279 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450
About This Home
This home is a truly extraordinary offering. An iconic 1887 former chapel in Groton Center, once owned by the prestigious Groton School, now beautifully converted to a single-family residence while preserving its striking Gothic Revival architecture. Thoughtfully designed for multigenerational living with remarkable versatility, this home easily accommodates extended family, guests, or income-producing possibilities. A spacious apartment above the four-car garage expands the options even further. The connected lower level offers excellent privacy with its own entrance and features a full kitchen, two bedrooms, an office, laundry, and a bonus room ideal for an in-law suite. Set on a corner lot with two entrances and a circular driveway, the property also offers a private, fenced backyard and beautifully curated, low-maintenance grounds. A rare blend of architectural beauty, historic significance, and modern-day versatility
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,Post & Beam
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub,Walk-up Attic
- Door features: Insulated Doors
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Marble
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 2,731
- Finished area above ground: 6,069
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 8,800
- Total interior livable area: 8,800 sqft
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4303724
- Zoning: RA
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Deck - Composite,Covered
- Exterior features: Deck,Deck - Composite,Covered Patio/Deck,Balcony,Professional Landscaping,Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 1.00 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached,Workshop in Garage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Drought
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $15,144 | $181,728 |
| Home Insurance * | $797 | $9,564 |
| Property Taxes | $3,708 | $44,496 |
| Electricity | $1,735 | $20,823 |
| Total | $21,384 | $256,608 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-06 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000 |
| 2025-08-19 | Listing removed | $3,250,000 |
| 2025-06-12 | Price change | $3,250,000 |
| 2025-04-18 | Listed for sale | $3,850,000 |
| 2018-10-15 | Sold | $300,000 |
| 2014-11-20 | Sold | $250,000 |
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