About this home

Help restore this distinctive 1850 home to its former grandeur! Filled with character, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light, this unique property offers tremendous potential along with a separate 2-bedroom unit-perfect for living in while renovating the main house. The main home features an expansive kitchen with room for a breakfast nook or sitting area, two first-floor living spaces (one offering potential as a bedroom), and exceptionally high ceilings throughout. A 3/4 bath with laundry completes the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious step-down primary bedroom is joined by two additional bedrooms, including one with a walk-in closet. The second unit is conveniently located on the main level and offers a lot of natural light, two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, full bath with tub, high ceilings, and multiple sliders opening to the oversized deck. Outdoor spaces are just as special. Relax on the expansive deck overlooking the private yard, or enjoy the huge enclosed screened room off the main house, a wonderful spot to take in the peaceful surroundings. The yard offers plenty of room for entertaining, gardening and outdoor gatherings. A two-car garage includes a walk-up, full-dormered attic providing excellent storage and even more possibilities.Important property information: A kitchen pipe burst approximately two years ago, and the home subsequently developed mold. ProEnviro recently completed an ozone treatment so contents could be removed. The property will require full mold remediation, estimated at approximately $10,000-$12,000 and an entire new kitchen. Septic system has failed and replacement will be the buyer's responsibility. Buyers may qualify for the Massachusetts Septic Tax Credit of up to $18,000; buyers should independently verify eligibility. Furnace approximately 11 years old, water heater approximately 3 years old and roof approximately 18 years old. Most windows were replaced in 1993-1995.This is not a project for everyone-but for the buyer who sees the potential, 279 Oldham offers space, character, versatility and an opportunity that is increasingly hard to find. Live in the second unit while bringing the main house back to life. Put in the work and imagine what this remarkable property could become! Is your curiosity peaked? Set up a showing today! Be sure to check out house video. Buyer responsible for obtaining Smoke Certificate. Will not qualify for traditional financing.

Facts and features

Schools

• Pembroke High School

  high · 9-12 · 2.2 mi

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• Pembroke Community Middle School

  middle · 7-8 · 3.3 mi

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• Bryantville Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 2.1 mi

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• Cardinal Cushing Centers

  middle · 7-12 · 3.0 mi

• Hobomock Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 2.3 mi

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• North Pembroke Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 3.0 mi

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Price history

• Oct 6, 2026 · Price Changed$475,000
• Oct 6, 2026 · Price Changed$475,000
• Sep 29, 2026 · Listed$525,000
• Sep 28, 2026 · Listed$525,000
• Mar 24, 1993 · Sold$85,000
• May 26, 1992 · Sold$75,000

Tax history

• 2026$8,599 tax · $730,000 assessed
• 2024$8,385 tax · $697,000 assessed
• 2023$8,315 tax · $653,700 assessed
• 2022$8,034 tax · $567,800 assessed
• 2021$7,854 tax · $538,700 assessed
• 2020$7,733 tax · $533,700 assessed
• 2019$7,281 tax · $498,700 assessed
• 2018$7,125 tax · $478,500 assessed

Home value

$535,200

• Cotality$535,200
• Collateral Analytics$899,000
• Quantarium$514,500

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