OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED/OFFER ACCEPTED. Great opportunity to own in Franklin. Solid 3 bed 2 1/2 ba Cape is waiting for its next owner to update! The home boasts HW floors, lots of natural light and generous closet/storage space throughout. It features a first floor primary bedroom with 2 closets and private full bath; eat in kitchen, perfect for casual meals; a large front to back living room with built-in bookcases, fireplace and slider leading you to the deck and wooded backyard. The large side entry mudroom and half bath complete the first floor. Upstairs you'll find two generously sized bedrooms each with its own WIC. There is also a 2nd full bath on 2nd flr. The walkout basement includes a finished bonus room giving you additional flex space. You'll also find 2 sheds in the backyard - one used for garden tools and the other for pool equipment. With some thoughtful updates, this property offers you the chance to create your dream home and build equity along the way.
Sold for $490,000
$490,000
161 Lincoln St, Franklin, MA 02038
3beds
1,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.48 Acres Lot
$657,800 Zestimate®
$302/sqft
$3,818 Estimated rent
Home value
$657,800
$618,000 - $704,000
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Listed by:
Christene Lyons 781-375-5424,
Conway - Walpole 508-359-8000
Bought with:
Jeffrey Harris
Noble Realty NE
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73278369
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
- Level: First
- Area: 325
- Dimensions: 25 x 13
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Wainscoting, Entry Hall, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,625
- Total interior livable area: 1,625 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Carport, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Has carport: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Pool - Inground, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:261 L:031,93362
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $302/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $491,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,790
- Date on market: 12/28/2025
- Listing terms: Contract,Estate Sale
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2024 | Sold | $490,000-4.9%$302/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Contingent | $515,000$317/sqft |
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| 8/26/2024 | Price change | $515,000-4.6%$317/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $540,000+233.3%$332/sqft |
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| 9/27/1995 | Sold | $162,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,044 +4.4% | $520,100 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $5,790 +1.5% | $491,100 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $5,704 +4.7% | $453,400 +16.9% |
| 2022 | $5,450 +7.7% | $387,900 +12.3% |
| 2021 | $5,060 -1.7% | $345,400 -2.6% |
| 2020 | $5,148 +5.3% | $354,800 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $4,891 +0.8% | $333,600 +0.7% |
| 2018 | $4,854 +6% | $331,300 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $4,578 +0.9% | $314,000 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $4,539 +5.8% | $313,000 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $4,289 +6.5% | $289,000 +3.7% |
| 2014 | $4,027 +7.2% | $278,700 +6.4% |
| 2013 | $3,757 +4.6% | $262,000 +0.2% |
| 2012 | $3,592 +3.4% | $261,600 -2.5% |
| 2011 | $3,473 +3.1% | $268,200 -4.2% |
| 2010 | $3,368 +1.5% | $280,000 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $3,319 +1.9% | $297,100 -6.7% |
| 2008 | $3,256 +7.4% | $318,300 -7% |
| 2007 | $3,031 +4.7% | $342,100 +6.6% |
| 2006 | $2,895 +9.4% | $321,000 +11.2% |
| 2005 | $2,646 -4.9% | $288,600 +14.5% |
| 2004 | $2,782 +0.6% | $252,000 +0.9% |
| 2003 | $2,765 +18.4% | $249,800 +37.2% |
| 2001 | $2,335 +1.2% | $182,100 +12.1% |
| 1997 | $2,308 | $162,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02038
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oak Street Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Horace Mann Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak Street
- Middle: Horace Mann
- High: Franklin
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Franklin
- 02038
- 161 Lincoln St
