OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2018 for $255K

$568,301

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $496/mo

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2,144

sq ft

17 Congress St, Worcester, MA 01609

About this home

NEW PRICE!! Unique and beautiful two family home in the historic Crown Hill District. Convenient location to downtown, schools and more. Home sits on a double lot with stunning grounds, & gardens galore. Private off street parking area. Elegant living in a wonderful neighborhood! Pride of ownership is evident throughout. Tastefully updated combining period charm with modern conveniences. The home was moved from 2 Pleasant St in1986 and sits on a poured concrete foundation with high ceilings. An inviting mahogany front porch welcomes you. Where do you find such a beautiful historic two family home with picture perfect gardens in the downtown area? Walk in closets, pocket doors, built ins, plenty of storage in every room. Features include marble mantels, original hardware, hand stencils, updated electric, newer plumbing, 2 Weil McClain furnaces. New exterior paint in 2015. Priced to sell! Great first floor tenants lease expires this December, but they'd be happy to stay.

Multi-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$265Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Deena Kelly • RE/MAX Vision

Bought with Jane Murphy • RE/MAX Results Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72268460

Redfin Estimate

$568,301

$313K since sold in February 2018$2,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 3.3% higher than the average sale price ($550K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$565,000
A
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SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$675,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,790 sq ft
15 Haviland St, Worcester, MA 01602
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$600,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,016 sq ft
22 Mabelle St, Worcester, MA 01602
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$625,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths1,980 sq ft
182 Park Ave, Worcester, MA 01609
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$335,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,967 sq ft
51 Kingsbury St, Worcester, MA 01610
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$499,900
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,148 sq ft
4 Trowbridge Rd, Worcester, MA 01609

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Market trends in 01609, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.6%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$617K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 17 Congress St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,132 (+2.1%)

$51,600 + $306,300

$357,900

2022

$5,025 (+20.3%)

$41,300 + $289,100

$330,400

2021

$4,177 (+8.1%)

$33,100 + $223,500

$256,600

2020

$3,864 (+13.5%)

$33,100 + $194,200

$227,300

2019

$3,404 (+2.9%)

$31,600 + $157,500

$189,100

2018

$3,309 (+6.3%)

$31,600 + $143,400

$175,000

2017

$3,112 (+1.1%)

$31,600 + $130,300

$161,900

2016

$3,077 (+5.5%)

$21,900 + $127,400

$149,300

2014

$2,917 (+1.0%)

$21,900 + $127,400

$149,300

2013

$2,887 (+6.7%)

$33,700 + $121,700

$155,400

2012

$2,705 (−16.0%)

$36,200 + $123,100

$159,300

2011

$3,220 (+1.3%)

$61,800 + $138,700

$200,500

2010

$3,178 (+2.1%)

$56,100 + $153,700

$209,800

2009

$3,114

$72,700 + $158,000

$230,700

Tax history for 17 Congress St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,132 (+2.1%)

$51,600 + $306,300

$357,900

2022

$5,025 (+20.3%)

$41,300 + $289,100

$330,400

2021

$4,177 (+8.1%)

$33,100 + $223,500

$256,600

2020

$3,864 (+13.5%)

$33,100 + $194,200

$227,300

2019

$3,404 (+2.9%)

$31,600 + $157,500

$189,100

2018

$3,309 (+6.3%)

$31,600 + $143,400

$175,000

2017

$3,112 (+1.1%)

$31,600 + $130,300

$161,900

2016

$3,077 (+5.5%)

$21,900 + $127,400

$149,300

2014

$2,917 (+1.0%)

$21,900 + $127,400

$149,300

2013

$2,887 (+6.7%)

$33,700 + $121,700

$155,400

2012

$2,705 (−16.0%)

$36,200 + $123,100

$159,300

2011

$3,220 (+1.3%)

$61,800 + $138,700

$200,500

2010

$3,178 (+2.1%)

$56,100 + $153,700

$209,800

2009

$3,114

$72,700 + $158,000

$230,700

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,069

Year built

1890

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Worcester County

APN

1764050

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: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Common

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood
Interior Features: Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Pantry, Lead Certification Available, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,144
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Certified Historic

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Varies per Unit, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,112
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Units: 2
Cooling Units: 0

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Pleasant to Crown, right on Congress.
UnparsedAddress: 17 Congress St, Worcester MA 01609

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,069
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1764050

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer, Freezer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Jacob Hiatt Magnet School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

University Pk Campus School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

4/10

Doherty Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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, 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

Worcester, MA • 01609

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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

$540,000 – $654,000

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Home values near 17 Congress St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8-10 Congress Street Unit 7, Worcester, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 970 Sq. Ft.	$242,136
13 Congress Street, Worcester, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1818 Sq. Ft.	$326,308

Address	Redfin Estimate
8-10 Congress Street Unit 5, Worcester, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 924 Sq. Ft.	$250,192
14 Congress Street, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$358,051

Address	Redfin Estimate
12 Congress Street, Worcester, MA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2114 Sq. Ft.	$466,119
16 Congress Street, Worcester, MA 10 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5384 Sq. Ft.	—

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