Seven For Sale: 1770s Revolutionary Era Homes In Mass.

MASSACHUSETTS – There are two types of people in this world: Those who like new construction, and those who prefer old homes. If you're the latter, Massachusetts is the place for you. In honor of the Fourth of July, we searched for some of the best homes built in the 1770s that are on the market today, nearly two and a half centuries later.

Here are seven Revolutionary Era Massachusetts homes, steeped in history, for sale. If you want more information (and photos!) click on the links below. As always, you can click here for any of your buying, renting, or selling real estate needs.

9 Merritt St., Marblehead

This home features extraordinary, museum quality period details. Built before the Revolution this property was originally both a home and bakery for many years. Read more.

251 Main St., Foxboro

Welcome to Sunnymeade! This gracious Federal Colonial, owned by Thomas Brastow, Jr, c. 1775, is set on 3.5+ pastoral acres offering small scenic pond, stonewall, raised granite beds, brick walkways + specimen trees & plantings. Read more.

391 Dedham St., Newton

Georgian Style Antique Colonial with a fabulous large yard and extra 25,000 square foot lot included. This sun splashed old world charm home offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths. Read more.

221 Ash St., Weston

Where history makes a home, this meticulously renovated Circa 1770's Colonial includes wide board pine floors, five fireplaces and expertly crafted millwork. This Georgian house was moved to Weston in 1923. Read more.

250 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury

Elegant & sophisticated describe this sunny, expansive & historically significant parsonage perched above a beautiful carriage road in the heart of Old Sudbury Center. The home combines the perfect blend of past & present w/a stunning renovation that stays true to the period while adding modern luxuries. Read more.

90 Old Harbor Road, Chatham

With a highly sought after location, the Captain Joseph Atkins House (Circa 1775) is now available for purchase. This Full Cape house is a well preserved and detailed example of the traditional regional dwelling type and still retains the original floor plan, fireplaces, built-in cupboards, wide pine floors and ''good morning'' stairs. Read more.

310 Front St., Marion

Located on Marion's Front Street,this quintessential Federal Style home with waterviews built in 1771 boasts charm combined with unique history. From 1800 to the early 20th century the house was called Capt. James Luce house. The house served travelers and was also known as the Norton Tavern. Read more.