Welcome to this beautifully remodeled, move-in ready home where timeless craftsmanship meets modern convenience. Every major update has already been completed, including a new roof, new heating and A/C system, new driveway, a stunning custom gourmet kitchen, and two fully updated bathrooms. Offering 3 bedrooms plus a versatile lower-level bonus room, this home provides the flexibility you need for a home office, playroom, guest space, gym, or media room. Step outside to the oversized new deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, complete with an outdoor kitchen an ideal setup for hosting family gatherings, summer BBQs, and entertaining guests. Located in an incredibly convenient commuter location, you'll enjoy easy access to the Mass Pike, Route 495, Route 9, and the MBTA commuter rail, making commuting a breeze while enjoying the charm of the highly desirable Grafton community.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$333Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ferrari Property Group• Keller Williams Pinnacle Central
Listed by Gizely Guimaraes• Keller Williams Pinnacle Central
North Grafton, located between Grafton Common and Lake Quinsigamond, is a residential and campus-adjacent Grafton neighborhood with wooded backroads and a rail-stop rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the North Grafton MBTA station area, where commuter platforms meet small-scale streets and a steady weekday pulse. Housing reads as classic New England—capelike homes, colonials, and newer subdivisions set behind stone walls and tall pines. The Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine adds an academic, green-campus backdrop and a calendar of public-facing events. At the Grafton Flea Market, weekend browsing and local vendors give the area a distinctly regional feel. Trails and water views shape daily routines, with nearby conservation land and the lake’s shoreline defining the geography.
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Market insights
17 Institute Rd · $695,000
DAYS ON MARKET
33 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.0%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$695,000
Median sale price in this area is $523,283. (25% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Nine total rooms
Insulated windows
Bonus room
Remodeled family room
Remodeled dining area
Open floorplan
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the first floor with hardwood flooring and recessed lighting
Second bedroom on the first floor with hardwood flooring and recessed lighting
Third bedroom on the first floor with hardwood flooring and recessed lighting
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Primary bathroom (first floor) with double vanity, tiled shower stall, upgraded countertops and cabinets
Second full bathroom (basement) with tiled shower stall
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Upgraded stone/granite countertops
Upgraded cabinets
Kitchen island
Remodeled kitchen
Exterior access from kitchen
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup in basement
Washer/dryer excluded from sale
Electric water heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Vinyl
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Composite deck
Cabana
Deck - composite listed twice in source consolidated
Paved public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Frame construction
Parking
Attached garage with 1 garage space
Covered parking (1 covered space)
Five open parking spaces
Total of 6 parking spaces
Attached garage provides interior entry and access under/garage access noted
Paved drive and off-street paved parking
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Building area total 2,088 (1,512 above grade, 576 below grade)
Year built recorded in public records
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
Utilities include connection for electric range and icemaker
Washer hookup
On-site power production (solar) installed 2024 — 14.4 kW system producing ~14,494 annual (lease approx. $306/month listed in source)
Other
Property listed as active
Outdoor fridge, house water filter, washer/dryer, certain built-ins and playground are excluded from sale
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
FINAL OFFERS DUE BY 4:00 PM WED. 12/6 Incredibly convenient commuter location! This affordable, welcoming and comfortable 3 BR raised ranch is situated in very close proximity to the Mass Pike, Route 495, Route 9, and the MBTA commuter rail! There are endless possibilities to make this your perfect home! With a passing title 5 certificate, generous oversized deck, fenced in back yard and fireplace on each floor this home provides plenty of flexibility. Some updates have been made for you including new kitchen flooring and appliances, new vanity in the main bath, re-glazed tub and kitchen sink, a brand-new electric water tank and fresh paint throughout the upstairs. This home is ready and waiting for you to move right in while you bring creativity and a personal touch for your very own details and updates. What a wonderful entry into the desirable Grafton community. Welcome Home!
MLS PIN #70228353
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$353,000
$169/sq ft
Jul 20, 2005
Listed
$365,000
$175/sq ft
Very private lot, oversized deck. New kitchen cabinets, corian counter tops, 2 family rooms, first floor and basement.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,356 (+4.5%)
$195,700 + $208,900
$404,600
2022
$6,084 (+9.0%)
$168,100 + $192,300
$360,400
2020
$5,582 (+5.0%)
$152,900 + $185,400
$338,300
2019
$5,318 (+8.6%)
$136,600 + $182,600
$319,200
2018
$4,896 (+3.9%)
$135,800 + $159,300
$295,100
2017
$4,713 (+12.5%)
$128,100 + $159,300
$287,400
2016
$4,191 (+5.5%)
$106,000 + $144,200
$250,200
2014
$3,971 (−0.2%)
$122,700 + $137,500
$260,200
2013
$3,979 (−0.3%)
$115,200 + $140,700
$255,900
2012
$3,992 (+2.4%)
$139,900 + $142,600
$282,500
2011
$3,897 (+6.7%)
$154,600 + $131,300
$285,900
2010
$3,652 (+11.4%)
$165,800 + $128,000
$293,800
2009
$3,277
$183,900 + $118,700
$302,600
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,512
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1524506
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
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 96° 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
North Grafton, MA • 01536
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 6% for direct sun exposure in North Grafton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 17 Institute Rd
$688,366
$6,634 under list price of $695K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $640K to $784K.