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Off Market Oct 2023 for $875K

$977,308

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•

3,400

sq ft

38 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 01581

About this home

Welcome to the Captain Benjamin Fay house c.1790, where historic charm meets stunning modern convenience. Step into the lovely foyer w/ curved staircase, wide pine floors throughout, 6 fireplaces and fresh paint. New kitchen will delight w/ all the updates you're looking for: from the cabinets to flooring, SS appliances & pantry. Spacious family rm, dining rm & formal living rm/office. A renovated 1/2 bath and 3 season sunroom- perfect for relaxing with your favorite beverage or entertaining. Upstairs you have 3 generously sized bedrooms, a smaller bedroom- (think office or nursery?) & a beautiful full bath. Terrific finished walk-out LL has a spacious game rm & 2 additional rms currently used as an exercise rm & TV space but could serve as bedrooms/guest/playroom! Another full bath finishes this level. Gorgeous lot w/inground pool, new composite decking & plenty of yard space. Great location on the west side of desirable Westborough. Nothing to do but move in & make it home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1790Year Built

0.98 acresLot Size

$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

8 spacesParking

Listed by Melissa Ellison • Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Diane Bush • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73153792

Redfin Estimate

$977,308

$102K since sold in October 2023$0 since August

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C
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D
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Market trends in 01581, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.9%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$660K

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 38 Nourse St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73153792

Oct 24, 2023

Sold

$875,000

$257/sq ft

Sep 4, 2023

Contingent

—

Aug 30, 2023

Listed

$850,000

$250/sq ft

MLS PIN #72973772

Jun 10, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Jun 9, 2022

Sold

$602,500

$177/sq ft

May 5, 2022

Contingent

—

Apr 28, 2022

Listed

$625,000

$184/sq ft

+37

Historic Captain Benjamin Fay House! Beautiful Westborough antique Colonial circa 1790 with many updates and great original spacious "four over four" floor plan and many original details. Gracious front entryway with sweeping curved staircase, stunning wide pine floors throughout, 6 fireplaces. 6 bedrooms (one possible office, in-law or au pair with access to separate bath & entrance), fantastic closet space, 2.5 baths. 9' ceilings on first floor, Beautiful glass/screen porch, rear stairway, workshop area and root cellar. Recently replaced most windows W/Pella. Finished W/O lower level with built-ins offers access to in-ground pool and expansive, private yard - .98 acres. Lower level has been supported by steel I-beam for possible kitchen/family room expansion. Large sunny deck overlooks private yard & pool. Great neighborhood, close to commuter rail, easy access to everything Westborough has to offer. Included: is a "240-volt Level 2 CCS electric car charger".

MLS PIN #71982703

Jul 6, 2016

Sold

$480,000

$141/sq ft

May 10, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 14, 2016

Price Changed

$500,000

$147/sq ft

Apr 4, 2016

Listed

$529,900

$156/sq ft

+25

Beautiful Westborough antique Colonial circa 1765 with many updates and great original spacious “four over four” floor plan and many original details. Gracious front entryway with sweeping curved staircase, stunning wide pine floors throughout, 7 fireplaces. 5 bedrooms (one possible office, in-law or au pair with access to separate bath & entrance), fantastic closet space, 2.5 baths. 9’ ceilings on first floor, Beautiful screen porch, large deck, back staircase, workshop area and root cellar. Recently replaced most windows W/ Pella. Finished W/O lower level with built-ins offers access to in-ground pool and expansive, private yard - .98 acres. Lower level has been supported by steel I-beam for possible kitchen/family room expansion. Large sunny deck overlooks private yard & pool.Great neighborhood, close to commuter rail, easy access to everything Westborough has to offer, including top rated school system. Landmark Westborough Antique Home for Sale - Captain Benjamin Fay House!

MLS PIN #30325228

Sep 24, 1999

Sold

$305,000

$90/sq ft

Jun 9, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Jun 1, 1999

Listed

$309,900

$91/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,101 (+9.3%)

$300,700 + $358,500

$659,200

2022

$10,158 (+4.7%)

$239,000 + $310,400

$549,400

2021

$9,702 (+1.1%)

$212,900 + $310,400

$523,300

2020

$9,598 (−7.0%)

$221,600 + $302,300

$523,900

2019

$10,323 (+14.1%)

$221,600 + $341,600

$563,200

2018

$9,049 (+10.9%)

$206,400 + $283,800

$490,200

2017

$8,156 (+2.6%)

$206,400 + $251,800

$458,200

2016

$7,949 (−3.2%)

$195,500 + $251,800

$447,300

2015

$8,213 (−0.7%)

$195,500 + $246,300

$441,800

2014

$8,272 (+1.7%)

$182,500 + $246,300

$428,800

2013

$8,134 (−1.6%)

$182,500 + $246,300

$428,800

2012

$8,270 (+10.0%)

$182,500 + $248,000

$430,500

2011

$7,519 (−0.8%)

$182,500 + $229,700

$412,200

2010

$7,580 (+12.2%)

$199,900 + $246,500

$446,400

2009

$6,756

$199,900 + $236,000

$435,900

Tax history for 38 Nourse St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,101 (+9.3%)

$300,700 + $358,500

$659,200

2022

$10,158 (+4.7%)

$239,000 + $310,400

$549,400

2021

$9,702 (+1.1%)

$212,900 + $310,400

$523,300

2020

$9,598 (−7.0%)

$221,600 + $302,300

$523,900

2019

$10,323 (+14.1%)

$221,600 + $341,600

$563,200

2018

$9,049 (+10.9%)

$206,400 + $283,800

$490,200

2017

$8,156 (+2.6%)

$206,400 + $251,800

$458,200

2016

$7,949 (−3.2%)

$195,500 + $251,800

$447,300

2015

$8,213 (−0.7%)

$195,500 + $246,300

$441,800

2014

$8,272 (+1.7%)

$182,500 + $246,300

$428,800

2013

$8,134 (−1.6%)

$182,500 + $246,300

$428,800

2012

$8,270 (+10.0%)

$182,500 + $248,000

$430,500

2011

$7,519 (−0.8%)

$182,500 + $229,700

$412,200

2010

$7,580 (+12.2%)

$199,900 + $246,500

$446,400

2009

$6,756

$199,900 + $236,000

$435,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.98 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,400

Year built

1790

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1733698

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 96
Length: 12
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Vinyl,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 66
Length: 11
Width: 6
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 16
Length: 4
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Living Room Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access

Family Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Wood

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 6
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Pine, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Entry Hall, Sun Room, Bedroom, Game Room, Exercise Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,400
Foundation Details: Stone, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Red

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Stone Wall

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.98
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Frontage Length: 180
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,158
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: West Main Street to Nourse Street (Route 30). Near Fay Acres I.
UnparsedAddress: 38 Nourse Street, Westborough MA 01581

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,400
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1790
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1733698

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mill Pond School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Sarah W Gibbons Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Westborough High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% 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, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Westborough, MA • 01581

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$929,000 – $1.12M

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Home values near 38 Nourse St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4360 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,427
26 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2208 Sq. Ft.	$828,635

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4990 Sq. Ft.	$1,342,231
52 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2199 Sq. Ft.	$823,925

Address	Redfin Estimate
23 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3714 Sq. Ft.	$1,000,287
44 Nourse St, Westborough, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2224 Sq. Ft.	$833,056

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