Opportunity is knocking! ANR (Approval Not Required) Plan on hand for this prime location at Vernon Hill! With an approved permit, you can start right away to build a beautiful three-unit condo on this 5505 sqft corner lot. The current design has three identical townhouse units of 1629 sqft each with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and a two-car garage. Other designs such as a three-deck complex can also be an option. With its proximity to major highways (I-290, Rt.146 and the Mass Pike) and less than 2 miles to the Union Station, this is a fantastic location for commuters. Other attributes making the lot attractive include parks and fields in the neighborhood, various nearby shops and restaurants, etc. offering convenient living. Besides, the College of Holy Cross is 1.5 miles away. All these make this a rare investment opportunity. Seize it before it gets snapped up by other savvy investors!
Vernon Hill, located between Kelley Square and Clark University, is a historic and residential Worcester neighborhood with brick triple-deckers and hilltop views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Kelley Square rotary and Green Street, where corner markets, longtime eateries, and auto shops set a working-city rhythm. Architectural texture runs from late-19th-century multifamilies to sturdy industrial-era blocks edging the Canal District. Crompton Park adds a green pause above the street grid, while nearby arts and campus energy spill in from Clark. New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill sits just beyond the neighborhood’s orbit for a weekend reset.
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Property details
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Interior features
Public transportation, shopping, walk/jog trails, medical facility, highway access, private and public schools, and a university nearby
Exterior features
Corner lot
Home design
Residential property
Utilities
Gas available on-site and at the street
Electric available on-site and at the street
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Not a senior community
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Discover the potential of this 5,505 sqft corner lot in a prime location with approved building permits to build three lucrative condos. This rare find presents a fantastic investment prospect. Each condo offers approximately 1,600 sqft of modern living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, ensuring both convenience and comfort. While the interior layout is thoughtfully designed for modern living, the true value of this property lies in its investment potential. With the groundwork in place, you have the opportunity to capitalize and maximize your returns.Additionally, the development includes community amenities such as a swimming pool area with a BBQ space and two guest parking spaces, making it an even more enticing prospect. This project is ready to become a rewarding addition to your investment portfolio. Don't miss out on the chance to turn this promising vision into a profitable reality!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$532 (+17.7%)
$37,100
2022
$452 (+16.8%)
$29,700
2021
$387 (−3.5%)
$23,800
2020
$401 (+8.1%)
$23,600
2019
$371 (−4.9%)
$20,600
2018
$390 (−1.5%)
$20,600
2017
$396 (+28.2%)
$20,600
2016
$309
$15,000
Public record
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Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Worcester County
APN
1771708
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Last updated by owner on Mar 6, 2023.
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 • 01607
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 26 Maxwell St
$201,283
$19K under list price of $220K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $303K to $425K.