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**Price Reduction-MOTIVATED SELLERS looking to relocate asap**Welcome home to this beautiful 3-4 bedroom Cape nestled in the highly desirable Fiske Hill neighborhood. Offering just under 2,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this flexible floor plan features an oversized main-floor bedroom along with an additional first-floor room that can serve as a second bedroom or the perfect home office. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms with exceptional closet space, including a spacious primary suite complete with a private ensuite bath.The bright and inviting tiled laundry room is filled with natural light, making everyday tasks a pleasure. The updated kitchen features new appliances and flows seamlessly into the living spaces, while the screened-in porch offers the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind on warm summer evenings overlooking the backyard.Situated on a generous half-acre lot, this property also includes a walk-up loft above the garage for abundant storage, a new garage door and motor, new appliances, and a new hot water tank for added peace of mind. End your day relaxing on the charming front porch patio with a good book.This is the perfect blend of space and neighborhoodcharm in one of the area's most sought-after neighborhoods. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours! *
Primary bedroom (second floor) with cathedral ceilings, ceiling fan, full bathroom access and closet
Bedroom 2 (second floor) with closet
Bedroom 3 (main/first) with closet and hardwood flooring
Bedroom 4 (main/first) with closet and hardwood flooring
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Main/first level bathroom tiled with tub and shower
Second floor bathroom tiled with tub and shower
Second floor bathroom with double vanity and shower stall
Kitchen
Pantry
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Kitchen island
Range
Microwave
ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerator
ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher
Water heater
Laundry & utility
Main level laundry room with washer hookup and electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Tile flooring
Stone/ceramic tile in bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Oil heating
Pellet stove
Window air conditioning units
Thermostat (energy-efficient)
Exterior features
Fenced / enclosed yard
Porch with screened porch area
Porch - screened
Rain gutters
Stone wall
Cleared, level lot
Paved public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished living area
No accessory dwelling unit
Parking
Attached garage with 1 garage space and garage door opener
One covered parking space
Four off-street/open parking spaces (total 5 parking spaces)
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Built (year from public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric with circuit breakers and generator connection
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Generator connection
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools
Other
Green energy features noted: thermostat and other items
Refreshing Cape located in one of Sturbridge's most established neighborhoods. This well loved home offers 2347 sqft with 4 Bedrooms & 3 Full Bathrooms. The open first floor layout offers a cozy feel with great flow between kitchen, living room and dining. You'll love the light from the front and back picture windows, hardwood floors and the glow of the pellet stove. Picture perfect kitchen with large butcher block island, white double bowl farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, 4 piece stainless appliance set & pantry. The first floor laundry room is absolutely adorable, you'll forget you're doing laundry! Large master bedroom with cathedral ceiling and double vanity en-suite. With 3 additional bedrooms you have plenty of room for everyone or great space for an office or guest suite. The basement is currently set up for an action packed recreation room and also offers a great workshop space. Private tree lined yard with screen room, patio & fully fenced back yard. .
MLS PIN #70418029
Oct 27, 2006
Sold
$285,000
$121/sq ft
Sep 14, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jul 6, 2006
Listed
$289,900
$124/sq ft
Spectacular renovation with hardwoods and open sun-splashed living space. Large master bedroom suite with full bath & double pedestal sinks. Fully applianced stainless finish. Office space on main level. 1st floor bedroom. Entertainment size eat-in kitchen with dining area overlooking treed private yard. Enclosed screened porch for those summer nites.
Public Records
Apr 16, 2004
Sold
$295,000
$126/sq ft
MLS PIN #30225149
Jun 30, 1998
Sold
$144,000
$61/sq ft
Jun 7, 1998
Listing Removed
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May 21, 1998
Listed
$144,900
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,218 (+14.1%)
$75,600 + $268,500
$344,100
2021
$5,451
$68,600 + $243,900
$312,500
2020
$5,451 (+4.8%)
$65,400 + $221,200
$286,600
2019
$5,201 (+4.1%)
$67,400 + $204,200
$271,600
2018
$4,996 (+5.1%)
$64,200 + $192,800
$257,000
2017
$4,755 (+1.0%)
$61,800 + $183,300
$245,100
2016
$4,710 (+1.5%)
$59,900 + $185,300
$245,200
2015
$4,641 (+7.0%)
$59,900 + $181,300
$241,200
2014
$4,339 (−4.5%)
$59,900 + $166,100
$226,000
2013
$4,543 (−1.7%)
$68,300 + $184,800
$253,100
2012
$4,621 (+6.9%)
$68,300 + $193,800
$262,100
2011
$4,321 (+14.7%)
$68,300 + $198,600
$266,900
2010
$3,768 (+4.2%)
$75,800 + $183,200
$259,000
2009
$3,617
$89,000 + $196,700
$285,700
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,347
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,347
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1705291
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
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
7 days above 93° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sturbridge, MA • 01566
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Sturbridge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 51 Whittemore Rd
$496,560
$3,340 under list price of $500K
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