749,900
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford

	MOTIVATED SELLER Here's Your Chance to live alongside THE SQUANNACOOK RIVER at HISTORIC TOWNSEND HARBOR! Lovingly maintained inside & out. This New England charmer is beautifully set on 1.7 ACRE manicured grounds with Gazebo and expansive lawn ideal for gatherings, pets, playspace. Tremendous curb appeal with impressive classic style and its twin chimneys & hip-roof design. Updated features include 200 AMP Electrical, New Boiler (2020), Recent Roof, Generator Connection. The comfortable 8 Room floor plan boasts formal dining room, kitchen w/breakfast nook & pantry, formal living room, family room, 2 or 3 Bedrooms, Office & Bonus Rm, 4 Rumford fireplaces, some wide-board flooring, architectural moldings, First Floor Laundry, built-ins, some tin ceilings and a spacious screened porch, outdoor brick patio and storage shed. Carriage house used as workshop/storage. Handy to shopping area, new Starbucks and just steps to new rail trail. Title 5 Approved (3 BR Septic installed 1995
Oct 24, 2005	Sold	Premium
Sold
Nov 15, 2003	Listed by Squanicook Associates Real Estate	$294,900
Listed by Squanicook Associates Real Estate

	LOCATED IN TOWNSEND HARBOR HISTORIC DISTRICT. 1803 BRICK END ANTIQUE COLONIAL W/TWIN END CHIMNEYS. GREAT LOCATION ON THE SQUANNACOOK RIVER. LISTEN TO THE HARBOR FALLS! ONCE IN A LIFETIME CHANCE TO OWN A PIECE OF THE TOWN'S HISTORY! NEW TITLE V IN PROCESS.