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About this home
Exceptional opportunity to own this well-maintained two-family home in a highly desirable neighborhood! Situated on a spacious corner lot, this property offers a generous yard, ample off-street parking, and excellent curb appeal. Renovated throughout the years, both units feature updated kitchens with modern finishes, renovated bathrooms, and spacious layouts designed for comfortable living. Large bedrooms provide plenty of space, while the flexible floor plans make this property ideal for owner-occupants, extended families, or investors seeking strong rental potential. Conveniently located just minutes from major highways, shopping centers, restaurants, schools, parks, and everyday amenities, this property combines location, functionality, and long-term value. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready multi-family home in a prime location with excellent income-producing potential. It won’t last!!!
Downtown, located between Route 20 and I-495, is a civic and commercial Marlborough neighborhood with a historic main street grid and a walkable cluster of shops. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street at Bolton Street, where coffee counters, independent eateries, and storefront services keep the sidewalks active. The Strand Theatre anchors local arts programming, while Lost Shoe Brewing and the Marlborough Public Library serve as familiar gathering points. Brick mill-era buildings and compact storefront blocks mix with civic architecture near City Hall. Pocket greens and small plazas break up the streetscape, and the Assabet River corridor sits nearby. Daily life centers on errands, performances, and casual meetups along Main Street.
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Offer insights
55 Rice St · $649,900
$650K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $650K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
63 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Interior features
10 total rooms
Full walk-out basement with interior access
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Flooring
Vinyl flooring
Carpet
Laminate flooring
Exterior features
Patio
Corner lot
Public road frontage
Home design
Two-family up/down configuration
3 total stories
3-level building
Parking
4 off-street parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Stone foundation
Shingle roof
Built approximately (public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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This 2 family set on a corner lot is a great opportunity for an investor (currently fully occupied) or as an owner occupied property! Each unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. The first unit is one level on the first floor. It has a front enclosed porch that is currently being used as a 3rd bedroom. One bedroom has a walk-in closet, providing ample storage space. The second unit is 2 levels, spanning the 2nd and 3rd floors. The bedrooms, kitchen and bath are on the 2nd floor while the 3rd floor is a loft perfect as a family room. The large, cabinet packed, eat-in kitchen has access to the side deck that leads to the back yard/parking area. There is a large yard with a patio. Water tank for 1st floor replaced 2017. Separate washer/dryer hook ups in the basement. Both tenants have occupied the units for over two years and have been very reliable. This home is a great commuter location and convenient to 495, 290, RT 20 and RT 85.
MLS PIN #30564068
Mar 28, 2002
Sold
$280,000
$141/sq ft
Jan 28, 2002
Listing Removed
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Nov 29, 2001
Listed
$289,900
$146/sq ft
GREAT HOME FOR OWNER OCCUPIED OR INVESTOR.UPDATED ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING,UPDATED HEATING SYS.NEW ROOF UPDATED KITCHENS & BATHS,NEW WALLS & CEILING,CERAMIC TILE. NICE DECK,SHOWS GREAT. CONVENIENT LOCATION.
Public Records
Jul 21, 1983
Sold
$62,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,482 (+6.5%)
$199,200 + $356,800
$556,000
2024
$5,148 (+0.2%)
$181,100 + $321,600
$502,700
2022
$5,138 (+8.0%)
$141,400 + $317,600
$459,000
2021
$4,757 (+3.4%)
$109,800 + $234,900
$344,700
2020
$4,600 (+5.0%)
$106,900 + $217,500
$324,400
2019
$4,379 (+12.4%)
$104,800 + $206,400
$311,200
2018
$3,895 (+13.8%)
$84,100 + $182,100
$266,200
2017
$3,424 (+4.3%)
$83,800 + $139,700
$223,500
2016
$3,283 (+9.1%)
$83,800 + $130,200
$214,000
2015
$3,010 (+2.0%)
$86,400 + $104,600
$191,000
2014
$2,951 (−0.7%)
$81,500 + $101,700
$183,200
2013
$2,973 (+3.2%)
$87,700 + $110,500
$198,200
2012
$2,882 (+5.7%)
$87,700 + $107,000
$194,700
2011
$2,727
$87,700 + $107,900
$195,600
2010
$2,727 (−26.9%)
$87,700 + $107,900
$195,600
2009
$3,730
$104,800 + $187,500
$292,300
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,980
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,980
Year built
1870
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
1576317S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° 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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Historical weather
Marlborough, MA • 01752
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 55 Rice St
$639,363
$11K under list price of $650K
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