WELCOME to this irresistibly charming home with 530ft water frontage on "The Quag”. Situated on 8.37 beautiful acres abutting a Rail Trail, this gorgeous Cape Cod is truly impressive. Walk down your private trail with kayaking or fishing from your private beach. Enter the home with gleaming hardwood floors, oversized windows with custom blinds & high ceilings. Admire the country kitchen with gorgeous granite island & peninsula. Feel the ambiance & warmth from the gas stove in the family room streaming with natural light, entertain on your choice of decks with french doors either side allowing a wonderful breeze. Enjoy family gatherings in the large dining room and continue to 2 beds with views, a delightful sitting room & bath. The powder rm & laundry round out the first floor. Upstairs you will find the Master with water views & ensuite, another spacious bedroom with potential bath. Enjoy the sunset or warm by the fire pit among the orchards, peace & tranquility after a stressful day!
So much potential here! Almost 2500 square feet of living area with some updates, but still plenty of old-world charm! Granite counters and upgraded cabinets in kitchen. Hardwood floors throughout most rooms. Updated electrical and plumbing systems. Huge family room in rear with lots of natural light and a great spot for a wood or pellet stove. 533 feet of waterfrontage on “The Quag”. May also be purchased for $275,000 with seller installing a new septic system.
MLS PIN #30428474
Aug 17, 2000
Sold
$240,000
$97/sq ft
Jul 24, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 2000
Listed
$269,900
$109/sq ft
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,816 (+6.6%)
$204,700 + $341,900
$546,600
2022
$7,332 (+12.3%)
$189,500 + $291,300
$480,800
2020
$6,529 (−0.2%)
$202,500 + $185,900
$388,400
2019
$6,542 (+6.5%)
$209,100 + $169,700
$378,800
2018
$6,144 (−1.8%)
$204,800 + $145,500
$350,300
2017
$6,255 (+12.1%)
$207,400 + $139,500
$346,900
2016
$5,580 (+43.7%)
$207,400 + $97,000
$304,400
2015
$3,882 (+8.4%)
$126,600 + $97,900
$224,500
2014
$3,582 (+2.2%)
$126,600 + $85,000
$211,600
2013
$3,504 (−0.5%)
$126,600 + $87,700
$214,300
2012
$3,521 (+2.4%)
$130,100 + $94,900
$225,000
2011
$3,439 (−3.0%)
$130,100 + $100,700
$230,800
2010
$3,547 (−4.8%)
$137,500 + $110,700
$248,200
2009
$3,726
$137,500 + $143,700
$281,200
Tax history for 18 Gates Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,816 (+6.6%)
$204,700 + $341,900
$546,600
2022
$7,332 (+12.3%)
$189,500 + $291,300
$480,800
2020
$6,529 (−0.2%)
$202,500 + $185,900
$388,400
2019
$6,542 (+6.5%)
$209,100 + $169,700
$378,800
2018
$6,144 (−1.8%)
$204,800 + $145,500
$350,300
2017
$6,255 (+12.1%)
$207,400 + $139,500
$346,900
2016
$5,580 (+43.7%)
$207,400 + $97,000
$304,400
2015
$3,882 (+8.4%)
$126,600 + $97,900
$224,500
2014
$3,582 (+2.2%)
$126,600 + $85,000
$211,600
2013
$3,504 (−0.5%)
$126,600 + $87,700
$214,300
2012
$3,521 (+2.4%)
$130,100 + $94,900
$225,000
2011
$3,439 (−3.0%)
$130,100 + $100,700
$230,800
2010
$3,547 (−4.8%)
$137,500 + $110,700
$248,200
2009
$3,726
$137,500 + $143,700
$281,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
364,597
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
2,479
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
3431291
Parking Spaces
8
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Waterfront, Pool
Last updated by owner on Dec 20, 2021.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Paved
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Worcester Rd turn left onto Gates Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Gates Rd, Sterling MA 01564
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
HorseYN: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,479
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Worcester County
APN: 3431291
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Waterfront, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 20, 2021
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Items To Be Negotiated, Snowblower, Furniture, Beds, Owners Are Relocating.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Houghton Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Chocksett Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
0.62% chance of being 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sterling, MA • 01564
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$782,000 – $947,000
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