Fully renovated and move-in ready, this 3-bed, 2-bath home sits on a private 1.9-acre lot in scenic Ashby. Offering 1,976 sq ft of living space, this home features an open-concept layout, spacious living room with cozy wood stove, and beautifully updated bathrooms with modern finishes. Brand new mini-split systems throughout provide efficient year-round comfort, while the brand new septic system offers peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy a large backyard with a custom fire pit—perfect for entertaining or relaxing—as well as a shed for extra storage or weekend projects. Set in a peaceful rural location yet just 15 minutes from grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, and hiking trails, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Whether you’re looking to upsize, downsize, or find your forever home, 81 Taylor Rd delivers modern comfort, charm, and room to roam. Schedule your private showing today! **Seller will be adding topsoil and seed.**
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
1.9 acresLot Size
$259Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michelle LeCompte• Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
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Market trends in 01431, MA
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
96.0%
1.6% MoM
Median sale price
$522K
$15K MoM
Avg. days on market
62d
21 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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2 MoM
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Sale history for 81 Taylor Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73351423
May 28, 2025
Sold
$510,000
$258/sq ft
Apr 3, 2025
Contingent
—
Mar 27, 2025
Listed
$499,000
$253/sq ft
MLS PIN #73129279
Aug 16, 2024
Sold
$230,000
$116/sq ft
Jul 16, 2024
Contingent
—
Jul 11, 2024
Relisted
—
Jul 11, 2024
Price Changed
$230,000
$116/sq ft
Oct 30, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 24, 2023
Listed
$249,900
$126/sq ft
+30
Great Location for a fixer-upper single-family contemporary home in Ashby, Massachusetts boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with ample living space spread across 1,976 square feet. The home sits on 1.9 acres of land and features a new roof, new electrical panel and some new windows. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes away from local amenities such as a movie theatre, shopping center, and Coolidge Park. Inside, the large living room with a wood stove creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Additional amenities include being just 7 minutes from Fitchburg State University and Fitchburg High School. The home is in need of a new septic system.
MLS PIN #71153428
Jan 28, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jan 26, 2011
Sold
$71,500
$36/sq ft
Dec 29, 2010
Contingent
—
Dec 18, 2010
Price Changed
$75,900
$38/sq ft
Nov 17, 2010
Price Changed
$85,900
$43/sq ft
Oct 20, 2010
Listed
$97,900
$50/sq ft
Property sits on a side street off of 119 in the town of Ashby. Great contractor winter project! Not financiable in present condition. Property is being sold "as is". Buyer is responsible to verify all information since it was obtained from 3rd party sources. Any betterments shall be at the buyer's expense. Special forms and prequal required with all offers. Commission paid on Net sales price.
MLS PIN #70097064
Oct 6, 2005
Sold
$280,000
$142/sq ft
Jun 30, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 2004
Listed
$299,900
$152/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,512 (+22.2%)
$66,400 + $346,800
$413,200
2025
$5,327 (+6.5%)
$66,400 + $283,400
$349,800
2024
$5,004 (+9.9%)
$64,000 + $258,200
$322,200
2023
$4,552
$59,200 + $218,000
$277,200
2022
$67,100 + $159,900
$227,000
2021
$67,100 + $158,100
$225,200
2020
$3,896 (−15.4%)
$67,100 + $139,800
$206,900
2019
$4,607 (+22.8%)
$68,200 + $141,900
$210,100
2018
$3,752 (+6.0%)
$54,600 + $131,400
$186,000
2017
$3,541 (+3.6%)
$50,600 + $119,400
$170,000
2016
$3,417 (+4.1%)
$50,600 + $119,400
$170,000
2015
$3,283 (+1.0%)
$50,600 + $116,200
$166,800
2014
$3,249 (+1.3%)
$50,600 + $119,500
$170,100
2013
$3,207 (+4.6%)
$62,600 + $121,000
$183,600
2012
$3,067 (+3.0%)
$62,600 + $124,200
$186,800
2011
$2,977 (+2.0%)
$72,200 + $127,600
$199,800
2010
$2,919 (−1.3%)
$80,200 + $133,800
$214,000
2009
$2,958
$68,000 + $179,300
$247,300
Tax history for 81 Taylor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,512 (+22.2%)
$66,400 + $346,800
$413,200
2025
$5,327 (+6.5%)
$66,400 + $283,400
$349,800
2024
$5,004 (+9.9%)
$64,000 + $258,200
$322,200
2023
$4,552
$59,200 + $218,000
$277,200
2022
$67,100 + $159,900
$227,000
2021
$67,100 + $158,100
$225,200
2020
$3,896 (−15.4%)
$67,100 + $139,800
$206,900
2019
$4,607 (+22.8%)
$68,200 + $141,900
$210,100
2018
$3,752 (+6.0%)
$54,600 + $131,400
$186,000
2017
$3,541 (+3.6%)
$50,600 + $119,400
$170,000
2016
$3,417 (+4.1%)
$50,600 + $119,400
$170,000
2015
$3,283 (+1.0%)
$50,600 + $116,200
$166,800
2014
$3,249 (+1.3%)
$50,600 + $119,500
$170,100
2013
$3,207 (+4.6%)
$62,600 + $121,000
$183,600
2012
$3,067 (+3.0%)
$62,600 + $124,200
$186,800
2011
$2,977 (+2.0%)
$72,200 + $127,600
$199,800
2010
$2,919 (−1.3%)
$80,200 + $133,800
$214,000
2009
$2,958
$68,000 + $179,300
$247,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.