Under contract

$375,000

17 Shirley Rd, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

1beds

720sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1954

0.41 Acres Lot

$388,600 Zestimate^®

$521/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Lakefront opportunityPaved drivewayNearly half-acre corner lot

Priced way below assessed value! Move in Ready ! Rare Shrewsbury lakefront opportunity! This 1BR/1BA cottage sits on a nearly half-acre corner lot on a quiet section of Lake Quinsigamond, offering water access to the main lake under the bridge. Perfect for investors, builders, or buyers looking to create a custom waterfront retreat, the home features a walk-up attic with potential for a second-story expansion (buyer to verify). The property includes a 1-car garage, paved driveway, and town water/sewer. Enjoy living in a premier recreational hub in Central MA, close to a state park with rowing, water sports, public swimming, and walking trails. It also serves as an excellent rental asset for savvy investors due to its close proximity to the UMASS Medical campus. Bring your vision to renovate, expand, or rebuild and gain instant equity in a highly sought-after location. Open House Thursday June 4, 2026. Send your buyer's ! No special financing needed

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: Basement

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: Basement

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Baseboard, Oil

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Basement: Partially Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 720
Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Finished area above ground: 720
Finished area below ground: 300

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 4

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Lake
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Lake,Water
Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Access, Lake/Pond, Beach Ownership(Other (See Remarks))

Lot

Size: 0.41 Acres
Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping

Details

Parcel number: M:0019 B:106000 L:0000,1674664
Zoning: RUB

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Shrewsbury

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $521/sqft
Tax assessed value: $542,600
Annual tax amount: $6,240
Date on market: 6/3/2026

Estimated market value

$388,600

$369,000 - $408,000

$2,492/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/10/2026	Contingent	$375,000$521/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73528778 Report a problem
6/3/2026	Listed for sale	$375,000$521/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73528778 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,555 +3.7%	$378,300 +6.6%
2024	$4,394 -1.7%	$354,900 +4.1%
2023	$4,471 +13.1%	$340,800 +21.6%
2022	$3,954 +14.3%	$280,200 +6.9%
2021	$3,458 +7.6%	$262,200 +1.7%
2020	$3,214 +1.6%	$257,700 +2.4%
2019	$3,164 +4.5%	$251,700 +5.2%
2018	$3,028 +5.6%	$239,200 +7%
2017	$2,868 +7.7%	$223,500 +9.1%
2016	$2,664	$204,900

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