Welcome to 5 Browne Road, a quaint and inviting residence perfect for those seeking comfort and convenience in Shrewsbury, MA. This delightful home features two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and an additional half bath, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining guests.As you enter, you’ll be greeted by a lovely year-round enclosed front porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. Step into the cozy living room, where a charming fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere—perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the living spaces, adding warmth and character to the home.The partially finished walk-out basement offers versatile space that can be customized to suit your needs. This property boasts essential updates, including a furnace replaced in 2018 and a hot water heater replaced in 2023. Conveniently located close to public transportation, shopping centers and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$411Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Ian Handel• Ian Handel Real Estate LLC
Bought with Prakash Adhikari• Century 21 XSELL REALTY
Welcome Home to this vintage cottage which features updates... two bedrooms plus formal dining room. (Dining room is presently being used as a third bedroom) 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, living room with fireplace...sunny enclosed front porch. Laundry is in the basement which is partially finished with a walk out to the back yard. All appliances are included in the sale. Conveniently located close to shopping, medical, public transportation and more! Opportunity is knocking to live in the Shrewsbury community for under $300K...
MLS PIN #70717785
Apr 24, 2008
Sold
$175,000
$148/sq ft
Mar 27, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2008
Listed
$204,888
$173/sq ft
Welcome to grandma's house! Charm and character are obvious in this vintage cottage. Hardwoods, fireplace,knotty pine, enclosed front porch and partially finished bsmt. Needs cosmetics and some updates...newer furnace, hot water heater, electrical updates.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,893 (+7.2%)
$181,900 + $114,800
$296,700
2022
$3,632 (+20.3%)
$161,500 + $95,900
$257,400
2020
$3,019 (+3.1%)
$153,000 + $89,100
$242,100
2019
$2,928 (+1.8%)
$147,400 + $85,500
$232,900
2018
$2,875 (+10.9%)
$135,700 + $91,400
$227,100
2017
$2,592 (−2.8%)
$119,300 + $82,700
$202,000
2016
$2,668 (+5.0%)
$115,800 + $89,400
$205,200
2015
$2,542 (+20.6%)
$108,500 + $84,100
$192,600
2014
$2,107 (−1.8%)
$95,300 + $77,800
$173,100
2013
$2,145 (−2.3%)
$110,900 + $72,900
$183,800
2012
$2,195 (+4.1%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2011
$2,108 (+3.5%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2010
$2,037 (−8.1%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2009
$2,217
$144,900 + $84,100
$229,000
Tax history for 5 Browne Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,893 (+7.2%)
$181,900 + $114,800
$296,700
2022
$3,632 (+20.3%)
$161,500 + $95,900
$257,400
2020
$3,019 (+3.1%)
$153,000 + $89,100
$242,100
2019
$2,928 (+1.8%)
$147,400 + $85,500
$232,900
2018
$2,875 (+10.9%)
$135,700 + $91,400
$227,100
2017
$2,592 (−2.8%)
$119,300 + $82,700
$202,000
2016
$2,668 (+5.0%)
$115,800 + $89,400
$205,200
2015
$2,542 (+20.6%)
$108,500 + $84,100
$192,600
2014
$2,107 (−1.8%)
$95,300 + $77,800
$173,100
2013
$2,145 (−2.3%)
$110,900 + $72,900
$183,800
2012
$2,195 (+4.1%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2011
$2,108 (+3.5%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2010
$2,037 (−8.1%)
$110,900 + $86,700
$197,600
2009
$2,217
$144,900 + $84,100
$229,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,181
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1678949
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,181
Foundation Details: Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,949
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
UnparsedAddress: 5 Browne Rd, Shrewsbury MA 01545
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,181
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1678949
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Calvin Coolidge School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Oak Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Shrewsbury Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
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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
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, 17 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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63
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50
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22
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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
$462,000 – $559,000
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