Discover the possibilities with this prime investment opportunity in Worcester! This double-lot offering is conveniently situated near Lake Avenue, Route 20, and Quinsigamond Lake. The offering includes two parcels, 483 and 485 Sunderland Road, totaling approximately 0.43 acres. With desirable RL-7 zoning, the property offers potential for residential development and presents a fantastic opportunity for builders, developers, or investors. Don't miss your chance to take advantage of this well-located property. Buyer and buyer's agent to conduct all due diligence regarding zoning, permitted uses, buildability, utilities, and any required approvals.
Grafton Hill, located between Downtown Worcester and Lake Quinsigamond, is a residential and hillside Worcester neighborhood with a streetcar-era housing stock and broad city views. The character concentrates around the Grafton Street corridor near Franklin Street, where corner markets, takeout counters, and everyday storefronts set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Triple-deckers and compact single-families line sloping blocks, with quick shifts from dense streets to pocket-green edges. Nearby, Mechanics Hall anchors the city’s cultural calendar, while the Worcester Art Museum adds gallery-going to a casual weeknight. Green Hill Park and the East-West Trail bring long walks and skyline overlooks into the routine.
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Level interior layout
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Approximately 0.43-acre lot
Level and elevated areas with wooded surroundings
Paved public road frontage
Publicly maintained road access
Nearby community amenities include public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, laundromat, bike path, highway access, house of worship, private and public schools, T-Station, and university
Home design
Residential property
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Public water
Public sewer
Electric at street
No gas service
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Two Terrific duplex lots in convenient East side location* That's land cost of just $10,000 per unit!!* Walk to school & shopping* 1 Mile to Mass Pike* Triplexes may be possible with frontage variance*
Public Records
Jul 27, 1993
Sold
$22,500
Public Records
Dec 29, 1989
Sold
$33,500
Public Records
Sep 21, 1987
Sold
$120,000
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$744 (+17.9%)
$51,900
2022
$631 (+16.9%)
$41,500
2021
$540 (−4.1%)
$33,200
2020
$563 (+4.3%)
$33,100
2019
$540 (−4.8%)
$30,000
2018
$567 (−1.7%)
$30,000
2017
$577 (+23.3%)
$30,000
2016
$468
$22,700
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0.43 Acres
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Vacant Land
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Worcester County
APN
1796872
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2025.
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Worcester, MA • 01604
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70/ 100
Good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 483 Sunderland Rd
$115,286
$286 over list price of $115K
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