OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2017 for $355K

$662,561

•

1,652

sq ft

281 W Townsend Rd, Lunenburg, MA 01462

About this home

This Beautiful Cape Sits on over 6-1/2 Acres in a Much Desired Lunenburg Location. Open Concept Living/Dining Room Combination with Ceiling Fans and Recessed Lighting. Large Deck off of The Kitchen With Sliders For Easy Access! First Floor Master Bedroom and Master Bath! The Open Staircase Leads To The Balcony Which Features 2 More Bedrooms and a Full Bath on the Second Level! Large 2 Car Garage With Plenty Of Storage And Door Remote! Additional Storage in Back Yard Shed, The Gentle Sloping Yard Features An Above Ground Swimming Pool!

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

6.65 acresLot Size

$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by John Keefe • EXIT New Options Real Estate

Bought with Michele Mathieu • LAER Realty Partners

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•Source:MLS PIN #72163732

Redfin Estimate

$662,561

$308K since sold in September 2017$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 18.8% higher than the average sale price ($558K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$485,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,000 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$650,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,632 sq ft
148 Island Rd, Lunenburg, MA 01462
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$525,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,404 sq ft
370 W Townsend Rd, Lunenburg, MA 01462
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$580,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,029 sq ft
141 Will Thompson Way, Fitchburg, MA 01420
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$480,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,830 sq ft
4 Koski Way, Townsend, MA 01469
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$625,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,104 sq ft
750 Northfield Rd, Lunenburg, MA 01462

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Market trends in 01462, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$550K

$58K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 281 W Townsend Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72163732

Sep 1, 2017

Sold

$355,000

$215/sq ft

Jul 27, 2017

Pending

—

Jun 20, 2017

Price Changed

$374,000

$226/sq ft

May 12, 2017

Listed

$379,000

$229/sq ft

MLS PIN #70995861

Apr 16, 2010

Sold

$277,500

$168/sq ft

Jan 13, 2010

Contingent

—

Oct 30, 2009

Listed

$360,000

$218/sq ft

Your own private 6.6 acre lot!... Rolling hills would make this a perfect Horse Farm. Quality built 2x6 construction, one owner Cape in much desired Lunenburg location. Open concept family room with gas fireplace, ceiling fan, recessed lighting. Deck off kitchen with sliders. Above ground pool. Master bedroom on first floor, open staircase leads to balcony with 2 bedrooms and full shared bath on 2nd level. 2 car detached garage, storage shed. See MLS#70977224

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,339 (+10.5%)

$141,300 + $292,300

$433,600

2022

$5,736 (−3.4%)

$118,900 + $214,800

$333,700

2020

$5,940 (+1.8%)

$118,900 + $208,900

$327,800

2019

$5,836 (+0.9%)

$112,500 + $199,900

$312,400

2018

$5,782 (+7.3%)

$112,200 + $181,300

$293,500

2017

$5,387 (+5.0%)

$106,600 + $163,000

$269,600

2016

$5,132 (+11.1%)

$101,800 + $159,900

$261,700

2015

$4,620 (+2.6%)

$97,000 + $155,200

$252,200

2014

$4,505 (+0.9%)

$98,000 + $152,400

$250,400

2013

$4,465 (+2.7%)

$107,600 + $150,500

$258,100

2012

$4,347 (+5.4%)

$107,600 + $150,700

$258,300

2011

$4,124 (+5.9%)

$107,600 + $147,600

$255,200

2010

$3,894 (+1.3%)

$120,200 + $154,000

$274,200

2009

$3,845

$121,100 + $173,800

$294,900

Tax history for 281 W Townsend Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,339 (+10.5%)

$141,300 + $292,300

$433,600

2022

$5,736 (−3.4%)

$118,900 + $214,800

$333,700

2020

$5,940 (+1.8%)

$118,900 + $208,900

$327,800

2019

$5,836 (+0.9%)

$112,500 + $199,900

$312,400

2018

$5,782 (+7.3%)

$112,200 + $181,300

$293,500

2017

$5,387 (+5.0%)

$106,600 + $163,000

$269,600

2016

$5,132 (+11.1%)

$101,800 + $159,900

$261,700

2015

$4,620 (+2.6%)

$97,000 + $155,200

$252,200

2014

$4,505 (+0.9%)

$98,000 + $152,400

$250,400

2013

$4,465 (+2.7%)

$107,600 + $150,500

$258,100

2012

$4,347 (+5.4%)

$107,600 + $150,700

$258,300

2011

$4,124 (+5.9%)

$107,600 + $147,600

$255,200

2010

$3,894 (+1.3%)

$120,200 + $154,000

$274,200

2009

$3,845

$121,100 + $173,800

$294,900

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6.65 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

1,652

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1596233

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
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,High Speed Internet Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 2

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony / Deck,Countertops - Paper Based,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,652
Foundation Area: 864
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fruit Trees

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 6.65
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,387
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rte 2A to Rte 13 Left onto West Townsend Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 281 W Townsend Rd, Lunenburg MA 01462

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,652
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Worcester County
APN: 1596233

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Turkey Hill Elementary School

Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi

6/10

Lunenburg Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

7/10

Lunenburg High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 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, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Lunenburg, MA • 01462

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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

$630,000 – $762,000

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Home values near 281 W Townsend Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
181 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$516,018
262 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3726 Sq. Ft.	$849,255

Address	Redfin Estimate
203 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2316 Sq. Ft.	$622,431
243 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3406 Sq. Ft.	$800,092

Address	Redfin Estimate
233 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1716 Sq. Ft.	$582,089
282 W Townsend Road, Lunenburg, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1990 Sq. Ft.	$542,996

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