Attention antique home lovers!! Welcome to this lovely antique Cape nestled on 4 acres. This picturesque 10-room residence boasts five spacious bedrooms, two full baths, and ample storage space. On the first floor, you'll discover a farm style kitchen, a full bathroom, a formal dining room, a cozy living room, an office for remote work or study, and a generously-sized bedroom that can double as a guest suite. As you ascend to the second floor, you'll find four more inviting bedrooms and another full bathroom. This home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Notable features include an updated roof, storm windows for added energy efficiency, and the convenience of town water and sewer services. Outside, the expansive yard provides plenty of space for outdoor activities and is adorned with tranquil trails that lead to a beautiful, peaceful woods. Enjoy the best of both worlds, acreage while only 20 minutes to Worcester and Rt 2!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
4 acresLot Size
$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
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Market trends in 01005, MA
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-list price
100.1%
0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$419K
$21K MoM
Avg. days on market
24d
6 days MoM
Recently sold homes
16
1 MoM
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Sale history for 159 Mechanic St
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73139718
Feb 9, 2024
Sold
$310,000
$132/sq ft
Nov 10, 2023
Relisted
—
Nov 10, 2023
Price Changed
$329,900
$140/sq ft
Oct 6, 2023
Relisted
—
Oct 6, 2023
Price Changed
$340,000
$145/sq ft
Sep 14, 2023
Relisted
—
Aug 2, 2023
Contingent
—
Jul 24, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$149/sq ft
MLS PIN #72600722
Feb 4, 2020
Sold
$193,000
$82/sq ft
Jan 6, 2020
Pending
—
Dec 14, 2019
Listed
$195,000
$83/sq ft
+35
Come fall in love with this antique home on 4 acres. 4-5 bedroom, 2 remodeled full baths. House has formal dining room and first floor bedroom, also has another room that can be an office? Farmers rustic kitchen with room off of that for eat in or maybe small den? Loads of options and potential. Exposed beams, wood floors, antique woodwork and design, all make this a great place to call your own. Great trails through the woods to wander around. Potential for addtnl house lot. Call now for private showing! May not qualify for all types of financing.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,302 (−3.1%)
$52,900 + $155,300
$208,200
2022
$3,407 (−8.7%)
$45,900 + $156,400
$202,300
2021
$3,733 (−4.8%)
$45,900 + $161,500
$207,400
2020
$3,922 (+4.2%)
$45,900 + $173,600
$219,500
2019
$3,765 (+2.9%)
$42,000 + $165,800
$207,800
2018
$3,660 (+7.8%)
$42,000 + $152,700
$194,700
2017
$3,394 (+5.3%)
$42,000 + $139,500
$181,500
2015
$3,223 (+15.1%)
$46,500 + $126,400
$172,900
2014
$2,801 (−1.1%)
$54,600 + $119,800
$174,400
2013
$2,832 (−4.7%)
$59,900 + $124,700
$184,600
2012
$2,972 (−5.6%)
$78,400 + $127,700
$206,100
2011
$3,148 (+3.8%)
$78,400 + $154,300
$232,700
2010
$3,033 (+11.3%)
$78,400 + $167,200
$245,600
2009
$2,724
$90,000 + $165,100
$255,100
Tax history for 159 Mechanic St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,302 (−3.1%)
$52,900 + $155,300
$208,200
2022
$3,407 (−8.7%)
$45,900 + $156,400
$202,300
2021
$3,733 (−4.8%)
$45,900 + $161,500
$207,400
2020
$3,922 (+4.2%)
$45,900 + $173,600
$219,500
2019
$3,765 (+2.9%)
$42,000 + $165,800
$207,800
2018
$3,660 (+7.8%)
$42,000 + $152,700
$194,700
2017
$3,394 (+5.3%)
$42,000 + $139,500
$181,500
2015
$3,223 (+15.1%)
$46,500 + $126,400
$172,900
2014
$2,801 (−1.1%)
$54,600 + $119,800
$174,400
2013
$2,832 (−4.7%)
$59,900 + $124,700
$184,600
2012
$2,972 (−5.6%)
$78,400 + $127,700
$206,100
2011
$3,148 (+3.8%)
$78,400 + $154,300
$232,700
2010
$3,033 (+11.3%)
$78,400 + $167,200
$245,600
2009
$2,724
$90,000 + $165,100
$255,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: Center of town or Valley Rd to Mechanic St
UnparsedAddress: 159 Mechanic St, Barre MA 01005
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,349
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 3644920
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Ruggles Lane School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Quabbin Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
3/10
Quabbin Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
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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 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% 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
Barre, MA • 01005
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$381,000 – $461,000
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