Welcome to Big Alum Lake one of the most sought after lakes in Ma! Build the forever home of your dreams on this beautiful, scenic land with 100’ of direct waterfront! A rare opportunity as many generations of families have lived on the lake for over 70 years.There is direct unobstructed shoreline and access to this fully recreational body of water. Enjoy year round peaceful views of the pristine lake and “Harry” the Heron soaring over the landscape. Spend your summers water skiing ,tubing,fishing or just an evening sunset ride in your boat.Winters are for ice fishing and skating.There is a house on the property built in 1940 that can be fully rehabbed or torn down to build your dream home. Convenient access to RT 84,Mass Pike, and RT 20There is an optional Lake Association BALA that you can join for $100. per year. Buyers and buyers agents to conduct due diligence for building or rehabbing.The seller has limited knowledge of the property and has never resided there
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$488Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Elizabeth Eisold• Coldwell Banker Realty - Western MA
BIG ALUM WATERFRONT!!!!! THIS IS A 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOME WITH AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN. WATER FRONTAGE ON ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LAKES IN THE AREA - BIG ALUM. IF YOU ENJOY BOATING, FISHING, WATER SPORTS OR JUST RELAXING BY THE WATER THIS IS IT! DOCK INCLUDED, STAIRS FROM FLAT YARD RIGHT INTO THE WATER. ENJOY PANORAMIC VIEWS FROM THE SUN ROOM. TOWN SEWER, DEAD END ROAD.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,962 (+12.5%)
$227,400 + $157,900
$385,300
2021
$6,187
$205,300 + $143,200
$348,500
2020
$6,187 (+6.6%)
$195,600 + $129,700
$325,300
2019
$5,806 (+4.0%)
$192,300 + $110,900
$303,200
2018
$5,581 (+4.4%)
$183,000 + $104,100
$287,100
2017
$5,347 (+30.4%)
$176,000 + $99,600
$275,600
2015
$4,100 (+3.1%)
$170,700 + $42,400
$213,100
2014
$3,976 (−18.4%)
$164,700 + $42,400
$207,100
2013
$4,872 (+0.7%)
$205,800 + $65,600
$271,400
2012
$4,839 (+8.9%)
$205,800 + $68,700
$274,500
2011
$4,444 (+10.5%)
$205,800 + $68,700
$274,500
2010
$4,023 (−11.6%)
$209,800 + $66,700
$276,500
2009
$4,551
$292,800 + $66,700
$359,500
Tax history for 288 Clarke Road Ext
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,962 (+12.5%)
$227,400 + $157,900
$385,300
2021
$6,187
$205,300 + $143,200
$348,500
2020
$6,187 (+6.6%)
$195,600 + $129,700
$325,300
2019
$5,806 (+4.0%)
$192,300 + $110,900
$303,200
2018
$5,581 (+4.4%)
$183,000 + $104,100
$287,100
2017
$5,347 (+30.4%)
$176,000 + $99,600
$275,600
2015
$4,100 (+3.1%)
$170,700 + $42,400
$213,100
2014
$3,976 (−18.4%)
$164,700 + $42,400
$207,100
2013
$4,872 (+0.7%)
$205,800 + $65,600
$271,400
2012
$4,839 (+8.9%)
$205,800 + $68,700
$274,500
2011
$4,444 (+10.5%)
$205,800 + $68,700
$274,500
2010
$4,023 (−11.6%)
$209,800 + $66,700
$276,500
2009
$4,551
$292,800 + $66,700
$359,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,391
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1702399
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Living Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Dirt Floor
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,391
Foundation Details: Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Dock/Mooring, Lake
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded, Sloped
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,962
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Private
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off of Clark Rd to the left of the gate.Please park at left side of the gate
UnparsedAddress: 288 Clarke Road Ext, Sturbridge MA 01518
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,391
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1702399
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Burgess Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Tantasqua Regional Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Tantasqua Regional Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sturbridge, MA • 01518
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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49
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39
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63
77
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73
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60
43
49
34
36
21
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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
$645,000 – $781,000
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