Sitting on central, private lot in the heart of Shrewsbury, surrounded by mature trees, enhanced by beautiful gardens year-round, this timeless 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape blends historic character with modern comfort. The inviting front hallway, leads to a spacious and light-drenched living room with a cozy fireplace. To the left, the luminous formal dining room connects with a spacious kitchen featuring quality SS appliances, a granite island and corian surfaces. The kitchen opens on a large deck facing a flat, private backyard. Second floor features 3 bright, good-size bedrooms, an enormous walking/cedar closet, a full bath and plenty of storage. Lower level surprises you with a spacious opened plan, another fireplace & a bar, ready for the new owner to be creative. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, one car heated garage and a back yard shed completes it all. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history with all the conveniences of today, in one of most desirable locations!
Est. $3,444 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12 Gates Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73482922
Apr 8, 2026
Sold
$655,000
$287/sq ft
Mar 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$635,000
$279/sq ft
MLS PIN #72804454
May 19, 2021
Sold
$505,000
$221/sq ft
Mar 31, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 25, 2021
Listed
$449,900
$197/sq ft
+14
OPEN HOUSE Monday 3/29 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm! Welcome to 12 Gates Rd! This pristine Cape features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms along with an open concept living, dining and kitchen area with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Large deck off the kitchen that overlooks a flat, fenced in backyard that is perfect for entertaining. The second floor boasts 3 bedrooms with closet space along with a full bathroom. Large finished basement offers potential to make it yours! 1 car garage with a long drive way is featured in the front of the house. Close proximity to main roads along with stores and restaurants. This house is a must see! Offer deadline set for Tues 3/30 at 5pm.
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Cooktop
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Concrete
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Play Room, High Speed Internet
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Sherwood Ms
High School: Shrewsbury Hs
Location Information
Directions: Main st. to Gates Rd.; behind Shrewsbury Public Library
UnparsedAddress: 12 Gates Rd, Shrewsbury MA 01545
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1675193
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Walter J. Paton Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Oak Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Shrewsbury Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
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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 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Shrewsbury, MA • 01545
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$815,000 – $986,000
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