Across southern New England, this trio of renovated, move-in-ready homes shows how thoughtful updates can elevate everyday living. Each pairs modernized kitchens and refreshed finishes with spaces designed for comfort and connection, from fireplaces to flexible lower-level or bonus-room retreats. Practical improvements—newer windows, updated systems, and efficiency-minded touches—help reduce near-term maintenance while supporting an easy rhythm of life. What ties them together is a shared emphasis on lifestyle, whether that means acreage and outbuildings, neighborhood convenience, or deeded lake access.
54 Acres + Laurel Ledge Farm | $639,900
Lisa Caron
Lisa Caron
Set on 54 acres in Southbridge, 440 N Woodstock Road offers a rare blend of total renovation and working-land potential, with open fields and riding trails that wind through the woods to a beautiful pasture. The kitchen pairs quartz countertops with country cupboards and flows into a sunroom that brings the landscape into daily life. A large living room centers on a wood-burning fireplace, while all three bedrooms include built-ins, with some featuring cedar storage. For those who need serious space, the property includes an attached four-car garage, a separate two-car garage, and an enormous two-story barn previously used for dairy cows, alongside many outbuildings. A second bath in the basement is operable and ready for finishing. With a 2019 furnace, updated plumbing and electrical, and a water report in hand, the setting feels ready for whatever comes next.
- Price:
- $639,900
- Size:
- 1,522 sq ft
- Contact:
- Lisa Caron, Lisa Caron Real Estate LLC, 508.341.8299
56 Bedard Ave | $633,500 (Sold)
Tamara Schofield
Tamara Schofield
A study in contemporary design, this beautifully remodeled home balances crisp finishes with spaces made for daily living. The kitchen reads like a true centerpiece, with a large center island, sleek white cabinetry, premium Café appliances, and quartz countertops paired with a seamless quartz backsplash. Striking light fixtures carry that refined look throughout. In the family room, a contemporary electric fireplace set against a textured accent wall creates a warm, modern focal point. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds welcome flexibility, offering a second fireplace, a convenient counter nook for hosting or work-from-home days, and a half bath. Practical upgrades include new windows and doors, all new flooring, a new water heater, and a standby generator for added peace of mind. Set in a fabulous neighborhood close to schools and shopping, life here feels effortlessly pulled together.
Price: $633,500 (Sold)
- Size:
- 17,428 sq ft
- Contact:
- Tamara Schofield, Realty ONE Group NEST, 978.352.0147
12 Field Avenue | $499,000 (Sold)
Tamara Schofield
Tamara Schofield
Along the water’s edge in Salem, this sold three-bedroom home pairs an easy modern layout with deeded access to Millville Lake, just minutes from the Massachusetts border. The kitchen sets a clean, current tone with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range, opening directly to the dining and living areas for a true open-concept flow. On the first floor, durable vinyl plank flooring runs throughout, alongside a full bath for everyday convenience. A slider connects the main living space to the deck and backyard—an effortless extension for outdoor meals or quiet evenings. Upstairs, three bedrooms are joined by a half bath and a flexible bonus room suited to a home office, dressing room, or walk-in closet. Newer replacement windows and mini splits round out the comfort, with lake days never far from home.
Price: $499,000 (Sold)
- Size:
- 1,276 sq ft
- Contact:
- Tamara Schofield, Realty ONE Group NEST, 978.352.0147
