Open house has been cancelled l. Highest and best offers due May 29th by 1 PM. Classic center-entrance Colonial in Worcester's desirable West Side neighborhood, offers timeless charm, flexible living space and pride of ownership throughout. Featuring hardwood floors, a handsome fireplace, bright sun porch, walk-up attic, and partially finished lower level, 1.5 bathroom. The kitchen and baths have been tastefully refreshed over the years while maintaining the home’s original charm. Major improvements include replacement windows, roof, insulation and chimney. Exterior highlights include an attached one-car garage, fenced yard, patio, storage shed, and maintenance-friendly composite deck with white vinyl railings. Excellent natural sunlight fills the home throughout the day. Conveniently near Worcester State University, May St. grammar school and other parks, shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes. A special opportunity to own a truly well-kept home.
Pending
$439,900
251 May St, Worcester, MA 01602
3beds
1,630sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,200 Square Feet Lot
$461,800 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Handsome fireplaceReplacement windowsAttached one-car garageStorage shedHardwood floorsPartially finished lower levelBright sun porch
- 34 days |
- 224 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Karam 508-735-8074,
Next Move Realty 508-735-8074,
David Karam 508-735-8074
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73523691
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Center Hall, Mud Room, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,630
- Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,470
- Finished area below ground: 160
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,200 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: M:48 B:012 L:00004,1803391
- Zoning: RS-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: West Side
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Worcester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $359,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,739
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$461,800
$439,000 - $485,000
$2,855/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/31/2026 | Pending sale | $439,900$270/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73523691 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,900+109.5%$270/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73523691 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2003 | Sold | $210,000+100%$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/1993 | Sold | $105,000$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,739 +1.6% | $359,300 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $4,664 +4.5% | $339,200 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $4,465 +8.9% | $311,400 +15.5% |
| 2022 | $4,101 +4.3% | $269,600 +11.6% |
| 2021 | $3,932 +2.7% | $241,500 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $3,830 +3.9% | $225,300 +10% |
| 2019 | $3,686 +0.3% | $204,800 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $3,676 +3.5% | $194,400 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $3,550 +2.3% | $184,700 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $3,471 +2.7% | $168,400 |
| 2015 | $3,380 +2.7% | $168,400 |
| 2014 | $3,291 +7% | $168,400 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $3,075 +3.4% | $165,500 -5.5% |
| 2012 | $2,975 +5.9% | $175,200 -5.5% |
| 2010 | $2,809 +0.5% | $185,400 -10.4% |
| 2009 | $2,795 -3.6% | $207,000 -10.4% |
| 2008 | $2,898 +2.9% | $231,100 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $2,817 +3.6% | $232,800 +7.3% |
| 2006 | $2,718 +2.3% | $216,900 +7.5% |
| 2005 | $2,658 +7.9% | $201,700 +20.8% |
| 2004 | $2,463 +4.5% | $167,000 +14.5% |
| 2003 | $2,358 +7.7% | $145,900 +18.9% |
| 2002 | $2,190 +16.9% | $122,700 +21% |
| 2000 | $1,873 +11.5% | $101,400 +12.7% |
| 1997 | $1,680 | $90,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 01602
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10May Street SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10University Pk Campus SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Doherty Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: May Street School
- Middle: Forest Grove
- High: Doherty High
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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