Surrounded by mature trees on a level half-acre lot, this charming ranch-style home offers privacy, character and convenience just minutes from Route 2. The backyard feels like your own retreat with raised garden beds, perennial gardens, a patio and outdoor hot tub (negotiable with acceptable offer). Inside, hardwood floors run throughout the fireplace living room, dining area and all three bedrooms. The bright, whimsical kitchen opens to a standout family room addition featuring knotty pine paneling, slate floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. One bedroom is currently being used as a walk-in pantry, offering flexible space for storage, hobbies or a home office. Additional highlights include an attached one-car garage, new furnace and upgraded electrical. Come make this one your own and start building equity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$275Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melanie Norcross• Keller Williams Gateway Realty
Absolutely amazing and beautifully kept house. NOW EMPTY AND READY FOR OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JUNE 9th 1-3. Move your family to one of Fitchburg’s most desirable and sought after neighborhoods! COZY AND COMFORTABLE. HUGE FAMILY ROOM FOR ENTERTAINING / RELAXING, W/ AN AWESOME WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE…and direct access to the backyard. ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS THROUGHOUT. Gleaming hardwood floors. 2 fully finished rooms in the basement. WELL WATER FOR REDUCED UTILITY COSTS. AND—MINUTES TO SCHOOLS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND HIGHWAYS. Also comes with a transferable Select Home Warranty. Don't Miss Out!
Public Records
Aug 26, 1996
Sold
$123,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$4,091 (−2.9%)
$61,900 + $212,700
$274,600
2021
$4,213 (+2.8%)
$53,400 + $168,000
$221,400
2020
$4,098 (+1.7%)
$50,600 + $157,300
$207,900
2019
$4,028 (+10.9%)
$66,100 + $130,500
$196,600
2018
$3,631 (+0.3%)
$64,700 + $108,100
$172,800
2017
$3,619 (+2.1%)
$61,900 + $106,500
$168,400
2016
$3,545 (+8.1%)
$60,500 + $106,500
$167,000
2014
$3,278 (+2.0%)
$61,900 + $103,400
$165,300
2013
$3,214 (+0.4%)
$64,700 + $104,000
$168,700
2012
$3,202 (+2.1%)
$69,800 + $111,900
$181,700
2011
$3,135 (+5.0%)
$69,800 + $123,700
$193,500
2010
$2,985 (+6.1%)
$77,600 + $129,100
$206,700
2009
$2,813
$85,500 + $136,000
$221,500
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,584
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,584
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1513120
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Jan 27, 2025 • Final
Oil burners & tanks
Install a new oil burner.
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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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Sun exposure
49/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.4 hrs
1 hr
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Redfin Estimate for 491 Mount Elam Rd
$429,992
$4,908 under list price of $435K
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