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About this home
Totally renovated 3 BR / 1 BA ranch on Worcester’s East Side, tucked on a private road. Move-in ready with modern finishes throughout: new kitchen with white cabinets, quartz counters & stainless-steel appliances; large dining area with hardwood floors & oversized picture window; living room with new windows and flooring; brand-new full bath with tile flooring and modern cabinetry with french-gold accents. All three bedrooms feature hardwood floors. Freshly painted exterior with private front & rear yards and abundant natural sunlight. Major systems replaced: new water & sewer lines from the street, new electrical service & panel, updated plumbing, new windows & doors, new washer/dryer, appliances, light fixtures and all freshly painted. Ideal for first-time buyers or downsizes. Minutes to the Mass Pike and all major routes. Showings by appointment. Open House 5/28 5pm-7pm. 5/30 & 5/31 12pm-2pm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$353Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Nicholas Maruca• Castinetti Realty Group
Grafton Hill, located between Downtown Worcester and Lake Quinsigamond, is a residential and hillside Worcester neighborhood with a streetcar-era housing stock and broad city views. The character concentrates around the Grafton Street corridor near Franklin Street, where corner markets, takeout counters, and everyday storefronts set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Triple-deckers and compact single-families line sloping blocks, with quick shifts from dense streets to pocket-green edges. Nearby, Mechanics Hall anchors the city’s cultural calendar, while the Worcester Art Museum adds gallery-going to a casual weeknight. Green Hill Park and the East-West Trail bring long walks and skyline overlooks into the routine.
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Offer insights
5 Phoenix St · $429,000
$429K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $429K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
114 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.0%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Internet available (DSL)
Wood and tile flooring
Crawl space basement
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Total of 5 rooms (bedroom count not separately specified)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Master bathroom present
Kitchen
Range
Microwave
ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerator
ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher
Laundry & utility
ENERGY STAR qualified washer
ENERGY STAR qualified dryer
Gas water heater
Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Window unit(s) for cooling
Has heating and cooling
Exterior features
Level lot
Private road frontage
Shingle roof
Yard and landscaping details not specified
Home design
Single family residence
Blue exterior color
Above-grade finished area approximately 1,215 (unit omitted per instructions)
No accessory dwelling unit
Parking
Off-street parking
Driveway
Open parking available for 6 vehicles (6 parking spaces total)
Security
No specific security features listed
Construction
Conventional 2x4/2x6 construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Built year from public records (actual year not provided)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Community access to public transportation, shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, medical facility, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, highway access, private and public schools, and a T-Station
Financial info
Tax amount and year available (financial specifics excluded per instructions)
Other
Listing status: Active
Electricity and solar
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Open House canceled. No showings till further notice. Charming Ranch-Style Home- Welcome to this cozy and well-maintained 2–3 bedroom, 1 full bath ranch, nestled just off Commonwealth Avenue. Ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a warm and inviting place to call home. Inside, you'll find a thoughtful layout featuring an expanded living room addition with large windows that fill the space with natural light, and a beautiful fireplace that brings both charm and comfort. The flexible third bedroom offers versatility—perfect for a guest room, home office, or playroom.Enjoy the ease of single-level living, complemented by the serenity of a low-traffic street—ideal for quiet evenings. The well-maintained yard offers a lovely outdoor space to relax or entertain. Plus, you’re just minutes from parks, schools, shopping, and major routes for easy commuting.
Public Records
May 20, 1993
Sold
$4,000
$3/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,832 (+13.4%)
$103,400 + $163,800
$267,200
2022
$3,380 (+5.3%)
$82,700 + $139,500
$222,200
2021
$3,209 (+3.3%)
$66,200 + $130,900
$197,100
2020
$3,106 (+6.2%)
$66,200 + $116,500
$182,700
2019
$2,925 (+2.4%)
$59,700 + $102,800
$162,500
2018
$2,857 (−0.5%)
$59,700 + $91,400
$151,100
2017
$2,870 (+4.5%)
$59,700 + $89,600
$149,300
2016
$2,747 (+5.5%)
$44,300 + $89,000
$133,300
2014
$2,605 (+4.2%)
$44,300 + $89,000
$133,300
2013
$2,501 (+5.4%)
$48,700 + $85,900
$134,600
2012
$2,372 (+0.9%)
$48,700 + $91,000
$139,700
2011
$2,351 (+3.3%)
$75,300 + $71,100
$146,400
2010
$2,276 (−2.2%)
$71,100 + $79,100
$150,200
2009
$2,327
$76,100 + $96,300
$172,400
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,215
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,215
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
1796638
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 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 94° 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
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Worcester. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5 Phoenix St
$422,704
$6,296 under list price of $429K
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