Own a piece of history -- The 1775 Paul Wetherbee house is a beautifully refurbished antique post-and-beam Cape with original features but with updated comfort and style. The character of the original built-ins and three working fireplaces, including one in the kitchen with a beehive oven, are enhanced by the modern updates of this charming home with a spacious flow. Downstairs office/dining room could be used as a third bedroom. Beautifully landscaped yard with a comfortable patio area and a huge three-stall garage/carriage barn. New windows, oil burner and water heater. Close to Route 2 and Coggshall Park.
PRICE CHANGE!!!!! SELLERS REDUCED 15,000 Antique and preservationists will love this house. This home has all the original features of the early days and all the ammenities of today. Beehive working fireplace in kitchen and two other working fireplaces. the dining room could easily be used as a first floor bedroom with a fireplace. Original stenciling and great post and beam construction. Amazing 3 stall garage for large work shop and even park your cars. Less than 1 mile from Route 2
Public Records
Jul 28, 1978
Sold
$40,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$4,776 (−4.0%)
$66,500 + $232,800
$299,300
2021
$4,976 (+9.4%)
$57,500 + $204,000
$261,500
2020
$4,549 (−6.7%)
$54,500 + $176,300
$230,800
2019
$4,875 (+3.8%)
$71,000 + $166,900
$237,900
2018
$4,696 (+0.6%)
$69,500 + $154,000
$223,500
2017
$4,668 (+5.8%)
$66,500 + $150,700
$217,200
2016
$4,412 (+13.7%)
$65,000 + $142,800
$207,800
2014
$3,881 (+4.9%)
$66,500 + $129,200
$195,700
2013
$3,701 (+8.0%)
$69,500 + $124,800
$194,300
2012
$3,427 (−8.3%)
$71,200 + $123,300
$194,500
2011
$3,737 (+2.0%)
$71,200 + $159,500
$230,700
2010
$3,662 (+9.5%)
$79,200 + $174,400
$253,600
2009
$3,343
$87,700 + $175,500
$263,200
Tax history for 275 Mount Elam Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$4,776 (−4.0%)
$66,500 + $232,800
$299,300
2021
$4,976 (+9.4%)
$57,500 + $204,000
$261,500
2020
$4,549 (−6.7%)
$54,500 + $176,300
$230,800
2019
$4,875 (+3.8%)
$71,000 + $166,900
$237,900
2018
$4,696 (+0.6%)
$69,500 + $154,000
$223,500
2017
$4,668 (+5.8%)
$66,500 + $150,700
$217,200
2016
$4,412 (+13.7%)
$65,000 + $142,800
$207,800
2014
$3,881 (+4.9%)
$66,500 + $129,200
$195,700
2013
$3,701 (+8.0%)
$69,500 + $124,800
$194,300
2012
$3,427 (−8.3%)
$71,200 + $123,300
$194,500
2011
$3,737 (+2.0%)
$71,200 + $159,500
$230,700
2010
$3,662 (+9.5%)
$79,200 + $174,400
$253,600
2009
$3,343
$87,700 + $175,500
$263,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
33,521
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
1,670
Year built
1775
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1512007
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 12, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 187
Length: 11
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Living Room Information
Area: 420
Length: 15
Width: 28
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Family Room Information
Area: 408
Length: 24
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Kitchen Information
Area: 276
Length: 23
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,670
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Certified Historic
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.77
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,875
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Electric to Mount Elam or Rt 2 to Mount Elam
UnparsedAddress: 275 Mount Elam Rd, Fitchburg MA 01420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,670
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1775
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Worcester County
APN: 1512007
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 12, 2025
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Light Fixture Over Kitch Table, Light In 2nd Bedrm, John Deer Tractor, Pellet Stove
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
South Street Elementary School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 0.7mi
Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Fitchburg High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
2/10
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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 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
24% 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
Fitchburg, MA • 01420
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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49
33
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$442,000 – $535,000
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