OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2013 for $340K

$647,882

•

2,218

sq ft

218 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523

About this home

This quintessential 3-4 bdrm New England cape (with fully dormered rear) has been wonderfully maintained and fully upgraded through the years. It holds a nicely integrated blend of charm/character and updates! A sampling of some of the offerings of this property include: hardwood floors, a completely expanded/remodeled kitchen, a stunning 2nd floor bath, energy efficient features such as solar panels, solar hot water tank and wood pellet furnace, a Buderus boiler, built in cabinetry and additional windows in the living room. Versatile first flr bedrm. Finished room in the lower level adds space. This home is set on 5.9 ac and the private rear yard provides an oasis for owners. The grounds are graced by fruit trees, woods, brick paths and stove paver walks/patio. A greenhouse provides add'l space for the gardener or hobbyist. This home is conveniently located to town and offers ideal hgwy access.

Single-familyProperty Type

1941Year Built

5.9 acresLot Size

$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jane Cheetham • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Shrewsbury

Bought with Michaela Moran • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton

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•Source:MLS PIN #71590392

Redfin Estimate

$647,882

$308K since sold in December 2013$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.6% higher than the average sale price ($644K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$710,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,057 sq ft
59 South Meadow Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$633,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,451 sq ft
289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$678,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,918 sq ft
15 Highfield Dr, Lancaster, MA 01523
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$535,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,840 sq ft
256 Bolton Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$625,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,033 sq ft
280 Greeley St, Clinton, MA 01510
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$685,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,426 sq ft
178 Cedar St, Clinton, MA 01510

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Market trends in 01523, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$525K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

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Sale history for 218 Sterling Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,117 (+9.2%)

$133,400 + $338,800

$472,200

2022

$7,430 (+2.3%)

$132,500 + $249,500

$382,000

2021

$7,261 (−1.7%)

$132,500 + $230,900

$363,400

2020

$7,384 (+4.8%)

$132,500 + $239,500

$372,000

2019

$7,045 (+2.6%)

$132,500 + $224,200

$356,700

2018

$6,865 (+8.2%)

$132,500 + $211,100

$343,600

2016

$6,346 (+4.1%)

$131,500 + $193,100

$324,600

2015

$6,097 (+20.5%)

$131,500 + $193,500

$325,000

2014

$5,060 (+2.4%)

$131,500 + $136,100

$267,600

2013

$4,940 (−3.6%)

$131,500 + $127,400

$258,900

2012

$5,124 (+0.4%)

$154,500 + $131,100

$285,600

2011

$5,106 (+1.8%)

$160,400 + $137,700

$298,100

2010

$5,014 (+3.6%)

$168,400 + $143,600

$312,000

2009

$4,841

$178,400 + $147,800

$326,200

Tax history for 218 Sterling Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,117 (+9.2%)

$133,400 + $338,800

$472,200

2022

$7,430 (+2.3%)

$132,500 + $249,500

$382,000

2021

$7,261 (−1.7%)

$132,500 + $230,900

$363,400

2020

$7,384 (+4.8%)

$132,500 + $239,500

$372,000

2019

$7,045 (+2.6%)

$132,500 + $224,200

$356,700

2018

$6,865 (+8.2%)

$132,500 + $211,100

$343,600

2016

$6,346 (+4.1%)

$131,500 + $193,100

$324,600

2015

$6,097 (+20.5%)

$131,500 + $193,500

$325,000

2014

$5,060 (+2.4%)

$131,500 + $136,100

$267,600

2013

$4,940 (−3.6%)

$131,500 + $127,400

$258,900

2012

$5,124 (+0.4%)

$154,500 + $131,100

$285,600

2011

$5,106 (+1.8%)

$160,400 + $137,700

$298,100

2010

$5,014 (+3.6%)

$168,400 + $143,600

$312,000

2009

$4,841

$178,400 + $147,800

$326,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.9 Acres

Year renovated

1980

Sq. Ft.

2,219

Year built

1941

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

3763498

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 84
Length: 7
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Area: 260
Length: 13
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 12
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Remodeled

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet, Game Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,218
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Taupe

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Greenhouse, Fruit Trees

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Other Structures: Greenhouse

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 5.9
Lot Features: Wooded
Frontage Length: 225
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,940
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Wood

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between Rt. 70 (Main St) and Rt. 62
UnparsedAddress: 218 Sterling Rd., Lancaster MA 01523

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,219
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Worcester County
APN: 3763498

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mary Rowlandson Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi

6/10

Luther Burbank Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

8/10

Nashoba Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

8/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% 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

Lancaster, MA • 01523

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$616,000 – $746,000

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Home values near 218 Sterling Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
199 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 3803 Sq. Ft.	$753,451
154 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$406,682

Address	Redfin Estimate
140 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1404 Sq. Ft.	$398,087
164 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2017 Sq. Ft.	$610,286

Address	Redfin Estimate
148 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$519,275
172 Sterling Road, Lancaster, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$899,542

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