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Welcome to this lovingly updated, renovated and meticulously maintained Cape-style home, perfectly nestled on the Worcester-Holden line with quick access to all highways ( rt 190,290,12). Exuding charm and character from head to toe, this residence blends classic appeal with modern, high-quality updates throughout. Features a spacious, sunlit front-to-back family room addition on the main level complete with its own separate entrance, offering incredible flexibility for an in-law setup, home office, or entertaining. A chef's dream kitchen showcasing premium stone/granite countertops, a large island, upgraded cabinetry, and sleek stainless steel appliances. Four comfortable bedrooms featuring hardwood flooring—including a main bedroom retreat—and 2.5 beautifully renovated bathrooms. An exceptional, fully finished lower-level space that surpasses typical basements, providing wonderful additional living and recreational areas. Energy-efficient ductless mini-split systems for both heating and cooling, supported by a young Buderus boiler. Equipped with young windows, an updated electrical panel, a newer roof, and third-party-owned solar panels (installed in approx 2024), ensuring remarkably low heating and energy costs. Seller has never lived in the property and has limited knowledge of it. Open house Sunday, Oct 25 from 11-1.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$235Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kim McCrohon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Worcester
North Worcester, located between Lake Quinsigamond and the Wachusett Reservoir, is a residential and civic West Boylston neighborhood with wooded edges and a low-rise streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Route 12 corridor near the West Boylston Street junction, where small plazas, service counters, and everyday errands set a steady, practical rhythm. Housing reads as classic New England—capelike homes, mid-century ranches, and newer infill on curving side streets. The Worcester County Jail and House of Correction and nearby municipal buildings give the area a distinctly institutional backbone. Green breaks and ballfields shape the week, with trails and water views close by. The pace stays quiet after dark, with most activity tied to daytime routines.
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Market insights
120 Brattle St · $640,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$640,000
Median sale price in this area is $528,906. (17% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
24% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Finished basement with interior entry and bulkhead
Fireplace in the living room
Bonus room
Recessed lighting
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms: 2 on the first floor and 2 on the second floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Stone or granite countertops
Kitchen island
Upgraded cabinets
Stainless steel appliances
Range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry in the basement
Water heater
Flooring
Hardwood and tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Baseboard, oil, active solar, and ductless heating
Ductless cooling
Exterior features
Wooded, level lot
Enclosed porch
Patio
Rain gutters
Storage
Gazebo
Home design
Single-family residence
Updated and remodeled
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
4 open parking spaces
Paved, off-street parking
Security
Security system
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter and stone foundation
Shingle roof
Dark gray exterior
Utilities
Public water and sewer
Circuit breakers
HOA & community
Community features include shopping and walking/jogging trails
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Drop the mike! This home was lovingly updated from head to toe, inside and out! Nestled on the Worcester-Holden line-quick to all highways. It exudes charm and character with quality updates everywhere. The layout is wonderful for entertaining offering a large front to back family room addition on the 1st level(w it's own seperate entrance), and an additional finished lower level nicer than most! 2.5 baths are all updated and stunning. The kitchen is a chef's dream. The whole house has been freshly painted with tasteful colors inside and out.The oversized patio with built- in grill and keg offers a terrific spot for outdoor parties or just for you to sit and sip your favorite concoction. Need a home office? This home has space for that too! The flexible floor plan allows for all kinds of possibilities, even an in-law set up. Mini splits heat and cool the home yet there is also a young Buderas boiler. Roof, solar panels,electric panel, and windows are young too. Heat costs-very low!
MLS PIN #72965660
Jun 10, 2022
Sold
$460,000
$169/sq ft
Apr 20, 2022
Contingent
—
Apr 12, 2022
Listed
$444,000
$163/sq ft
+20
Multiple offer situation . Please submit by Monday the 18th by at 11a.m. What a lovely classic expanded cape located in one of the nicest areas on the Worcester / Holden line. This home has the charm and character of a cape yet also has a newly finished second floor with two large bedrooms with cathedral ceilings and full bath. The living rm has hardwoods and a fireplace. The dining room has built ins and a bay window that overlooks the peaceful backyard . A sun filled family room was added that could also function as a home office or be used by extended family ( in-law suite).It has its own entrance too! The lower level is partially finished as well. Updates to this home include: roof, buderas boiler, electric panel and windows. The yard backs up to acres of wooded conservation land with walking trails. However, the location is minutes to the highway for convenience. It is country living in the city!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,033 (+4.2%)
$103,500 + $247,500
$351,000
2022
$4,829 (−0.5%)
$82,800 + $234,700
$317,500
2021
$4,855 (+3.9%)
$66,200 + $232,000
$298,200
2020
$4,672 (+5.2%)
$66,200 + $208,600
$274,800
2019
$4,442
$59,700 + $187,100
$246,800
2018
$4,438 (+4.9%)
$59,700 + $175,000
$234,700
2017
$4,230 (+0.2%)
$59,700 + $160,400
$220,100
2016
$4,223 (+5.5%)
$44,500 + $160,400
$204,900
2014
$4,004 (+6.2%)
$44,500 + $160,400
$204,900
2013
$3,772 (+2.9%)
$48,900 + $154,100
$203,000
2012
$3,664 (+11.9%)
$48,900 + $166,900
$215,800
2011
$3,275 (+3.9%)
$82,000 + $121,900
$203,900
2010
$3,153 (−1.3%)
$77,300 + $130,800
$208,100
2009
$3,194
$83,000 + $153,600
$236,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,918
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,918
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1804193
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
6 days above 92° expected this year, 14 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Worcester, MA • 01606
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Worcester. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 120 Brattle St
$653,270
$13K over list price of $640K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $425K to $649K.