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About this home
QUALITY UPDATES and ONE FLOOR LIVING option provide a fabulous opportunity to enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle. All major systems have been replaced or upgraded: Roof (2025), Boiler (2023), Plumbing (2024), Siding (2021 – durable James Hardie fiber cement clapboard), exterior front Doors, second floor Windows and electric wiring. Town water, town sewer, natural gas and FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY all add to the convenience of living here. Two updated baths, a modern kitchen and hardwood flooring in main living areas allow you to MOVE RIGHT IN and begin to enjoy the perennial gardens and great location. Sun pours through skylights into the open concept kitchen with vaulted ceiling. Two-level breakfast bar flows to the living and dining areas. There’s even a sunny nook, perfect as a dining spot, sitting area or office location. The TWO FIRST FLOOR BEDROOMS share a beautiful full bath with tile surround and luxurious, HEATED TILE FLOOR. The bonus of this home is the large second floor with newer carpet and a renovated half bath. Use this bright space as a primary bedroom, playroom, homework area, office, game room, guest suite…so many options that can evolve as your needs change. Excellent location near train station, library, schools and Benjamin Hill Park!
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$301Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jill and Donna Team• Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
Median sale price in this area is $927,536. (118% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Recessed lighting
Closets
Bonus room
Office
High-speed internet
Insulated doors
Insulated windows
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the first floor with ceiling fan, wood flooring, overhead lighting, and double closet
Second bedroom on the first floor with ceiling fan, wood flooring, overhead lighting, and double closet
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the first floor with tiled tub/shower, vaulted ceiling, stone/granite countertops, stone/ceramic tile flooring, remodeled with overhead lighting
One half bathroom on the second floor with vinyl flooring, stone/granite countertops, remodeled
Kitchen
Skylight and vaulted ceiling
Wood flooring
Overhead lighting
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry with exterior access, vinyl flooring, overhead lighting
Washer hookup and electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Wood
Tile
Vinyl
Wall-to-wall carpet
Heating & cooling
Heating with baseboard, radiant and natural gas
Window air conditioning units
Thermostat (energy efficient)
Exterior features
Garden
Level lot
Public road frontage
Home design
Single-family residence
Renovated since original construction
Blue exterior
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Parking
Detached garage (1 garage space)
One covered space
Three open parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street paved parking (total 4 parking spaces)
Construction
Frame construction
Year built per public records; renovated since
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers and 100 amp service
Gas available for range
HOA & community
Community offers public transportation, shopping, parks, bike path and T-Station access
Not a senior community
Other
Basement is partial and unfinished
Approximately 1,413 total building area above grade
Heat zones: 2
Electricity and solar
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LOCATION!! LOCATION!! This beautiful bungalow boasts open concept living with hardwood floors throughout the first floor, vaulted ceiling and sky lights in the kitchen, three bedrooms plus a bonus room, large yard, detached garage, and all just blocks from local shopping, banks, commuter rail, school, and Dunks. Perfect for the buyer that wants to work in the city and live in the country.
MLS PIN #30234108
Jul 28, 1998
Sold
$98,900
$70/sq ft
Jul 27, 1998
Listing Removed
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Jun 15, 1998
Listed
$99,900
$71/sq ft
THE PRICE IS RIGHT! MANY NICE AMENITIES FOR A HOUSE IN THIS RANGE. OAK KITCHEN, PEDESTAL SINKS, HARDWOOD FLOORS IN TWO BEDROOMS,MANY 6 PANEL DOORS, BAY WINDOW,5 FAN/LIGHTS, 1 CAR GARAGE,NICE YARD. CLOSE TO COMMUTER TRAIN
Public Records
Oct 25, 1988
Sold
$115,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,395 (+4.5%)
$149,000 + $205,700
$354,700
2025
$4,204 (+5.3%)
$129,900 + $194,200
$324,100
2024
$3,991 (+2.5%)
$110,800 + $183,300
$294,100
2023
$3,894 (+2.9%)
$110,800 + $163,800
$274,600
2022
$3,783 (+3.8%)
$106,900 + $137,500
$244,400
2021
$3,645 (+4.8%)
$95,500 + $125,000
$220,500
2020
$3,478 (+4.3%)
$95,500 + $120,400
$215,900
2019
$3,335 (+8.4%)
$95,500 + $111,900
$207,400
2018
$3,077 (+8.6%)
$91,700 + $95,700
$187,400
2017
$2,833 (+0.9%)
$84,000 + $87,500
$171,500
2016
$2,808 (+1.1%)
$85,600 + $84,500
$170,100
2015
$2,777 (+9.2%)
$80,200 + $80,200
$160,400
2014
$2,543 (+6.8%)
$69,500 + $82,300
$151,800
2013
$2,382 (+6.1%)
$67,700 + $84,500
$152,200
2012
$2,246 (+2.8%)
$67,100 + $82,800
$149,900
2011
$2,185 (+7.6%)
$74,700 + $84,900
$159,600
2010
$2,031 (−7.9%)
$75,400 + $89,600
$165,000
2009
$2,206
$85,200 + $107,800
$193,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,413
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,413
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1979500S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Shirley, MA • 01464
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3 Benjamin Rd
$428,568
$3,568 over list price of $425K
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