SOLD OCT 15, 2025

Off Market Oct 2025 for $515K

$524,020

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,645/mo

•

2,103

sq ft

859 Riceville Rd, Athol, MA 01331

About this home

Welcome Home! This beautifully maintained property sits on a serene acre in the highly sought-after Riceville Road neighborhood. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a bonus room above the 2-car garage, there’s space for everyone. The breakfast nook with a cozy pellet stove and the inviting living room with wood-burning fireplace flow seamlessly to a peaceful backyard and patio—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Recent upgrades include 5 new mini-splits, brand-new appliances, and RV/generator hookups. A perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience—this is the one you’ve been waiting for!

Single-familyProperty Type

2001Year Built

1.04 acresLot Size

$249Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Brianna LaCouture • LAER Realty Partners

Bought with Manoel Neto • LAER Realty Partners

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•Source:MLS PIN #73421737

Redfin Estimate

$524,020

$9,020 since sold in October 2025$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 16.4% higher than the average sale price ($450K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$491,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft
1478 Conant Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$575,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,394 sq ft
62 Lindsay Ln, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$341,500
C
3 beds2 baths1,306 sq ft
560 Conant Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD SEP 16, 2025
$437,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,772 sq ft
152 Miles Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD MAR 26, 2026
$415,500
E
3 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
288 Chase Rd, Athol, MA 01331
SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$441,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
156 Vaughn Rd, Athol, MA 01331

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$3,239/mo

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Market trends in 01331, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.3%

+3.0% MoM

Median sale price

$341K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

31 days MoM

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147 Millers River Dr, Athol, MA 01331
$699,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,642 sq ft
317 New Sherborn Rd, Athol, MA 01331
$1,250,000
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$325,000
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3816 Chestnut Hill Ave, Athol, MA 01331
$344,995
4 beds1 bath1,618 sq ft
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$509,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,814 sq ft
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Sale history for 859 Riceville Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73421737

Oct 15, 2025

Sold

$515,000

$245/sq ft

Aug 25, 2025

Listed

$515,000

$245/sq ft

MLS PIN #72969083

Jun 8, 2022

Sold

$436,000

$207/sq ft

May 5, 2022

Contingent

—

Apr 26, 2022

Listed

$398,000

$189/sq ft

+37

Beautiful Custom-Built Cape featuring quality upgrades throughout! Located in a desirable Athol neighborhood and perched on a scenic one-acre lot complete with stone walls! Inside there are 3 Bedrooms, 3 full baths and a bonus room offering lots of space and a great layout. Sunny open foyer and hardwood flooring welcome you as you as you enter. The kitchen is the heart of the home with the island and corner brick hearth and Harmon pellet stove. Upgraded solid cabinets, stainless steel appliances, including a 30’ gas range is a dream kitchen. The pretty front- to-back living room with fireplace includes a Pacific Energy Woodstove insert. Expansive 1,300 curved patio featuring a covered section is assessed from the kitchen, living room or mudroom. Idyllic backyard, lots of sun and mature garden areas, plus a pristine 16x12 shed. Quality Pella doors and windows, plus a great mudroom area off the large fully finished 24x24 2-car garage. Bonus room over the garage makes a great game room!

MLS PIN #72614706

May 21, 2020

Sold

$329,000

$156/sq ft

Mar 22, 2020

Pending

—

Mar 10, 2020

Contingent

—

Feb 3, 2020

Listed

$329,000

$156/sq ft

+35

Welcome home to this meticulously-maintained, one-owner cape, situated in a desirable neighborhood of Athol. Nestled on just over an acre, this pet-free, three bedroom, three full-bath home boasts enormous amounts of charm and character. The spacious, open concept kitchen-dining area, fitted with stainless steel appliances and 1,300 sq. ft. stamped concrete outdoor patio, surrounded by mature gardens, make this home ideal for entertaining. With an extra bonus room above the expansive, custom 24X24 garage in addition to an oversized 12X16 shed, there is no shortage of living and storage space. Complete with Harmon Pellet Stove and Pacific Energy Wood Insert for supplemental heat, this home truly offers it all. Impeccable hardwood floors, first-floor laundry, Kinetico Water System and Pella doors/windows add even more exclusive touches to this rare North Quabbin find. Entering the market for the first time ever, do not let this opportunity to own this custom-cape pass you by!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,323 (+3.5%)

