
31 South St Bernardston — Photo 1 of 42
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
2,919
Style
Single Family
Built
1790
Set on 2 acres in the heart of Bernardston village, this 1790 Colonial is filled with the kind of character you just don’t find in newer homes. The main living space offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a first-floor bedroom, with wood floors, multiple fireplaces, period details and generously sized rooms throughout. An additional 3-room accessory apartment includes 1 bedroom and 1 full bath, adding flexibility for extended family, guests or other uses. Outside, the setting is equally appealing with a covered front porch, stone patio, expansive lawn, mature trees, wooded areas and a pond, plus a large 2-story, 2-bay barn/garage offering plenty of room for storage, workshop space or hobbies. Enjoy the feel of a spacious country property while being right in the village, close to Cushman Park, the library and local shops, with convenient access to major routes.
Market Value Analysis
Limited sample — based on 6 comparable properties.
* Analysis is based on 6 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Bernardston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Park • Stable(s) • Highway Access • House of Worship • Private School • Public School
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood
Dining Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood
Kitchen
Lvl FirstFlooring - Laminate
Family Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondFlooring - Wood
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondFlooring - Vinyl
Population
2,589
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$85K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
19.3%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Franklin County
60 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-26% vs the prior 12 months) — 0 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '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 2,919 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 87,120 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: Donald Mailloux
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Community REALTORS®
MLS® Number: 73575379
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