8 Massachusetts Ave

Worcester, MA 01609

$765,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
6,268 Sq. Ft.
$122 / Sq. Ft.
6,268
Sq. Ft.
$122
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Two properties on a significant parcel in the Massachusetts Ave Historic District. The main home, the Sally Parker House is a fine example of English Revival craftsmanship in the shingle-style. The Carriage House located at 8 Drury Lane features 4 floors, workshop, tack-room, a full apartment. The property as a whole features gardens, rolling stone walls, a courtyard terrace, private patios all on a manageable half-acre. The main home, while substantial, feels intimate and lived-in... like an old...Two properties on a significant parcel in the Massachusetts Ave Historic District. The main home, the Sally Parker House is a fine example of English Revival craftsmanship in the shingle-style. The Carriage House located at 8 Drury Lane features 4 floors, workshop, tack-room, a full apartment. The property as a whole features gardens, rolling stone walls, a courtyard terrace, private patios all on a manageable half-acre. The main home, while substantial, feels intimate and lived-in... like an old friend, it welcomes you. Gracious, bright and airy with large windows catching sunrise to sunset. The architecturally ornate and substantial, yet balanced and livable, first floor allows for easy living and entertaining while upstairs offers a calming respite amidst the many fireplaced bedrooms. The third floor of the home offers a game-room, two additional bedrooms and a full bath plus plenty of storage. The home is not lacking for storage. Neat details mix with modern updates for today!
  1. Listed by Allen Greenman • ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester

Property Details for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

Town
Worcester
MLS Area
West Side
Area
MA-Worcester-West Side, MA-Worcester
Architectural Style
Tudor, Shingle, Carriage House, Other (See Remarks)
Style
Garden, Tudor, Shingle, Carriage House, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
7
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:10 AM

Property Details for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #72636708
Days on Market100
Taxes$16,013 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1907
CountyWorcester County

Location

Listing Courtesy of ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester, Allen Greenman

Sold By ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester, Tim McCann

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Building Information for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,482 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,343 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,008

Property Taxes

$1,334

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 6268.0
  • Color: Brown
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Flagg Street
  • High School: Your Choice
  • Middle School: Your Choice
  • Neighborhood: Massachusetts Avenue Historic District
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Radon Remediation System, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 6.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Closet, High Speed Internet Hookup, Library, Bathroom, Game Room, Bedroom, Laundry Chute, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Laundry Chute, Internet Available - Broadband, French Doors, Intercom
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Guest House, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio, Porch - Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Heated, Work Area, Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 360.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 322.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 23.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 280.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 192.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 272.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 16.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 378.0
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 27.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 320.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled
  • Family Room Length: 20.0
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 192.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 14X10
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 468.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 18.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Some existing knob & tube wiring,asbestos pipe-wrap (wrapped) in basement. Please see all addendum's,allow for additional time in contract due to COVID-19 precautions/protocols.
Tax Information
  • Assessments: $889,600
  • Book: 57363
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: RS-10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 2397.0
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 30, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72636708

$765,000—
Jun 14, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72636708

—
Mar 21, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72636708

$875,000—
Nov 7, 2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30691016

$785,000—
Nov 6, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128008730

$785,000—
Aug 28, 2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30691016

—
Aug 28, 2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30691016

—
Feb 20, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30691016

$975,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/30/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72636708

$765,000
06/14/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72636708

—
03/21/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72636708

$875,000
11/07/2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30691016

$785,000
11/06/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128008730

$785,000
08/28/2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30691016

—
08/28/2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30691016

—
02/20/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30691016

$975,000

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Public Records for 8 Massachusetts Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$119,200Additions$950,700Total$1,069,900
Tax Record2025$14,112 ($1,176 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,496 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,496 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,000 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,811 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningRS-10CountyWORCESTERAPNWORC M:20 B:013 L:00006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Massachusetts Avenue

This home is within Worcester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 6
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Jacob Hiatt Magnet School
PublicPK to 6

Chandler Magnet School
PublicPK to 6

Flagg Street School
PublicK to 6

Forest Grove Middle School
Public7 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester, Allen Greenman

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