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Off Market Sep 2024 for $435K

$478,294

•

1,554

sq ft

79 Tower St, Worcester, MA 01606

About this home

Welcome to this charming, sunlit bungalow that seamlessly blends timeless character with modern updates. Well-maintained throughout the years keeping the character and custom finishes while adding the convenience and energy efficiency for today! Unique features include Hardwood flooring throughout, Fireplace, French doors, High Ceilings, and Custom China Cabinet in the Dining Room. Recent updates(2021) include most appliances, hot water heater, and furnace. First Floor features an oversized Living Room w/a cozy fireplace insert, Dining Room w/ plenty of space to entertain, updated Kitchen, and mudroom. Small room off of the kitchen is perfect for a home office, playroom or craft space. So many windows you will love the natural light! 3 bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor .Lots of storage incl a cedar closet, linen closet, and walk-in closet. Basement for storage w/ interior/ext access, laundry, plus 1/4bath. 2 Car Garage, Flat backyard. All in a Dream Commuter Location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1926Year Built

7,125 sq ftLot Size

$308Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Reilly • ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester

Bought with Steven Ferrelli • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73266362

Redfin Estimate

$478,294

$43K since sold in September 2024$4,000 since August

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B
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C
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D
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$390,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,052 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$429,900
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,386 sq ft
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Market trends in 01606, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.5%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$460K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 79 Tower St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73266362

Sep 19, 2024

Sold

$435,000

$280/sq ft

Jul 18, 2024

Listed

$425,000

$273/sq ft

MLS PIN #71249700

Aug 25, 2011

Sold

$183,000

$118/sq ft

Jun 22, 2011

Contingent

—

Jun 16, 2011

Listed

$200,000

$129/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,428 (+9.0%)

$102,200 + $206,600

$308,800

2022

$4,064 (+5.8%)

$81,800 + $185,400

$267,200

2021

$3,840 (+2.1%)

$65,400 + $170,500

$235,900

2020

$3,760 (+1.4%)

$65,400 + $155,800

$221,200

2019

$3,708 (−0.5%)

$58,800 + $147,200

$206,000

2018

$3,727 (+4.1%)

$58,800 + $138,300

$197,100

2017

$3,581 (+2.0%)

$58,800 + $127,500

$186,300

2016

$3,512 (+5.5%)

$42,800 + $127,600

$170,400

2014

$3,330 (+13.5%)

$42,800 + $127,600

$170,400

2013

$2,934 (−15.1%)

$47,000 + $110,900

$157,900

2012

$3,455 (+15.3%)

$47,000 + $156,500

$203,500

2011

$2,997 (+12.9%)

$70,200 + $116,400

$186,600

2010

$2,654 (−1.1%)

$62,600 + $112,600

$175,200

2009

$2,684

$58,500 + $140,300

$198,800

Tax history for 79 Tower St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,428 (+9.0%)

$102,200 + $206,600

$308,800

2022

$4,064 (+5.8%)

$81,800 + $185,400

$267,200

2021

$3,840 (+2.1%)

$65,400 + $170,500

$235,900

2020

$3,760 (+1.4%)

$65,400 + $155,800

$221,200

2019

$3,708 (−0.5%)

$58,800 + $147,200

$206,000

2018

$3,727 (+4.1%)

$58,800 + $138,300

$197,100

2017

$3,581 (+2.0%)

$58,800 + $127,500

$186,300

2016

$3,512 (+5.5%)

$42,800 + $127,600

$170,400

2014

$3,330 (+13.5%)

$42,800 + $127,600

$170,400

2013

$2,934 (−15.1%)

$47,000 + $110,900

$157,900

2012

$3,455 (+15.3%)

$47,000 + $156,500

$203,500

2011

$2,997 (+12.9%)

$70,200 + $116,400

$186,600

2010

$2,654 (−1.1%)

$62,600 + $112,600

$175,200

2009

$2,684

$58,500 + $140,300

$198,800

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,970 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,411

Year built

1926

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Worcester County

APN

1775220

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 9
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 32
Length: 4
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 5
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Living Room Information
Area: 315
Length: 15
Width: 21
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Exterior Access,Remodeled

Office Room Information
Area: 56
Length: 7
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Home Office, Mud Room, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,554
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Whte

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,620
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: West Boylston St to Boardman, left on Hastings, right on Tower.
UnparsedAddress: 79 Tower Street, Worcester MA 01606

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,411
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1775220

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Seller Personal Property
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Francis J McGrath Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

5/10

Forest Grove Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

4/10

Burncoat Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

2/10

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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

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

Worcester, MA • 01606

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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

$455,000 – $551,000

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Home values near 79 Tower St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
91 Tower St, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$485,863
75 Tower St, Worcester, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1968 Sq. Ft.	$470,929

Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Tower St, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1239 Sq. Ft.	$401,218
67 Tower St, Worcester, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2344 Sq. Ft.	$641,647

Address	Redfin Estimate
83 Tower St, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1271 Sq. Ft.	$408,024
70 Tower St, Worcester, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$462,227

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