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Off Market Sep 2011 for $435K

$853,034

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5,719

sq ft

188 Institute Rd, Worcester, MA 01602

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HAMMOND HEIGHTS OFFERS THIS QUEEN ANNE STYLE HOME KNOWN AS THE JOHN RUSSELL HOUSE**THINK OF THE MANY POSSIBILITIES***COFFERED CEILINGS...OAK RAISED PANEL WALLS AND STAIRCASE...HARDWOODS... CROWN MOLDINGS...BUILT-INS...WINDOW SEATS...LEADED GLASS DOORS...DECORATIVE TILED FIREPLACES***12 ROOMS ON THE FIRST 2 LEVELS PLUS A 4 ROOM 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT ON THE 3RD***PERFECT FOR AN IN HOME OFFICE/BUSINESS JUST OFF PARK AVE***MANY RECENT UPDATES AND IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING HEAT...BATHS...ROOF!!!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$149Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Jeff Burk • RE/MAX Vision

Bought with Karen Landry • RE/MAX Vision

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•Source:MLS PIN #71237267

Redfin Estimate

$853,034

$418K since sold in September 2011$3,000 since July

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E
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F
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Market trends in 01602, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

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 188 Institute Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71237267

Sep 26, 2011

Sold

$435,000

$76/sq ft

Jul 30, 2011

Contingent

—

May 23, 2011

Listed

$384,500

$67/sq ft

MLS PIN #19040809

Oct 29, 1993

Sold

$168,000

$29/sq ft

Jan 23, 1993

Listed

$189,000

$33/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,028 (+6.7%)

$104,200 + $525,400

$629,600

2022

$8,461 (−4.8%)

$83,400 + $472,900

$556,300

2021

$8,884 (+6.7%)

$66,800 + $478,900

$545,700

2020

$8,325 (−0.5%)

$66,700 + $423,000

$489,700

2019

$8,366 (+1.1%)

$60,400 + $404,400

$464,800

2018

$8,273 (+0.8%)

$60,400 + $377,100

$437,500

2017

$8,211 (−6.7%)

$60,400 + $366,800

$427,200

2016

$8,803 (+5.5%)

$45,800 + $381,300

$427,100

2014

$8,346

$45,800 + $381,300

$427,100

2013

$71,600 + $219,900

$291,500

2012

$71,600 + $177,600

$249,200

2011

$112,600 + $287,000

$399,600

2010

$229,100 + $162,700

$391,800

2009

$110,500 + $325,100

$435,600

Tax history for 188 Institute Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,028 (+6.7%)

$104,200 + $525,400

$629,600

2022

$8,461 (−4.8%)

$83,400 + $472,900

$556,300

2021

$8,884 (+6.7%)

$66,800 + $478,900

$545,700

2020

$8,325 (−0.5%)

$66,700 + $423,000

$489,700

2019

$8,366 (+1.1%)

$60,400 + $404,400

$464,800

2018

$8,273 (+0.8%)

$60,400 + $377,100

$437,500

2017

$8,211 (−6.7%)

$60,400 + $366,800

$427,200

2016

$8,803 (+5.5%)

$45,800 + $381,300

$427,100

2014

$8,346

$45,800 + $381,300

$427,100

2013

$71,600 + $219,900

$291,500

2012

$71,600 + $177,600

$249,200

2011

$112,600 + $287,000

$399,600

2010

$229,100 + $162,700

$391,800

2009

$110,500 + $325,100

$435,600

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.55 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,739

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1782189

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: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 336
Length: 21
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 294
Length: 21
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa

Living Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 231
Length: 21
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X6
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 17
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Dining Area, Entrance Foyer, Study, Center Hall, Kitchen, Living/Dining Rm Combo

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,719
Foundation Area: 2,976
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Frontage Length: 200
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,293
Tax Year: 2011

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Steam, Oil, Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Salisbury to Beechmont, house is on the corner of Institute or Park Ave to Institute
UnparsedAddress: 188 Institute Road, Worcester MA 01602

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 7
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,739
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1782189

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: 3 Light Fixtures, Iron Gates
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools
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Transit

Flagg Street School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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, 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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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

$811,000 – $981,000

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Home values near 188 Institute Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
190 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 8 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4566 Sq. Ft.	$1,109,877
168 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3066 Sq. Ft.	$686,649

Address	Redfin Estimate
172 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2025 Sq. Ft.	$468,477
1 Howatson Way, Worcester, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2970 Sq. Ft.	$713,896

Address	Redfin Estimate
176 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2596 Sq. Ft.	$745,234
7 Beechmont Street, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1552 Sq. Ft.	$462,729

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