$1,300,000

78 Shaker Rd, Harvard, MA 01451

  • 7 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 7,012 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1840
  • Property Lot Size Icon2.3acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 3 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $185/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 21 days ago

Property Description

This extraordinary 1840 Shaker home served as a dwelling for the Shakers, as an inn for visitors, an office and store—used by the current owner as a spacious residence since 1956. The layout includes 4 finished living levels plus walk-up attic and a sub-basement for utilities. Preserved built-in cabinets and pegboard found throughout the house exemplify the fine craftsmanship that the Shakers were renowned for. A large living room features a fireplace and historic built-ins. There are numerous bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, and a host of rooms that can serve as a home office, a studio, playroom, home gym, a workshop and more. A 3-season porch at 2nd level height, has a 3-bay garage below. Set on 2.3 acres on a quiet residential street in Harvard Shaker Village. Come discover Harvard–with plentiful conserved public lands, fine schools, a pond for swimming and boating, access to highway and rail, in a quaint town offering a wonderful sense of community.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
November 11, 2025 at 06:00AM
Listing Office:
Petraglia Real Estate Services : 508-476-7745
Listing Agent:
John Petraglia : 508-864-0583
MLS ID:
73453731
  • General: ClosetCloset/Cabinets - Custom BuiltEntry HallSun RoomHome OfficeStudyPlay RoomBedroomWalk-up AtticInternet Available - Unknown
  • Appliances: Electric Water HeaterRangeDishwasherRefrigerator
  • Laundry: Laundry ClosetCloset/Cabinets - Custom BuiltFlooring - WoodElectric Dryer HookupWasher HookupFirst Floor
  • Basement: FullFinishedWalk-Out AccessSump Pump
  • Flooring: WoodPineFlooring - Wood
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: SteamOil
  • Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 1
  • Disability Feature: None
  • General: Porch - EnclosedGarden
  • Style: Antique
  • Parking: AttachedUnderOff Street
  • Roofing: Slate
  • Windows: Storm Window(s)
  • General: FramePost & BeamStoneGraniteIrregular
  • Road/Access: Public
  • Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
  • County: Worcester
  • Zoning: RESM:5 B:251533384
  • Utilities: for Gas RangeGeneratorCircuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
  • Water: Private
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network
  • Exclusions: Personal Property

This listing courtesy of John Petraglia, Petraglia Real Estate Services

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Location

Schools Nearby

H

Hildreth Elementary School

27 Mass Ave, Harvard, MA, 01451

Grades PK-5

3.00 miles away

B

Bromfield

14 Mass Ave, Harvard, MA, 01451

Grades 6-12

3.01 miles away

B

Bromfield

14 Mass Ave, Harvard, MA, 01451

Grades 6-12

3.01 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.