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Off market may 2023 for $225K

$252,935

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $487/mo

•

605

sq ft

281 Cottage St, Athol, MA 01331

About this home

Welcome home to this well cared for Contemporary in Athol. This home was last purchased with a VA loan, and is move in ready. Wood floors cover most of this homes first floor, has an open living room, and an eat in kitchen with pantry. The home has a newer boiler, had the exterior recently repainted, and it only needs the new owners personal touches. A private driveway, the detached two car garage, and the private back yard round out this yard. Relax in the back yard, or on your covered front porch.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

4,600 sq ftLot Size

$418Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Peter Morris • Property Partners Real Estate LLC

Bought with Carrie Russin • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73098981

Redfin Estimate

$252,935

$28K since sold in May 2023$9,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 4.2% lower than the average sale price ($264K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$290,000
A
2 beds1 bath770 sq ft
53 Lake Ellis Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$127,000
B
1 bed1 bath799 sq ft
114 Smith St, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$290,000
C
2 beds1 bath952 sq ft
92 Oak Ave, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$287,500
D
2 beds1 bath1,260 sq ft
123 Wilson Ave, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD BY REDFIN MAY 21, 2026
$300,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,022 sq ft
63 Hampstead Pl, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$290,000
F
3 beds1 bath998 sq ft
28 Wellesley St, Athol, MA 01331

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$1,611/mo

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Market trends in 01331, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.7%

+1.9% MoM

Median sale price

$370K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$309,900
2 beds1 bath1,173 sq ft
462 Twichell St, Athol, MA 01331
$242,900
2 beds1.5 baths1,254 sq ft
40 Williams Ave, Athol, MA 01331
OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 12PM
$389,900
3 beds1 bath1,229 sq ft
25 School House Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331
$199,000
2 beds1 bath864 sq ft
245 Dorset Rd, Athol, MA 01331
$225,000
4 beds2 baths2,521 sq ft
220 Park St, Athol, MA 01331
$339,900
3 beds1 bath1,404 sq ft
30 Baldwinville Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331
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Sale history for 281 Cottage St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73098981

May 16, 2023

Sold

$225,000

$372/sq ft

Apr 17, 2023

Contingent

—

Apr 14, 2023

Listed

$199,000

$329/sq ft

MLS PIN #72730781

Nov 23, 2020

Sold

$160,000

$264/sq ft

Sep 23, 2020

Listed

$165,900

$274/sq ft

A wonderful two bedroom home, so close to everything, but off the beaten path. Sellers already took care of painting the exterior of the home and just replaced the furnace! They have some newer windows, a replacement garage door waiting and lots of charm left to be unveiled by you! The first floor hosts an eat-in kitchen and living room and the second floor houses the 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Join us at this home's open house and unlock its full potential with your ideas. This home is ready to be yours and is available for a quick close if preferred.

Public Records

Sep 11, 2009

Sold

$58,579

$97/sq ft

MLS PIN #70725411

Sep 11, 2009

Sold

$45,100

$75/sq ft

Apr 22, 2009

Contingent

—

Feb 2, 2009

Price Changed

$48,000

$79/sq ft

Aug 13, 2008

Price Changed

$55,000

$91/sq ft

Mar 12, 2008

Listed

$64,900

$107/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$2,025 (+12.9%)

$32,400 + $111,800

$144,200

2022

$1,794 (+23.6%)

$30,800 + $81,000

$111,800

2021

$1,452 (+7.6%)

$25,200 + $57,000

$82,200

2020

$1,349 (+7.5%)

$22,900 + $55,600

$78,500

2019

$1,255 (+2.1%)

$21,600 + $50,300

$71,900

2018

$1,229 (−1.2%)

$19,600 + $43,200

$62,800

2017

$1,244 (+6.7%)

$19,600 + $41,400

$61,000

2016

$1,166 (+4.2%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2015

$1,119 (+3.2%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2014

$1,084 (+8.1%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2013

$1,003 (−7.7%)

$20,700 + $44,100

$64,800

2012

$1,087 (+3.7%)

$20,700 + $50,000

$70,700

2011

$1,048 (−0.3%)

$20,700 + $53,400

$74,100

2010

$1,051 (−10.1%)

$25,600 + $53,400

$79,000

2009

$1,169

$36,100 + $65,800

$101,900

Tax history for 281 Cottage St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$2,025 (+12.9%)

$32,400 + $111,800

$144,200

2022

$1,794 (+23.6%)

$30,800 + $81,000

$111,800

2021

$1,452 (+7.6%)

$25,200 + $57,000

$82,200

2020

$1,349 (+7.5%)

$22,900 + $55,600

$78,500

2019

$1,255 (+2.1%)

$21,600 + $50,300

$71,900

2018

$1,229 (−1.2%)

$19,600 + $43,200

$62,800

2017

$1,244 (+6.7%)

$19,600 + $41,400

$61,000

2016

$1,166 (+4.2%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2015

$1,119 (+3.2%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2014

$1,084 (+8.1%)

$19,600 + $39,200

$58,800

2013

$1,003 (−7.7%)

$20,700 + $44,100

$64,800

2012

$1,087 (+3.7%)

$20,700 + $50,000

$70,700

2011

$1,048 (−0.3%)

$20,700 + $53,400

$74,100

2010

$1,051 (−10.1%)

$25,600 + $53,400

$79,000

2009

$1,169

$36,100 + $65,800

$101,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,792 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

605

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1447729

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony / Deck

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Window(s) - Picture,Country Kitchen

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Flooring: Wood, Laminate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 605
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Green

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Features: Cleared
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,025
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Continue down Chestnut St, to Hapgood, then take a left on Cottage. House will be on your right.
UnparsedAddress: 281 Cottage St, Athol MA 01331

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 605
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1447729

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Property
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Athol Community Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.3mi

2/10

Athol-Royalston Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

4/10

Athol High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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, 17 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

18% 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

Athol, MA • 01331

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$241,000 – $291,000

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Home values near 281 Cottage St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
306 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1284 Sq. Ft.	$282,620
260 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2375 Sq. Ft.	$363,056

Address	Redfin Estimate
292 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2068 Sq. Ft.	$343,414
238 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 8 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3146 Sq. Ft.	$374,852

Address	Redfin Estimate
270 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2105 Sq. Ft.	$361,690
237 Cottage Street, Athol, MA 9 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4400 Sq. Ft.	—

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