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Off Market May 2024 for $730K

$853,442

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,726/mo

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3,925

sq ft

197 Sterling Rd, Princeton, MA 01541

About this home

Exciting, warm, spacious are some of the superlatives to describe this New England country colonial. Situated on over 7 acres of lush foliage,this home boasts 11 rooms, 3925 sq.ft. of living area. Sun filled front to back country kitchen with a plethora of oak cabinets and center cooking island which flows effortlessly into family room and the sunroom which opens to a multilevel deck.Gleaming hardwoods throughout, 3 1/2 baths, first floor guest suite with private bath, separate laundry room . Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms plus a media room and cathedral room over garage that can be used as a home office . This room has its own separate staircase.Master bedroom has marble surround fireplace, large walk in closet and bath with jacuzzi tub and shower. Princeton school (K-8) has award winning S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics). 6 minutes ride to I190 interchange on Rt. 140.

Single-familyProperty Type

1986Year Built

7.02 acresLot Size

$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Claralee Gorczynski • Century 21 Center Home Team

Bought with Joshua Mello • Keller Williams Realty North Central

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•Source:MLS PIN #73172901

Redfin Estimate

$853,442

$123K since sold in May 2024$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 6.7% lower than the average sale price ($915K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$695,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths2,654 sq ft
17 Boylston Ave, Princeton, MA 01541
SOLD FEB 5, 2026
$1,130,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,300 sq ft
17 Coal Kiln Rd, Princeton, MA 01541
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,012,500
C
4 beds3 baths4,348 sq ft
39 Main St, Princeton, MA 01541
SOLD MAR 19, 2026
$1,050,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,149 sq ft
9 Stagecoach Rd, Princeton, MA 01541
SOLD JUL 25, 2026
$860,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,611 sq ft
25 Houghton Rd, Princeton, MA 01541
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$740,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,368 sq ft
189 Beaman Rd, Princeton, MA 01541

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Market trends in 01541, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.6%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$697K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 197 Sterling Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,864 (+4.8%)

$113,000 + $472,500

$585,500

2022

$8,462 (+1.3%)

$113,000 + $426,700

$539,700

2021

$8,350 (+3.5%)

$113,000 + $405,000

$518,000

2020

$8,071 (+0.3%)

$113,000 + $396,200

$509,200

2019

$8,045 (−1.4%)

$110,400 + $391,800

$502,200

2018

$8,156 (+9.2%)

$101,700 + $370,300

$472,000

2017

$7,471 (−0.1%)

$145,900 + $274,300

$420,200

2016

$7,480 (+3.7%)

$145,900 + $274,300

$420,200

2015

$7,211 (+0.3%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2014

$7,186 (−1.5%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2013

$7,294 (+3.9%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2012

$7,019 (+6.9%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2011

$6,566 (−5.1%)

$144,300 + $270,200

$414,500

2010

$6,921 (+3.7%)

$156,400 + $293,600

$450,000

2009

$6,676

$168,100 + $315,700

$483,800

Tax history for 197 Sterling Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,864 (+4.8%)

$113,000 + $472,500

$585,500

2022

$8,462 (+1.3%)

$113,000 + $426,700

$539,700

2021

$8,350 (+3.5%)

$113,000 + $405,000

$518,000

2020

$8,071 (+0.3%)

$113,000 + $396,200

$509,200

2019

$8,045 (−1.4%)

$110,400 + $391,800

$502,200

2018

$8,156 (+9.2%)

$101,700 + $370,300

$472,000

2017

$7,471 (−0.1%)

$145,900 + $274,300

$420,200

2016

$7,480 (+3.7%)

$145,900 + $274,300

$420,200

2015

$7,211 (+0.3%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2014

$7,186 (−1.5%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2013

$7,294 (+3.9%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2012

$7,019 (+6.9%)

$148,300 + $268,500

$416,800

2011

$6,566 (−5.1%)

$144,300 + $270,200

$414,500

2010

$6,921 (+3.7%)

$156,400 + $293,600

$450,000

2009

$6,676

$168,100 + $315,700

$483,800

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7.02 Acres

Year renovated

1990

Sq. Ft.

3,925

Year built

1986

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

3527247

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, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 360
Length: 20
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Hot Tub / Spa

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Handicap Accessible

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Handicap Accessible

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Cable Hookup

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Handicap Accessible,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access

Office Room Information
Length: 20
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling - Cathedral,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Cabinets - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Slider, Bathroom, Media Room, Home Office-Separate Entry, Sun Room, Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,925
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: tan

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Screens, Horses Permitted

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Workshop

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 7.02
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: $10,164
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric

Location

Location Information
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UnparsedAddress: 197 Sterling Rd., Princeton MA 01541

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HorseYN: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,925
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Worcester County
APN: 3527247

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Thomas Prince School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Wachusett Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi

7/10

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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

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° 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, 1 days in 30 years

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Princeton, MA • 01541

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.8 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

$811,000 – $982,000

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Data from public records.

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198 Sterling Rd, Princeton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1857 Sq. Ft.	$575,364

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