Welcome to the Calvin Gay House, 1892 Queen Anne style Victorian cottage. The entry hall leads to a charming sitting area to your right, a spacious living room with a stunning fireplace to your left, and a cozy dining area with a gas fireplace straight ahead. Abutting the dining area, a recently updated kitchen featuring an oversized quartz island countertop, new appliances & eat in space. Upstairs, the primary bedroom boasts a wood-burning fireplace and walk-in closet, accompanied by three large bedrooms and a full bath surrounding the second-floor foyer. The top level offers a fifth bedroom, a bonus office space, and a recently updated full bath. The walk-out basement is partially heated, but unfinished. Outside, enjoy two covered porch entries and a carriage house for extra storage. With gleaming hardwoods, gorgeous varnished moulding, five stained-glass windows, & rich history, this home perfectly blends classic elegance with modern convenience. See attachments for updates/history.
Sold for $655,000
$655,000
26 Germain St, Worcester, MA 01602
5beds
3,137sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
8,262 Square Feet Lot
$681,000 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$3,463 Estimated rent
Home value
$681,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceStunning fireplaceBonus office spaceCovered porch entriesCozy dining areaGorgeous varnished mouldingRecently updated kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steven Celularo 774-437-1478,
A & E Realty Company, Inc. 508-835-1190
Bought with:
Melissa Ellison
Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73340275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Third
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Extra Flue
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Decorative Molding, Sitting Room, Office, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Windows: Stained Glass
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,137
- Total interior livable area: 3,137 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,137
- Finished area below ground: 1,274
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,262 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
Details
- Foundation area: 1274
- Parcel number: 1773013
- Zoning: RS-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, University
- Subdivision: Hammond Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Worcester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $564,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,065
- Date on market: 11/20/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Furniture. Pianos.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2025 | Sold | $655,000-9%$209/sqft |
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| 4/25/2025 | Contingent | $719,900$229/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Price change | $719,900-0.7%$229/sqft |
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| 4/6/2025 | Price change | $724,900-3.3%$231/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,900$239/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73340275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Contingent | $749,900$239/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73340275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2025 | Price change | $749,900-3.2%$239/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73340275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000+249.1%$247/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73340275 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/1998 | Sold | $222,000+22%$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/1992 | Sold | $182,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,446 +5.4% | $564,500 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $7,065 +3.2% | $513,800 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $6,849 +7.1% | $477,600 +13.6% |
| 2022 | $6,393 +1.7% | $420,300 +8.8% |
| 2021 | $6,287 +2.6% | $386,200 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $6,129 -0.4% | $360,500 +5.5% |
| 2019 | $6,152 +0.7% | $341,800 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $6,110 +0.8% | $323,100 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $6,060 -2.5% | $315,300 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $6,216 +2.7% | $301,600 |
| 2015 | $6,053 +2.9% | $301,600 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $5,885 +3.2% | $301,200 -1.9% |
| 2013 | $5,704 +5% | $307,000 -4% |
| 2012 | $5,430 +4.5% | $319,800 -6.8% |
| 2010 | $5,198 +8.4% | $343,100 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $4,797 -4.7% | $355,300 -11.5% |
| 2008 | $5,034 -2.9% | $401,400 -6.3% |
| 2007 | $5,185 +1.8% | $428,500 +5.4% |
| 2006 | $5,093 +0.5% | $406,500 +5.7% |
| 2005 | $5,069 +0.6% | $384,600 +12.6% |
| 2004 | $5,039 +1.1% | $341,600 +10.7% |
| 2003 | $4,985 +10% | $308,500 +21.5% |
| 2002 | $4,532 +27.5% | $253,900 +31.9% |
| 2000 | $3,555 +37.6% | $192,500 +39.1% |
| 1997 | $2,584 | $138,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01602
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Midland Street SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Forest Grove Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Doherty Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Doherty
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
- Worcester County
- Worcester
- 01602
- 26 Germain St
