For sale

$575,000

74 N Lake Ave, Otis, MA 01253

2beds

899sqft

$3,603/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1951

0.27 Acres Lot

$559,800 Zestimate^®

$640/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Quiet dead-end streetOpen floor plan

Built in 1951 this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy all that Otis Reservoir has to offer. Located at the end of a quiet dead-end street, this property sits on a larger lot with plenty of privacy and room to expand. The open floor plan creates a comfortable and inviting living space, while the existing 2-car garage provides excellent storage and parking. A major highlight is the deeded rights and private dock on Otis Reservoir, offering easy access to boating, swimming, fishing, and relaxing by the water. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, summer retreat, or a property with potential for future expansion, this cottage provides a wonderful foundation in a desirable waterfront community. Make this property your own !

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Features: Open Floorplan
Level: First

Heating

Space Heater, Propane

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

High Speed Internet
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 899
Total interior livable area: 899 sqft
Finished area above ground: 899

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio
Has view: Yes
View description: Water, Lake
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Lake,Water
Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, Direct Access, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Deeded Rights)
Frontage length: 115.00

Lot

Size: 0.27 Acres
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 3458270
Zoning: res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch,Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Other
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1951

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Otis Reservoir

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Otis

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $640/sqft
Tax assessed value: $187,500
Annual tax amount: $1,106
Date on market: 10/14/2026
Road surface type: Unimproved

Estimated market value

$559,800

$532,000 - $588,000

$2,290/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/14/2026	Listed for sale	$575,000+82.5%$640/sqft
Source: BCMLS #251135 Report a problem
8/31/2012	Sold	$315,000$350/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$976 -0.8%	$151,100 -0.5%
2024	$984 +20.9%	$151,900 +23.5%
2023	$814 -4.2%	$123,000 +12.1%
2022	$850 +1.3%	$109,700 +10.8%
2021	$839 +3.2%	$99,000 +1.5%
2020	$813 +0.7%	$97,500
2019	$807	$97,500
2018	$807 +2.4%	$97,500
2017	$788 +1.4%	$97,500 -1.5%
2016	$777	$99,000