51 Cherry St

Taxes: $7,330 (2026)

About this home

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.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Low-Rise, Antique, Italianate

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Individual

Heating

Forced Air, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Shingle

Garage

Detached, Storage, Work Area

Lot

Cleared, Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Improved Driveway

Basement

Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Exterior

Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Screens, Garden Area, Stone Wall

Interior

Wetbar, Walk-up Attic