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142 Days on market

lot 1 Daniel Shays Hwy New Salem — Photo 1 of 2

$699,000

lot 1 Daniel Shays Hwy, New Salem, MA 01355

New Salem, MA 01355

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,750

Style

Single Family

Built

2026

Come enjoy the tranquility of the small Quabbin town. Breathtaking views of the Reservoir await you on your morning walk or hike, or just take a stroll around the common with its historic elegance. Just minutes to Amherst or Rt2. This very private location is just what you have been waiting for. Home to be completed in September but come in early and pick colors or make some upgrades.

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

Limited sample — based on 6 comparable properties.

This Property$399/sqft

Local Avg (New Salem)$207/sqft

93% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 6 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within New Salem, MA.

Financials

Original Price$699,000

Annual Taxes$999,999

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

Fireplaces1

FlooringTile, Hardwood

BasementNone

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard

CoolingNone

WaterPrivate

SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationConcrete Perimeter

ZoningRES

Property & Lot

Acres3.34

SqFt Lot145,490

Lot FeaturesWooded

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Plumbed For Ice Maker

Geography

Property History

Listed

$699,000

Apr 20, 2026

MLS® 73504161

Expired

$79,900

Dec 1, 2024

MLS® 73272125

Listed

$79,900

Aug 1, 2024

MLS® 73272125

Population

958

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$83K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

11.2%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Franklin County

60 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-26% vs the prior 12 months) — 0 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

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: 875 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,750 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 145,490 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.

Full New Salem, MA market report ZIP 01355 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: David F. Bardsley

Listing Office: Action Realty Group

MLS® Number: 73504161