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Listing broker remarks

Rare historic property, with heirloom-variety apple orchard, abutting APR agricultural land, at the base of Prospect Hill offers numerous possibilities. Home built by Deacon Joshua Whitney, pioneer settler of Groton, & was a garrison house in late 1600’s - early 1700’s. Historic details like boxed beams & wide-pine floors have been preserved. Newer (2015) kitchen opens to rear patio with stone wall & built-in firepit. Solid flue lining added to central chimney for 5 fireplaces in 1997. Chandelier & additional fixtures are handmade early American reproductions. Two ‘mini-splits’ added for some heating & cooling. Artisan iron railings adorn granite steps. Property is south of Groton’s center, minutes from Groton Hill Music Center, fine dining & shopping, & 2 private high schools. Property has been featured in movies, calendars and paintings. Current owners raised Belted Galloway cattle here. Town sewer can be extended to 100’ x 36’ barn at owner's expense, subject to Town approval.— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty

Key details

  • 3,310 sq ft
  • 7.61 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1680 built
  • $354 / sq ft
  • $14,492 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠3⁠9⁠9⁠6⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
227 Boston Rd
Town
Groton, MA
ZIP
01450
Deed (Bk/Pg)
26708 / 195

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Prescott, Abel - Eaton, Joshua Bank Barn · includes GRO.H

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Groton

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.