
549 Main Street Townsend — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $25,000
$600,000
Townsend, MA 01474
Beds
6
Baths
2.5
SqFt
4,494
Style
Single Family
Built
1800
Nestled along scenic Main Street in Townsend, this beautifully updated New England home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. Rich in charm and architectural detail, the property features expansive gathering spaces, multiple fireplaces, exposed beams, and a dramatic vaulted great room filled with natural light. The renovated kitchen offers a clean, modern aesthetic complete with a large center island ideal for entertaining and everyday living. A flexible floor plan provides endless possibilities for multigenerational living, working from home, or creating dedicated recreation and lounge spaces. Adding even more potential, the unfinished bonus space above the oversized two-car garage is ready to be transformed into a studio, game room, guest suite, or additional living area tailored to your needs.
* Analysis is based on 8 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Townsend, MA.
Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer
Public Transportation • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Stable(s) • Golf • Laundromat
15.583333333 x 15.583333333
14 x 27.083333333
15.916666666 x 24.166666666
25 x 24.416666666
13.666666666 x 15.5
12.75 x 16.666666666
15.416666666 x 15.416666666
14.75 x 15.666666666
13.25 x 15.5
6.083333333 x 5
11.083333333 x 5
8.75 x 7.583333333
Was $625,000
Jul 8, 2026
MLS® 73519547
May 14, 2026
MLS® 73519547
2,280
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$136K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
19.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,494 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 26,829 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Benjamin Bradway
Listing Office: Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
MLS® Number: 73519547
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