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About this home
Welcome to 229 Whalom Rd, a charming Cape style home offering space, versatility, and plenty of opportunity. Set on approximately 0.81 acres, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features a comfortable layout with an abundance of natural light.The updated kitchen provides ample cabinet and counter space with direct access to the breezeway, which conveniently connects to the attached one-car garage. A formal dining room with fireplace offers additional space for hosting, while a first-floor bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or one-level living.Upstairs, you'll find 3 additional generously sized bedrooms, a second full bath. The unfinished walk-out basement provides excellent storage and potential for future use.Outside, enjoy the expansive partially fenced yard with plenty of room for gardening, recreation, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. A paved driveway and ample off-street parking add to the convenience.Ideally located close to shopping, dining, trails, parks, public transportation, and major routes, this home offers the space and flexibility you've been looking for with the convenience of Lunenburg living. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your next home!
North Leominster, located between downtown Leominster and the Fitchburg line, is a residential and commercial Leominster neighborhood with a rail-and-river corridor and wooded hillsides. The character concentrates around the North Leominster MBTA station area near Lancaster Street, where commuter foot traffic meets small plazas, takeout counters, and service storefronts. Postwar capes and split-levels mix with newer subdivisions, while Route 2 frames the edge with big-road energy. The Monoosnoc Brook and nearby conservation land add a quieter, trail-adjacent feel. Community touchstones include Leominster State Forest, Sholan Farms, and the Leominster Public Library’s main branch downtown.
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Offer insights
229 Whalom Rd · $479,906
$505K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $505K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.3%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Breezeway
Sitting room
Internet available (unspecified)
Insulated doors
Insulated windows with screens
9 total rooms
Full unfinished basement with walk-out access and interior entry
One fireplace (located in the dining room)
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on second level (approx. 12 x 15)
Bedroom 2 on second level (approx. 12 x 9)
Bedroom 3 on second level (approx. 13 x 12)
Bedroom 4 on first level (approx. 12 x 13)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
First-floor full bathroom with tiled shower stall and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Second-floor full bathroom with tub and shower
Kitchen
Laminate flooring
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Recessed lighting
Gas stove
Laundry & utility
Gas water heater
Water heater (type unspecified)
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Stone/ceramic tile in at least one bathroom
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Natural gas heating
Thermostat (energy-efficient feature noted)
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Above-ground private pool
Screens
Stone wall
Level lot
Lake/pond nearby
1 to 2 miles to beach
Public beach access/ownership
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
White exterior
Parking
Attached garage (1 covered garage space)
Attached parking with paved drive
Off-street/open parking (4 open spaces, total 5 parking spaces)
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
Electric with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Community offers nearby public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, stables, golf, medical facility, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a university
Other
Property above-grade finished area reported as 1,498 (unit unspecified in this section)
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2 bath Cape in Lunenburg! Bright & spacious living room with picture window, HW and wood burning fireplace. The kitchen features ample cabinet & counter space along with access the breezeway. The breezeway also has access to your one car garage making it so convenient! Off the kitchen is your formal dining room that has a closet for extra storage. Down the hall is your first floor bedroom with HW and plenty of closet space. Full bath with wainscoting completes this level! The second level offers 2 additional good size bedrooms with HW and a bonus room that can be used for extra storage, an office or additional bedroom – you choose! Another full bath with a linen cubby. The unfinished walk out basement is great for additional storage! Entertain this summer in the LARGE partially fenced in back yard & plenty of parking for your guests. Great commuter location, close to public transportation, highway access, shops, trails, restaurants & more!
MLS PIN #70764061
Aug 29, 2008
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2008
Sold
$152,000
$101/sq ft
Jul 31, 2008
Contingent
—
May 20, 2008
Listed
$169,900
$113/sq ft
BANK OWNED! This great starter home has 4 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The kitchen has been completely remodeled and new flooring put down. The home has a spacious living room with a fireplace for those colder New England winters. The basement has poured concrete walls with high ceilings ready to be finished to add to the living area. This home needs some minor TLC but you can build the equity very easily. Call today for a showing.
MLS PIN #30168899
Sep 16, 1997
Sold
$110,000
$73/sq ft
Jul 30, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jun 11, 1997
Listed
$124,500
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 8, 1985
Sold
$70,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,319 (+10.6%)
$111,300 + $252,500
$363,800
2022
$4,810 (+3.0%)
$92,800 + $187,000
$279,800
2020
$4,668 (+2.5%)
$93,100 + $164,500
$257,600
2019
$4,552 (+4.9%)
$86,000 + $157,700
$243,700
2018
$4,338 (+8.6%)
$89,500 + $130,700
$220,200
2017
$3,996 (−2.6%)
$77,100 + $122,900
$200,000
2016
$4,104 (+10.9%)
$77,800 + $131,500
$209,300
2015
$3,701 (−0.1%)
$74,300 + $127,700
$202,000
2014
$3,706 (+1.0%)
$78,700 + $127,300
$206,000
2013
$3,671 (+2.0%)
$87,600 + $124,600
$212,200
2012
$3,598 (+5.2%)
$87,600 + $126,200
$213,800
2011
$3,419 (+0.2%)
$85,400 + $126,200
$211,600
2010
$3,411 (+0.8%)
$100,200 + $140,000
$240,200
2009
$3,385
$103,900 + $155,700
$259,600
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,498
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,498
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1598783
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Feb 24, 2025 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
Feb 24, 2025 • Active
Gas fitter
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 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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Historical weather
Lunenburg, MA • 01462
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 229 Whalom Rd
$481,150
$1,244 over list price of $480K
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