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400 Shearer St Palmer — Photo 1 of 42

400 Shearer St Palmer — Photo 1 of 42

$524,900

400 Shearer St, Palmer, MA 01069

Palmer, MA 01069 — Thorndike

Beds

3

Baths

3

SqFt

2,070

Style

Single Family

Built

1953

NEW LISTING! Privacy, Convenience & Huge Potential!  What more could you want?  This lovely home has it all. Nestled on over 2 acres w/pond frontage on Mongo Pond (also known as Ice House Pond), gorgeous view this oversized brick ranch has limitless possibilities. Zoned Business Highway, the walk out basement is the length of the home, w/a separate entrance for a possible home office, formerly a beauty salon. The remainder of the finished basement boasts a gorgeous Stone Fireplace, a kitchenette w/sink, refrigerator and a ¾ bath w/an additional exterior entrance which provides definite potential as a possible ADU. These homeowners have done a lot of updating of major items, including the Roof & Main Floor Windows 2019, Furnace & 45 Gal Oil HW Heater 2024, 200 amp & 100 amp Circuit Breaker Panels 2026 & New Septic & Leach Field 2026.The main floor is loaded w/custom built-ins & storage galore! There is a main floor side entrance entering into a large laundry room with a closet & plenty of cabinetry. From there you go through a pocket door to a beautiful family room w/a Brick Fireplace, built-in bookcase/cabinet & custom wood crown molding. Next is the kitchen w/lovely quartz countertops, plenty of cabinets, a peninsula, a tile back splash & SS appliances. The kitchen leads into a Dining Room w/Hardwood Floors, a built-in corner China cabinet & additional cabinetry above & below the peninsula. Down the center hallway you will find a large main floor tiled bath w/quartz countertops & custom built-ins. This leads to 2 huge bedrooms w/large closets & the Master Ensuite w/2 closets & attached ¾ tiled bath. To the left of the center hall is a huge Living room with a lovely Fireplace w/custom built-ins on both sides and a gorgeous view of the pond, perfect for those large Holiday gatherings. Worried about parking? Don't be! There is ample space for at least 10 cars. Like to sit outside? Wait until you see the large two sided outside Stone Fireplace! What are you waiting for? Book your showing today!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$254/sqft
Local Avg (Palmer)$247/sqft
3% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Palmer, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$524,900
Annual Taxes$7,106

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street12

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
Fireplaces3
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Concrete
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil, Extra Flue, Fireplace(s)
CoolingNone, Whole House Fan
WaterPublic
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame, Block
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock
ZoningHB

Property & Lot

Acres2.1
SqFt Lot91,476
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood • Other

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Basement
OfficeBathroom 3
Main,First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomPrimary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room
Lvl Main,First

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead

Office
Lvl Basement

Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead

Family Room
Lvl Main,First

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Crown Molding, Pocket Door

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Closet - Double

Bedroom 2
Lvl Main,First
Bedroom 3
Lvl Main,First

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 2
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 3
Lvl Basement

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass, Lighting - Overhead

Population

8,821

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$80K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

25.7%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Hampden County

358 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+18% vs the prior 12 months) — 63 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 2,070 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 91,476 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 Provided By

Listing Agent: Margaret Soucie

Listing Office: The Real Estate Market Center

MLS® Number: 73580092

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