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Recent Drop: $95,000
$1,690,000
117 Ayer Road, Harvard, MA 01451
Harvard, MA 01451
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
5,616
Style
Single Family
Built
1993
Intentional design.Enduring beauty.Everyday ease. Exceptional custom built home offers a seamless connection to its natural surroundings & is filled with sunlight, enhanced by expansive windows, glass doors & a desirable southern rear exposure. Light maple floors, custom cherry cabinetry w/ maple inlay & built-in cherry casework create a cohesive, timeless aesthetic, complemented by Thos. Moser furnishings and a warm white palette throughout.Storage is abundant, featuring window seats, generous closets & an unfinished basement with flexible future potential (approx 2200sf). Outdoor living is equally inviting with a private heated gunite pool & spa designed with naturalistic plantings, along with established gardens, level recreation land& basketball area. Updates include roof (2021–2024), Azek decking (2020), pool equipment (2023–2025), hot water heater, well tank&new dishwasher(2026). Central Air. Solar ready. Quietly set yet conveniently located near town, schools &commuting routes!
Key facts
It was listed on May 5, 2026. The price has come down from an original $1,995,000 to $1,690,000 across 4 changes, most recently on September 7, 2026. The annual property taxes are $24,256 (2026 tax year). It sits on an 8.02-acre (349,351 sq ft) lot.
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 16 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Harvard, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater • Oven • Dishwasher • Microwave • Range • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Water Treatment
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails • Golf • Conservation Area • Highway Access • House of Worship • Public School
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First15 x 16
Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Dining Room
Lvl First15 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Kitchen
Lvl First24 x 15
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Balcony - Exterior, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
Office
Lvl First13 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room
Lvl First17 x 16
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
Primary Bedroom
Lvl First20 x 16
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Dressing Room
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second15 x 14
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second15 x 16
Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second21 x 16
Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1
Lvl First10 x 11
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Bathroom 2
Lvl First11 x 5
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second11 x 12
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Property History
$1,690,000
Was $1,785,000
Sep 7, 2026
MLS® 73512755
$1,785,000
Was $1,875,000
Jul 27, 2026
MLS® 73512755
$1,875,000
Was $1,925,000
Jul 1, 2026
MLS® 73512755
$1,925,000
Was $1,995,000
Jun 2, 2026
MLS® 73512755
$1,995,000
May 5, 2026
MLS® 73512755
Questions about this home
When was 117 Ayer Road, Harvard listed?
117 Ayer Road, Harvard was listed on May 5, 2026.
Has the price of 117 Ayer Road, Harvard changed?
The price has come down from an original $1,995,000 to $1,690,000 across 4 changes, most recently on September 7, 2026.
What are the property taxes for 117 Ayer Road, Harvard?
The annual property taxes for 117 Ayer Road, Harvard are $24,256 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 117 Ayer Road, Harvard?
117 Ayer Road, Harvard sits on an 8.02-acre (349,351 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 117 Ayer Road, Harvard?
117 Ayer Road, Harvard is actively listed for sale.
Population
5,487
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$215K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
9.0%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Worcester County
1,805 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+1% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,007 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 5,616 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 349,351 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Jennifer Gavin
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
MLS® Number: 73512755