$56,700 + $322,400

$379,100

2022

$5,141 (−1.6%)

$54,000 + $266,300

$320,300

2021

$5,222 (+10.6%)

$49,100 + $246,600

$295,700

2020

$4,723 (+4.9%)

$44,700 + $230,200

$274,900

2019

$4,502 (−10.3%)

$42,000 + $216,000

$258,000

2018

$5,018 (+9.4%)

$38,200 + $218,200

$256,400

2017

$4,588 (+8.3%)

$38,200 + $186,700

$224,900

2016

$4,238 (+4.2%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2015

$4,067 (+3.3%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2014

$3,938 (+25.5%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2013

$3,138 (−3.3%)

$32,300 + $170,400

$202,700

2012

$3,244 (+2.5%)

$30,600 + $180,300

$210,900

2011

$3,166 (+5.7%)

$30,600 + $193,300

$223,900

2010

$2,994 (+3.4%)

$35,800 + $189,300

$225,100

2009

$2,896

$50,600 + $201,900

$252,500

Tax history for 859 Riceville Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,323 (+3.5%)

$56,700 + $322,400

$379,100

2022

$5,141 (−1.6%)

$54,000 + $266,300

$320,300

2021

$5,222 (+10.6%)

$49,100 + $246,600

$295,700

2020

$4,723 (+4.9%)

$44,700 + $230,200

$274,900

2019

$4,502 (−10.3%)

$42,000 + $216,000

$258,000

2018

$5,018 (+9.4%)

$38,200 + $218,200

$256,400

2017

$4,588 (+8.3%)

$38,200 + $186,700

$224,900

2016

$4,238 (+4.2%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2015

$4,067 (+3.3%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2014

$3,938 (+25.5%)

$38,200 + $175,500

$213,700

2013

$3,138 (−3.3%)

$32,300 + $170,400

$202,700

2012

$3,244 (+2.5%)

$30,600 + $180,300

$210,900

2011

$3,166 (+5.7%)

$30,600 + $193,300

$223,900

2010

$2,994 (+3.4%)

$35,800 + $189,300

$225,100

2009

$2,896

$50,600 + $201,900

$252,500

*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

1.04 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,103

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

4231102

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 22,528
Length: 176
Width: 128
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 225.88
Length: 19.5
Width: 11.58
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 51.92
Length: 7
Width: 7.42
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 80.08
Length: 15.5
Width: 5.17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 294.5
Length: 23.25
Width: 12.67
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 135.12
Length: 11.75
Width: 11.5
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 335.31
Length: 21.75
Width: 15.42
Level: Main,First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Kitchen, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,103
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.04
Lot Features: Wooded

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,711
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: New Sherborn Rd to Riceville Road.
UnparsedAddress: 859 Riceville Rd, Athol MA 01331

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,103
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 4231102

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Athol-Royalston Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

4/10

Athol High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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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

4/10 Wind Factor

15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Athol, MA • 01331

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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

$498,000 – $603,000

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Home values near 859 Riceville Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
750 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1451 Sq. Ft.	$409,614
838 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1534 Sq. Ft.	$441,955

Address	Redfin Estimate
760 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1640 Sq. Ft.	$426,454
870 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1104 Sq. Ft.	$354,976

Address	Redfin Estimate
586 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2880 Sq. Ft.	$680,855
912 Riceville Road, Athol, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1352 Sq. Ft.	$412,067

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