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Off Market Feb 2016 for $339K

$686,649

•

3,066

sq ft

168 Institute Rd, Worcester, MA 01602

About this home

Historic Colonial has all the charm and craftsmanship you've ever wanted. A classic front entryway leads you into the center hall with a high ceilings hand-carved mahogany staircase & hardwood floors. Unique craftsmanship on the back to back fireplaces and archways. Large dining room has built in cabinets, & cantilevered hardwoods. The kitchen has a walk-in pantry, granite counter tops & dining area. Back staircase leads all the way to the 3rd floor. 2nd floor has 4 spacious BR's, 2 full baths including a master bath, & a spacious seating area in the main hall. Walk up attic - plenty of storage space & potential to be finished. The fenced in backyard includes a spectacular swing, flower garden & space to play or just relax on your bi-level deck. This home was featured in Worcester Living Magazine Spring 3/7/2014 edition. Check out this article and see what this home can be when it's yours! HOME WARRANTY AVAILABLE, BROCHURE ATTACHED. SELLER IS MOTIVATED - MAKE AN OFFER!

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$224Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bruce Linnehan • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Worcester - Park Ave.

Bought with Kim Kimball • Costello Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #71926534

Redfin Estimate

$686,649

$348K since sold in February 2016$8,000 since July

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Market trends in 01602, MA

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Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.3%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$482K

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

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Sale history for 168 Institute Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71926534

Feb 19, 2016

Sold

$339,000

$111/sq ft

Dec 21, 2015

Pending

—

Dec 19, 2015

Price Changed

$339,900

$111/sq ft

Nov 14, 2015

Price Changed

$349,900

$114/sq ft

Nov 1, 2015

Listed

$360,000

$117/sq ft

MLS PIN #70940423

Dec 14, 2009

Sold

$350,000

$114/sq ft

Oct 26, 2009

Contingent

—

Aug 24, 2009

Relisted

—

Jul 28, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 29, 2009

Listed

$370,000

$121/sq ft

BOM due to buyers financing. Beautiful bright sunny,garrison revival with wonderful mature perenial gardens.Beautiful hardwood floors,some dovetailed.1st floor laundry,great kitchen updated 3 yrs with 2 pantrys,slate roof,gorgeous detailed woodwork,built in bookcases, back to back fireplaces in 2 front rooms,lg rm off foyer on 2nd floor currently used as office,hrdwd under carpets in bdrms,deck,back yard with gardens,walk up attic and lots of storage. Front and back staircases.NOT A DRIVE BY

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,252 (+7.3%)

$103,300 + $402,400

$505,700

2022

$6,759 (+3.3%)

$82,700 + $361,700

$444,400

2021

$6,541 (+0.4%)

$66,100 + $335,700

$401,800

2020

$6,514 (−0.6%)

$66,100 + $317,100

$383,200

2019

$6,554 (+1.0%)

$59,600 + $304,500

$364,100

2018

$6,486 (+0.1%)

$59,600 + $283,400

$343,000

2017

$6,477 (+6.7%)

$59,600 + $277,400

$337,000

2016

$6,068 (+5.5%)

$43,900 + $250,500

$294,400

2014

$5,753 (+6.6%)

$43,900 + $250,500

$294,400

2013

$5,399 (+2.6%)

$48,300 + $242,300

$290,600

2012

$5,260 (−6.7%)

$48,300 + $261,500

$309,800

2011

$5,640 (+3.0%)

$78,900 + $272,300

$351,200

2010

$5,475 (+4.5%)

$74,200 + $287,200

$361,400

2009

$5,237

$82,900 + $305,000

$387,900

Tax history for 168 Institute Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,252 (+7.3%)

$103,300 + $402,400

$505,700

2022

$6,759 (+3.3%)

$82,700 + $361,700

$444,400

2021

$6,541 (+0.4%)

$66,100 + $335,700

$401,800

2020

$6,514 (−0.6%)

$66,100 + $317,100

$383,200

2019

$6,554 (+1.0%)

$59,600 + $304,500

$364,100

2018

$6,486 (+0.1%)

$59,600 + $283,400

$343,000

2017

$6,477 (+6.7%)

$59,600 + $277,400

$337,000

2016

$6,068 (+5.5%)

$43,900 + $250,500

$294,400

2014

$5,753 (+6.6%)

$43,900 + $250,500

$294,400

2013

$5,399 (+2.6%)

$48,300 + $242,300

$290,600

2012

$5,260 (−6.7%)

$48,300 + $261,500

$309,800

2011

$5,640 (+3.0%)

$78,900 + $272,300

$351,200

2010

$5,475 (+4.5%)

$74,200 + $287,200

$361,400

2009

$5,237

$82,900 + $305,000

$387,900

*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

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,287

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1782137

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Remodeled

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic, Other

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,066
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Lt. Green

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Corner Lot
ViewYN: Has View
View: City
Frontage Length: 225
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,909
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Salisbury to Beechmont to Institute or Park Ave to Institute
UnparsedAddress: 168 Institute Rd, Worcester MA 01602

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,287
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1782137

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Flagg Street School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Forest Grove Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

4/10

Doherty Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

4/10

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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 93° expected this year, 15 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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Worcester, MA • 01602

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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

$653,000 – $790,000

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Home values near 168 Institute Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
172 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2025 Sq. Ft.	$468,477
160 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1638 Sq. Ft.	$537,647

Address	Redfin Estimate
176 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2596 Sq. Ft.	$745,234
161 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2854 Sq. Ft.	$671,460

Address	Redfin Estimate
162 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1791 Sq. Ft.	$418,774
156 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 8 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4892 Sq. Ft.	$901,844

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