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$175,000

Est. $1,656/mo —

•

505

sq ft

196 Swanson #501, Boxboro, MA 01719

About this home

Your opportunity to own at Harvard Ridge Condos! 196 Swanson Road, Unit 501 offers a fantastic, affordable find in Boxborough with many updates already completed for you. This one-bedroom property has been refreshed with new paint and stylish new flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the entire layout. The kitchen offers plenty of functionality, while the primary bedroom serves as a comfortable retreat with ample storage. A full bath with tile flooring and tub/shower completes this unit, and for added convenience, you'll find common laundry facilities located right in the building.Situated in a wooded setting, this property is surrounded by nearby conservation land and trails, offering plenty of space to get outside and explore. It also offers incredible accessibility, as you are just minutes from I-495, Route 111, and nearby commuter rail stations. Everyday conveniences and the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District are also within easy reach. Don't miss out on this property that is ready for its next owner!

TownhomeProperty Type

1973Year Built

$347Price/Sq.Ft.

$498/moHOA Dues

1 spaceParking

Listed by Jennifer Gavin • Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord

Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord

Listing updated: Sep 9, 2026 at 12:16pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73574151

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$1,656 per month

Principal and interest$920

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Blanchard Memorial School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi

8/10

Raymond J Grey Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi

10/10

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Market insights

196 Swanson #501 · $175,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 23 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 0% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $724,514. (314% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Interior features
Three total rooms
Tile and vinyl flooring
No basement

Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the first level with a closet and vinyl flooring (approx. 10' x 10')

Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the first level with tiled tub/shower and ceramic/stone tile flooring (approx. 7' x 5')

Kitchen
Dining area
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Laundry available in the building

Flooring
Tile flooring
Vinyl flooring
Ceramic/stone tile in bathroom

Heating & cooling
Electric baseboard heating
Window air conditioning units

Sale and tax history for 196 Swanson #501

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73574151

Sep 9, 2026

Listed

$175,000

$347/sq ft

MLS PIN #71142391

Dec 31, 2010

Sold

$40,300

$80/sq ft

Dec 8, 2010

Contingent

—

Nov 8, 2010

Relisted

—

Nov 3, 2010

Contingent

—

Sep 25, 2010

Listed

$39,900

$79/sq ft

MLS PIN #30665043

Dec 18, 2002

Sold

$74,900

$148/sq ft

Dec 5, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Nov 4, 2002

Listed

$74,900

$148/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,483 (+26.4%)

$164,000

2024

$1,964 (+8.8%)

$131,000

2023

$1,805 (+5.0%)

$116,300

2022

$1,719 (+10.7%)

$98,700

2020

$1,553 (+18.5%)

$92,900

2019

$1,310 (+4.7%)

$79,800

2018

$1,251 (+16.7%)

$76,100

2017

$1,072 (+15.5%)

$63,800

2016

$928 (+8.4%)

$56,700

2015

$856 (−7.9%)

$51,400

2014

$929 (−1.3%)

$52,500

2013

$941 (−9.5%)

$53,200

2012

$1,040 (−3.0%)

$58,200

2011

$1,072 (−13.6%)

$61,700

2010

$1,241 (−5.7%)

$75,100

2009

$1,316

$88,700

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

482

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

482

Year built

1973

Style

Townhouse

County

Middlesex County

APN

4301508

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

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196 Swanson Rd, Boxboro, MA 01719

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501	$175,000	1 bed	1 bath	505 sq ft

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Boxboro, MA • 01719

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Redfin Estimate for 196 Swanson #501

$174,777

$223 under list price of $175K

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $177K to $221K.

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3 years older
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1 bed1 bath494 sq ft
226 Swanson Rd #617, Boxboro, MA 01719
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SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$185,000 Last sold price
1 bed1 bath651 sq ft
773 Massachusetts Ave Unit C5, Boxboro, MA 01719
$63/sq ft
2 years older
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$221,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath910 sq ft
58 Spencer Rd Unit 32K, Boxboro, MA 01719
$104/sq ft
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$212,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath830 sq ft
35 Swanson Ct Unit 32D, Boxboro, MA 01719
$92/sq ft

Rental earnings

Est. $1,410 per month, based on comparable rentals

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