Offers due 9/26 5pm. Picturesque Merriam Road! Set on a spectacular lot surrounded by perennials & abutting Grafton Land Trust, this charming Cape has evolved over the years but was originally built as a wedding gift in the 19th century. You'll absolutely fall in love w/ the many quaint features this home has to offer; yet the space is comfortable & flexible for modern living. Lovely kitchen w/ Katsura countertops derived from trees on the property; built-in bench along w/ custom cabinetry, 2 sinks, induction ctp stove & under-cabinet lighting. Great dining rm off kitchen w/hardwoods. Living rm has a fireplace w/ Vermont Castings WB insert, bay window & window seat.1st flr bedroom & nearby full bath allows for flexibility! Gorgeous architect designed 23x17 family rm w/ vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting & built-in counters perfect as an office space or bar! Upstairs: 3 bedrooms w/ wood flooring, an amazing custom walk-in closet & full bath. Relax on the screened porch!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$269Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Ellison• Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Cori Oehley• Suburban Lifestyle Real Estate
This charming antique Cape has been expanded several times over the years. The most recent addition is a large family room added in 2012. Filled with light, the house has a generous first floor plan including formal living and dining rooms, first floor bedroom and full bath, family room addition with a laundry,(plumbed for another full bath) and an office area. The country kitchen was also remodeled and has plenty of storage with a mix of open shelving and painted pine cabinets, custom countertops and designer lighting.The upper level has three bedrooms plus a 12 by 12 walk in California closet. The parklike yard is well landscaped and abuts conservation lands and trails. A delightful screened porch is privately situated overlooking the rear yard. At the edge of the village on a quiet side street, a convenient stroll to the bustling village center, close to commuter rail with easy access to the Mass Pike. Come discover the beauty of Grafton. First showings Open House Sunday April 23.
MLS PIN #70654955
Dec 14, 2007
Sold
$377,000
$137/sq ft
Nov 19, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 27, 2007
Listed
$399,900
$146/sq ft
Set on a quiet country lane, just minutes from Grafton Center. This well maintained cape abuts conservation lands on two borders creating additional privacy. Renovations date from the late 1940's with fine wood floors and much detailing. Meticulously maintained with a parklike yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,152 (−1.5%)
$184,600 + $334,300
$518,900
2022
$8,273 (+7.8%)
$158,300 + $331,800
$490,100
2020
$7,677 (+6.6%)
$143,900 + $321,400
$465,300
2019
$7,202 (+2.2%)
$138,900 + $293,400
$432,300
2018
$7,044 (+1.8%)
$138,600 + $286,000
$424,600
2017
$6,921 (+9.4%)
$132,200 + $289,800
$422,000
2016
$6,326 (+8.0%)
$117,800 + $259,900
$377,700
2014
$5,857 (+12.9%)
$136,600 + $247,200
$383,800
2013
$5,186 (+12.3%)
$133,200 + $200,300
$333,500
2012
$4,618 (+18.7%)
$133,200 + $193,600
$326,800
2011
$3,891 (−0.2%)
$149,300 + $136,200
$285,500
2010
$3,897 (+5.3%)
$166,300 + $147,200
$313,500
2009
$3,700
$196,100 + $145,500
$341,600
Tax history for 8 Merriam Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,152 (−1.5%)
$184,600 + $334,300
$518,900
2022
$8,273 (+7.8%)
$158,300 + $331,800
$490,100
2020
$7,677 (+6.6%)
$143,900 + $321,400
$465,300
2019
$7,202 (+2.2%)
$138,900 + $293,400
$432,300
2018
$7,044 (+1.8%)
$138,600 + $286,000
$424,600
2017
$6,921 (+9.4%)
$132,200 + $289,800
$422,000
2016
$6,326 (+8.0%)
$117,800 + $259,900
$377,700
2014
$5,857 (+12.9%)
$136,600 + $247,200
$383,800
2013
$5,186 (+12.3%)
$133,200 + $200,300
$333,500
2012
$4,618 (+18.7%)
$133,200 + $193,600
$326,800
2011
$3,891 (−0.2%)
$149,300 + $136,200
$285,500
2010
$3,897 (+5.3%)
$166,300 + $147,200
$313,500
2009
$3,700
$196,100 + $145,500
$341,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
41,382
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,742
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1526284
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved