For sale

$585,000

222 Snake Hill Rd, Ayer, MA 01432

3beds

1,590sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

0.47 Acres Lot

$588,500 Zestimate^®

$368/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Detached one-room cottageDrive-through two-car garageMetal roofLarge landscaped yardStunning oversized fireplace

Check out this charming lake home just steps from Sandy Pond Lake, ready for its next chapter of memories! Key features are a beautiful post-and-beam living room and a stunning oversized fireplace, creating a warm cabin feel. A rare drive-through two-car garage adds convenience- with 2 driveways, and the large landscaped yard provides plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. The pergola with a roof and cement base is perfect for dining, entertaining, or relaxing rain or shine. A unique bonus is the detached one-room cottage, once the original kitchen years ago—ideal for guests, a studio, or extra workspace. The home has a metal roof and is also equipped with a backup generator for peace of mind. Located next to Sandy Pond Beach, you can enjoy swimming, fishing, and a sandy beach with lifeguards, plus tennis courts, a playground, and basketball courts. Convenient access to Route 495 and Route 2 makes commuting easy while still enjoying lakeside living.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture
Level: First

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Breakfast Bar / Nook
Level: Main,First

Family room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
Level: Main,First

Kitchen

Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First

Heating

Forced Air, Oil, Other

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Microwave
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Internet Available - Unknown
Flooring: Carpet
Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,590
Total interior livable area: 1,590 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,590

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard, Gazebo, Garden
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Lake, Pond, Public Water View
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Lake,Pond,Public,Water
Waterfront features: Beach Access, Lake/Pond, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

Size: 0.47 Acres
Features: Corner Lot, Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Gazebo
Parcel number: 346913
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape,Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Frame, Stone, Post & Beam
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Generator, 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Ayer

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $368/sqft
Tax assessed value: $410,200
Annual tax amount: $4,906
Date on market: 4/30/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$588,500

$559,000 - $618,000

$3,156/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/30/2026	Listed for sale	$585,000$368/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73508084 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,906 +1.2%	$410,200 +3.6%
2024	$4,849 +6.2%	$395,800 +7.7%
2023	$4,564 +3.3%	$367,500 +11.6%
2022	$4,418 +5.3%	$329,200 +11%
2021	$4,194 +3.3%	$296,600 +3%
2020	$4,061 +8.1%	$288,000 +4.5%
2019	$3,755 -0.8%	$275,500 +5%
2018	$3,786 +3.4%	$262,400 +3.1%
2017	$3,661 +4.5%	$254,400 +5.5%
2016	$3,503 +2.8%	$241,100 +3.4%
2015	$3,408 +5.5%	$233,100 +1.6%
2014	$3,231 +1.1%	$229,500 -2.1%
2013	$3,195 +1.8%	$234,400 -2.2%
2012	$3,140 +7.9%	$239,700 -0.5%
2011	$2,911 +4%	$240,800 -1.1%
2010	$2,799 +1%	$243,600 -6.7%
2009	$2,770 +2.9%	$261,100 -4.6%
2008	$2,692 +2.6%	$273,600 -0.6%
2007	$2,625 +1.6%	$275,200
2006	$2,584 +9.6%	$275,200 +5.8%
2005	$2,358 +6.4%	$260,000 +17.8%
2004	$2,217 +16.7%	$220,800 +10.4%
2003	$1,900 +24.3%	$200,000 +44.1%
2001	$1,528 +5.2%	$138,800 +8.2%
2000	$1,452 +16.8%	$128,300 +1.7%
1997	$1,243	$126,200