This delightful Arts and Crafts style property built in the 20's has lovingly retained many of its period details. Hardwood floors fill living spaces, beginning in a generous living room with French doors opening to the formal dining room. A light filled front sunroom allows you to watch the world go by, or retreat out the back of the kitchen onto the deck overlooking the .6 acre rear fenced, tree-dappled backyard. 3 good sized bedrooms, a small study and downstairs a convenient laundry room on the first floor. This charming home is just a sidewalk stroll from the rotary, fine eateries like Ted's and Tavolino, and near in town shopping that includes Roche Brothers, gift stores and Panera - there's even a drive-through Dunkin' for busy mornings! Easy access to Route 9, plenty of big box stores and to 495 and close to the Westborough T . All this plus Westborough Top rated schools!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amanda Graham• Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Jeanne Murphy• Realty Executives Boston West
Beautiful Classic Craftsman Style Home in Downtown Village Area of Westboro. Architecturally, this shed-roof bungalow reflects the influence of Stickley & the Greene brothers in Arts & Crafts Design. Attention to Detail - Birch Wood Floors, Qtr Sawn Window & Door Trim, Spacious Living Room w/French Doors to Dining Room, Skylit Granite Kitchen, Tiled 4-Season Porch w/Ceiling Fans, Energy Efficient Replacement Windows, Central AC, Hot Tub, Stone Patio, Fenced Level Yard. A must see, won't last!
Public Records
Aug 30, 2002
Sold
$399,900
$200/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 1987
Sold
$175,000
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,156 (+3.8%)
$278,600 + $265,100
$543,700
2022
$8,825 (+0.2%)
$223,700 + $253,600
$477,300
2021
$8,803
$221,200 + $253,600
$474,800
2020
$8,810 (+7.3%)
$209,000 + $271,900
$480,900
2019
$8,210 (+6.8%)
$200,800 + $247,100
$447,900
2018
$7,690 (+3.7%)
$184,400 + $232,200
$416,600
2017
$7,415 (−0.2%)
$184,400 + $232,200
$416,600
2016
$7,428 (+5.8%)
$184,400 + $233,600
$418,000
2015
$7,020 (+14.7%)
$184,400 + $193,200
$377,600
2014
$6,121 (+1.7%)
$172,100 + $145,200
$317,300
2013
$6,019 (−0.6%)
$172,100 + $145,200
$317,300
2012
$6,057 (−0.1%)
$172,100 + $143,200
$315,300
2011
$6,065 (+4.4%)
$172,100 + $160,400
$332,500
2010
$5,811 (+10.7%)
$180,300 + $161,900
$342,200
2009
$5,250
$180,300 + $158,400
$338,700
Tax history for 7 Forbes St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,156 (+3.8%)
$278,600 + $265,100
$543,700
2022
$8,825 (+0.2%)
$223,700 + $253,600
$477,300
2021
$8,803
$221,200 + $253,600
$474,800
2020
$8,810 (+7.3%)
$209,000 + $271,900
$480,900
2019
$8,210 (+6.8%)
$200,800 + $247,100
$447,900
2018
$7,690 (+3.7%)
$184,400 + $232,200
$416,600
2017
$7,415 (−0.2%)
$184,400 + $232,200
$416,600
2016
$7,428 (+5.8%)
$184,400 + $233,600
$418,000
2015
$7,020 (+14.7%)
$184,400 + $193,200
$377,600
2014
$6,121 (+1.7%)
$172,100 + $145,200
$317,300
2013
$6,019 (−0.6%)
$172,100 + $145,200
$317,300
2012
$6,057 (−0.1%)
$172,100 + $143,200
$315,300
2011
$6,065 (+4.4%)
$172,100 + $160,400
$332,500
2010
$5,811 (+10.7%)
$180,300 + $161,900
$342,200
2009
$5,250
$180,300 + $158,400
$338,700
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,997
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1735312
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Study
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,997
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.6
Lot Features: Cleared
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,210.01
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Westborough Center - Rotary to South St to Forbes
UnparsedAddress: 7 Forbes St, Westborough MA 01581
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,997
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1735312
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Armstrong Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Sarah W Gibbons Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Westborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
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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, 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
$735,000 – $890,000
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