227 Boston Rd, Groton, MA, 01450
About This Home
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.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1680
Materials
- Foundation: Granite
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique,Farmhouse
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: First Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bathroom1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 112
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 228
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 238
Features
- Bonus Room,Walk-up Attic,Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Vinyl,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 3,310
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,310
- Total interior livable area: 3,310 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 336
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:235 B:1 L:,518060
- Zoning: RA
- Exclusions: Personal Property In House And Barn.
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Barn/Stable,Professional Landscaping,Fruit Trees,Garden,Stone Wall
Lot
- Lot size: 7.61 Acres
- Features: Farm,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Barn,Shared Driveway,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
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
- 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 | $5,562 | $66,744 |
| Home Insurance * | $292 | $3,504 |
| Property Taxes | $1,388 | $16,656 |
| Electricity | $652 | $7,832 |
| Total | $7,894 | $94,728 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $1,250,000 |
| 2026-03-28 | Price change | $1,295,000 |
| 2025-11-10 | Price change | $1,375,000 |
| 2025-10-06 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
| 1996-09-30 | Sold | $412,000 |
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