Outstanding location and Value for this large colonial home set within a beloved neighborhood. The kitchen is well appointed with new appliances and great workspace, a full pantry and laundry on the main level. You will find a 3 season room and deck just off the kitchen that flow out to a massive back yard.There is a large family room w/fireplace. Front to back living room offering newly finished hardwood floors and wood burning fireplace. You will find new hardwood floors in the entry while they flow into the dining room. Upstairs you will find a large primary bedroom and remodeled full bathroom with walk in closet and bonus fireplace all ensuite. three add'l bedrooms and another updated full and bath. The lower level is huge and is completely finished- this offers a large-private home office as well a wet-bar style kitchenette & family room and add'l home gym with another full bathroom & laundry hookup. The yard is lush with mature trees and lots of outdoor space and huge backyard.
LOVELY COLONIAL IN MOST DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD SET ON A BEAUTIFUL LEVEL LOT W/LOT OF PRIV.GOOD SIZE ROOMS,CENTER FOYER,LARGE KITCHEN,1ST FLOOR FOR FAMILY LIVING,ENJOY SUMMER FROM THE OVERSIZED SCREENED PORCH$5K TWDSCOSMET.TENANT.CALL
MLS PIN #50493986
Jun 8, 1998
Sold
$263,000
$74/sq ft
Apr 28, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Mar 18, 1998
Listed
$274,500
$77/sq ft
LOVELY COLONIAL IN MOST DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD SET ON A BEAUTIFUL LEVEL LOT W/LOT OF PRIV.GOOD SIZE ROOMS, CENTER FOYER,LARGE KITCHEN 1ST FL. F/R FOR FAMILY LIFE ENJOY SUMMER FROM THE OVERSZED SCR.PORCH.$5K TO BUYER TWDS.COSMET.24 HR
Public Records
Jul 6, 1987
Sold
$284,500
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,186 (+3.7%)
$233,000 + $495,800
$728,800
2024
$6,927 (−3.0%)
$211,800 + $464,700
$676,500
2022
$7,144 (+2.4%)
$183,200 + $454,700
$637,900
2021
$6,976 (+3.0%)
$145,500 + $360,000
$505,500
2020
$6,771 (+2.2%)
$132,400 + $345,100
$477,500
2019
$6,623
$135,600 + $335,100
$470,700
2018
$6,622 (+0.5%)
$119,900 + $332,700
$452,600
2017
$6,588 (+2.5%)
$120,900 + $309,100
$430,000
2016
$6,426 (+0.7%)
$120,900 + $298,000
$418,900
2015
$6,383 (+2.3%)
$125,200 + $279,800
$405,000
2014
$6,238 (+2.8%)
$118,100 + $269,100
$387,200
2013
$6,069 (+2.0%)
$130,200 + $274,400
$404,600
2012
$5,950 (+8.1%)
$130,200 + $271,800
$402,000
2011
$5,504
$130,200 + $264,600
$394,800
2010
$5,504 (−1.1%)
$130,200 + $264,600
$394,800
2009
$5,563
$155,700 + $280,300
$436,000
Tax history for 197 Simpson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,186 (+3.7%)
$233,000 + $495,800
$728,800
2024
$6,927 (−3.0%)
$211,800 + $464,700
$676,500
2022
$7,144 (+2.4%)
$183,200 + $454,700
$637,900
2021
$6,976 (+3.0%)
$145,500 + $360,000
$505,500
2020
$6,771 (+2.2%)
$132,400 + $345,100
$477,500
2019
$6,623
$135,600 + $335,100
$470,700
2018
$6,622 (+0.5%)
$119,900 + $332,700
$452,600
2017
$6,588 (+2.5%)
$120,900 + $309,100
$430,000
2016
$6,426 (+0.7%)
$120,900 + $298,000
$418,900
2015
$6,383 (+2.3%)
$125,200 + $279,800
$405,000
2014
$6,238 (+2.8%)
$118,100 + $269,100
$387,200
2013
$6,069 (+2.0%)
$130,200 + $274,400
$404,600
2012
$5,950 (+8.1%)
$130,200 + $271,800
$402,000
2011
$5,504
$130,200 + $264,600
$394,800
2010
$5,504 (−1.1%)
$130,200 + $264,600
$394,800
2009
$5,563
$155,700 + $280,300
$436,000
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.74 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,332
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1506167S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Garage Access
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,550
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: blue
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.74
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,144
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Stow Rd to Simpson Rd
UnparsedAddress: 197 Simpson Rd, Marlborough MA 01752
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,332
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.74 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1506167S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Places
Transit
Charles Jaworek School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Marlborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$814,000 – $986,000
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