OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2025 for $450K

$508,133

•

1,597

sq ft

18 Balder Rd, Worcester, MA 01605

About this home

Welcome home to a place that feels like stepping back in time—where vintage charm meets modern comfort. This beautifully preserved 4-bedroom home near the Worcester/Holden line sits on a quiet, tree-lined street, just steps from Nelson Place Elementary, Forest Grove Middle, and Assumption University. Inside, original wood trim, hardwood floors (currently under carpet), and period details showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The flexible floor plan allows for bedrooms, offices, or guest space to suit your needs. A modern kitchen blends seamlessly with the home's classic style. The spacious yard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, pets, or playtime. Tucked in a peaceful neighborhood yet close to Worcester's hospitals, universities, shops, and restaurants, this home offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy nearby lakes and outdoor recreation just minutes away. Come experience this hidden gem—an oasis that feels like a country escape, right in the heart of the city.

Single-familyProperty Type

1923Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$318Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Sable Homes Metro-West Team • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Paul O'Rourke • The O'Rourke Group Real Estate Professionals

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•Source:MLS PIN #73394107

Redfin Estimate

$508,133

$58K since sold in August 2025$4,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 1.9% higher than the average sale price ($499K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$465,000
A
4 beds1.5 baths1,490 sq ft
11 Balder Rd, Worcester, MA 01605
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$429,900
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,386 sq ft
4 Drummond Ave, Worcester, MA 01605
SOLD BY REDFIN MAY 22, 2026
$530,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,653 sq ft
10 Neptune Rd, Worcester, MA 01605
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$510,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,658 sq ft
14 Balder Rd, Worcester, MA 01605
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$462,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,370 sq ft
33 Hapgood Rd, Worcester, MA 01605
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$595,000
F
4 beds1.5 baths1,910 sq ft
1 Kenilworth Rd, Worcester, MA 01602

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Market trends in 01605, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$480K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

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OPEN SAT, 1:30PM TO 3PM
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OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 12PM
$405,000
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Sale history for 18 Balder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,242 (+9.3%)

$106,400 + $189,400

$295,800

2022

$3,880 (+3.4%)

$85,100 + $170,000

$255,100

2021

$3,753 (+4.6%)

$68,100 + $162,400

$230,500

2020

$3,587 (+1.9%)

$68,000 + $143,000

$211,000

2019

$3,519

$65,500 + $130,000

$195,500

2018

$3,521 (+4.0%)

$65,500 + $120,700

$186,200

2017

$3,387 (−0.6%)

$65,500 + $110,700

$176,200

2016

$3,407 (+5.5%)

$53,600 + $111,700

$165,300

2014

$3,230 (+3.6%)

$53,600 + $111,700

$165,300

2013

$3,118 (+5.8%)

$55,400 + $112,400

$167,800

2012

$2,948 (−6.4%)

$55,400 + $118,200

$173,600

2011

$3,148 (+4.1%)

$92,900 + $103,100

$196,000

2010

$3,025

$93,900 + $105,800

$199,700

2009

$3,025

$82,600 + $141,500

$224,100

Tax history for 18 Balder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,242 (+9.3%)

$106,400 + $189,400

$295,800

2022

$3,880 (+3.4%)

$85,100 + $170,000

$255,100

2021

$3,753 (+4.6%)

$68,100 + $162,400

$230,500

2020

$3,587 (+1.9%)

$68,000 + $143,000

$211,000

2019

$3,519

$65,500 + $130,000

$195,500

2018

$3,521 (+4.0%)

$65,500 + $120,700

$186,200

2017

$3,387 (−0.6%)

$65,500 + $110,700

$176,200

2016

$3,407 (+5.5%)

$53,600 + $111,700

$165,300

2014

$3,230 (+3.6%)

$53,600 + $111,700

$165,300

2013

$3,118 (+5.8%)

$55,400 + $112,400

$167,800

2012

$2,948 (−6.4%)

$55,400 + $118,200

$173,600

2011

$3,148 (+4.1%)

$92,900 + $103,100

$196,000

2010

$3,025

$93,900 + $105,800

$199,700

2009

$3,025

$82,600 + $141,500

$224,100

*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.

1,504

Year built

1923

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1783145

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 209
Length: 19
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 42
Length: 7
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,597
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,620
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Location

Location Information
Directions: Follow GPS to Balder Road
UnparsedAddress: 18 Balder Road, Worcester MA 01605

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,504
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1783145

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Property.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Nelson Place School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

Forest Grove Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

4/10

Doherty Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

4/10

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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

6 days above 93° expected this year, 14 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 • 01605

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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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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$483,000 – $585,000

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Home values near 18 Balder Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1732 Sq. Ft.	$446,368
20 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 975 Sq. Ft.	$418,421

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2016 Sq. Ft.	$533,888
4 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2434 Sq. Ft.	$581,637

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1658 Sq. Ft.	$583,804
17 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1181 Sq. Ft.	$447,013

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