This home's estimate is 7.3% higher than the average sale price ($391K) of 6 comparable homes.
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17 Shirley Rd, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
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Priced way below assessed value! Move in Ready ! Rare Shrewsbury lakefront opportunity! This 1BR/1BA cottage sits on a nearly half-acre corner lot on a quiet section of Lake Quinsigamond, offering water access to the main lake under the bridge. Perfect for investors, builders, or buyers looking to create a custom waterfront retreat, the home features a walk-up attic with potential for a second-story expansion (buyer to verify). The property includes a 1-car garage, paved driveway, and town water/sewer. Enjoy living in a premier recreational hub in Central MA, close to a state park with rowing, water sports, public swimming, and walking trails. It also serves as an excellent rental asset for savvy investors due to its close proximity to the UMASS Medical campus. Bring your vision to renovate, expand, or rebuild and gain instant equity in a highly sought-after location. Open House Thursday June 4, 2026. Send your buyer's ! No special financing needed
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Est. $2,258 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 17 Shirley Rd
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- Tax History
$486/sq ft
$521/sq ft
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Has Garage
- Has Open Parking
- # of Garage Spaces: 1
- # of Covered Spaces: 1
- Open Parking Spaces: 4
- Parking Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
- Master Bedroom Information
- Level: First
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Level: Basement
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 1
- Living Room Information
- Level: First
- Family Room Information
- Level: Basement
- Dining Room Information
- Level: First
- Kitchen Information
- Level: First
- Basement Information
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: In Basement
- Appliances
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms (Total): 6
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Area (Total): 720
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction Materials: Frame
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Year Built Details: Approximate
- Exterior Features
- Fencing: Fenced
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard
- Property Information
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
- PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
- Above Grade Finished Area: 720
- Below Grade Finished Area: 300
- Has Waterview
- Lake
- ADU: N
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
- ViewYN: Has View
- View: Scenic View(s)
- WaterfrontYN: Yes
- Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake, Access, Lake/Pond, Beach Ownership(Other (See Remarks))
- Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $6,240
- Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Location
- Location Information
- Directions: Main St to Holden St to Shirley Rd
- UnparsedAddress: 17 Shirley Rd, Shrewsbury MA 01545
- Community Information
- Senior CommunityYN: No
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 720
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 0.41 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1954
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Worcester County
- APN: 1674664
Other
- Miscellaneous Information
- Heat Zones: 1
- Listing Information
- StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Very good sunlight
SunscoreThere appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1044 Sq. Ft. | $496,450 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1445 Sq. Ft. | $508,122 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1698 Sq. Ft. | $491,320 |
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2164 Sq. Ft. | $643,064 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2270 Sq. Ft. | $700,971 |
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3319 Sq. Ft. | $1,019,355 |
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