The Ultimate Multigenerational Home: Three private levels of living in Spencer, MA. Perfectly fitting an extended family, an in-law layout, or adult children without sacrificing privacy, 51 Cherry St is a masterfully updated c.1878 Victorian estate built for grand-scale living. Offered for the first time in over half a century, this 4,103 sq ft landmark features a highly flexible layout spread across three beautifully distinct floors.Level 1 serves as the ultimate gathering space, designed for everyone to come together. It features a massive, remodeled chef's kitchen equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, dual gas ranges, and a giant granite center island. Additionally, the spacious family room offers easy conversion into a first-floor main bedroom for those preferring step-free living.Level 2 operates as a semi-independent wing perfect for adult children, parents, or long-term guests. This floor holds four oversized bedrooms, a full bath, a dedicated laundry area, and its own built-in kitchenette, functioning seamlessly as a private apartment within the home.Level 3 provides a completely private primary oasis and peaceful retreat. This top-floor penthouse features a massive bedroom with vaulted ceilings, a home office, an exercise room, its own independent heating system, and a spa-like bath with a jetted tub and skylights.The exterior features a deep, flat 0.61-acre yard with a screened porch and brick patio. An impressive two-story detached barn provides a two-car garage, workshop, art studio, or recreation space. Finding a historic masterpiece with this level of updated luxury and absolute layout flexibility is incredibly rare.
| MLS # | 73546169 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1878 |
| Days On Site | 83 |
| Listing Provided By | ERA Key Realty Services- Spenc | Donna Flannery |
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 4,103 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Zoning | VR |
| Acreage | 0.61 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Rooms Total | 12 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Interior Features | Bathroom, Home Office, Kitchen, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic |
| Window Features | Screens |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Fireplace Features | Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total | 3 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Flooring | Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
| Exterior Features | Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall |
|---|---|
| Roof | Slate |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Foundation Details | Stone, Brick/Mortar, Granite |
| Lot Features | Cleared, Level |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Driveway |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7330 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 667600 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Worcester |
| City | Spencer |
| Zip Code | 01562 |
| Area | Worcester |
| Listing VS Median (in 01562) | |
Price: $699,900 low | high Med: $430,000 sqft: 4,103 low | high Med: 1,310 $ / sqft: $171 low | high Med: $329 On site: 83 low | high Med: 30.5 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Worcester |
| City | Spencer |
| Zip Code | 01562 |
| Area | Worcester |
| Listing VS Median (in 01562) | |
Price: $699,900 low | high Med: $430,000 sqft: 4,103 low | high Med: 1,310 $ / sqft: $171 low | high Med: $329 On site: 83 low | high Med: 30.5 | |