617 Main Rd, Monterey, MA 01245
$785,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
2,490
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
87,120
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$785,000
List Date:
7/06/2025
Last Modified:
8/21/2025
Description
This fully restored and updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath 1850s farmhouse offers timeless charm in a serene Berkshire setting with deeded access to Lake Garfield. Surrounded by mature perennial gardens, stone walls, and extensive landscaping, the property features a large deck with hot tub and outdoor shower, overlooking a mountain view and a picturesque brook with stone steps and a footbridge. Inside, the main level boasts a sun-filled living room with a wood-burning fireplace, charming paneled dining room with original cabinetry, a large family room (with potential for conversion to a first-floor primary suite), kitchen with granite countertops, and a half bath with laundry. Upstairs offers four spacious bedrooms, two full baths, and a charming sleeping porch perfect for warm summer nights.
Supplements: The finished attic offers bonus space for a home office, studio, or home gym. Additional features include a two-story, two-car garage built in 1995, complete with an EV charger and a partially finished second floor, offering potential for studio. Many recent upgrades including new 4 bedroom septic system, all new windows, interior and exterior doors, refinished floors, backup generator, and comprehensive lead abatement. Located in desirable Monterey with low taxes, this special property is minutes from Lake Garfield town beach, 3 miles to Roadside Cafe, and close to skiing, hiking, Great Barrington, and all that the Berkshires has to offer.
More Information MLS# 246968
Contract Information
Current Price: $785,000
Status: Closed
List Date: 2025-07-06
Sold Price: $785,000
Original List Price: 839000
Limited Service: No
Agent Interest: None
Location Tax Legal
Registry: South Registry
Street #: 617
Street Name: Main
Street Ext: Rd
State/Province: MA
Postal Code: 01245
General Property Description
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Sq Ft Liv Apx: 2490
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
Total Rooms: 8
Total Bedrooms: 4
Total Full Baths: 2
Total Half Baths: 1
Total Bathrooms: 3
Garage Stalls: 2
Parking Spaces Type: Garaged & Off-Street
Surveillance: No
Year Built Apx: 1850
Year Built Source: Assessor
Yr Blt Description: Renovated Since
Lot Size Dimensions: 87,120
Acres Apx: 2
Lot Size SqFt: 87120
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2025-08-21
Under Contract Date: 2025-07-29
Contingent: No
Sold Date: 2025-08-21
Sold Price: $785,000
Title V Date
Title V Date: 8/28/2024
Water Features
Lake/Pond Name: Lake Garfield
Building Info
Exterior Color: Grey
Wood Fireplace #: 1
Property Features
Restrict Covenants: Unk
Title V: Pass
Underground Oil Tank: Unk
Water: Private
Sewer: Private
Easement: Unk
Survey: No
Right of Way: Unk
Right to Farm Comm: Yes
Flood Hazard Area: Unk
Views: Hill/Mountain
Water Features: Brook; Deeded Rights; Dock; Lake; Private Beach
Rentals: Water Treatment System
Electric Type: 200 Amp
Style: NE Farmhouse
Interior Amenities: Alarm System; Backup Generator; Bay/Bow Window; Cable Available; Cedar Closet(s); Fireplace (s); Granite Counter; High Speed Wiring; Jet Tub; Skylight(s); Vaulted Ceilings
Exterior Amenities: Deck; Fenced-Partially; Hot Tub Outdoor; Landscaped; Porch; Mature Landscaping
Appliances Incl: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Construction: Wood Frame
Condition: Recently Renovated
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Basement: Dirt Floor; Interior Access
Floor: Bamboo; Ceramic Tile; Wood
Garage: Detached; Oversized; Multiple
Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Lead Paint: Delead Cert
Zoning: Residential
Seller Disc: No
Possession: To Be Determined
Financing: Cash
Room Information
Half Bathroom
Level: First
Remarks: With Laundry
Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Remarks: Renovated;shower
Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Remarks: Jet Tub
Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dining Room
Level: First
Family Room
Level: First
Kitchen
Level: First
Living Room
Level: First
Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Bonus Room
Level: Third
Documents
Lead Paint Disclosure ›Listing Office: ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE
Listing Agent: Lauren Molk
Last Updated: August - 21 - 2025
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