Set behind a stately pillared entrance, this character-filled 1920 Cape showcases over 20 years of thoughtful updates. A spacious foyer welcomes you inside where HW floors flow throughout the sun-drenched LR featuring beautiful original woodwork, French doors & fireplace. The formal DR opens to a covered side patio & gravel fire pit area—perfect for entertaining & connects to a desirable butler’s pantry. The remodeled Kitchen shines w/ gray shaker cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, SS appliances & mudroom access. Two 1st floor BRs & a full BA complete the main level. Upstairs find 2 spacious BRs, a full BA & dormered sitting area. Enjoy abundant closet space, 1100+ sq. ft. of basement storage w/ 2 bonus rms, a detached garage & shed. Major updates include newer windows & doors (2018), most appliances within 5 years, gutters & 2024 water heater. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks & only 1 mi from Rt 2.
Pending
$499,000
262 Chestnut St, Gardner, MA 01440
4beds
2,531sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.28 Acres Lot
$499,500 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageBeautiful original woodworkCovered side patioRemodeled kitchenStately pillared entranceGravel fire pit areaSpacious foyer
- 54 days |
- 94 |
- 1 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Blood Team 978-433-8800,
Keller Williams Realty - Merrimack 978-433-8800,
Michael Blood 978-433-8800
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73540168
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Other
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,531
- Total interior livable area: 2,531 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,531
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0R22 B:0008 L:0024,3537632
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gardner
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,011
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
Estimated market value
$499,500
$475,000 - $524,000
$2,754/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Pending sale | $499,000$197/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73540168 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Contingent | $499,000$197/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73540168 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+119.8%$197/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73540168 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2016 | Sold | $227,000+0.9%$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $224,900+17.7%$89/sqft |
Source: Lamacchia Realty, Inc. #72028855 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2009 | Sold | $191,000-4.5%$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $199,900$79/sqft |
Source: Richard Healey #70931883 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,051 -4.2% | $421,400 +0% |
| 2024 | $6,315 +8.4% | $421,300 +16.7% |
| 2023 | $5,823 +1% | $361,000 +16.3% |
| 2022 | $5,768 +2.3% | $310,300 +10.3% |
| 2021 | $5,637 +1.5% | $281,300 |
| 2020 | $5,553 +4.8% | $281,300 +6.9% |
| 2019 | $5,299 +6.9% | $263,100 +7.6% |
| 2018 | $4,958 +25.1% | $244,600 +26.4% |
| 2017 | $3,963 +6% | $193,500 +6% |
| 2016 | $3,738 +5.7% | $182,600 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $3,536 +4.2% | $177,000 -1.6% |
| 2014 | $3,393 +1.9% | $179,800 -5.8% |
| 2013 | $3,331 +9.1% | $190,800 +4.2% |
| 2012 | $3,052 -2.2% | $183,100 -8.1% |
| 2011 | $3,121 +2.1% | $199,200 -3.2% |
| 2010 | $3,057 +1% | $205,700 -11.1% |
| 2009 | $3,026 -0.8% | $231,500 -8.1% |
| 2008 | $3,051 +0.4% | $251,900 -3.5% |
| 2007 | $3,039 +2.4% | $261,100 +8.3% |
| 2006 | $2,969 +5.6% | $241,200 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $2,812 -4.7% | $223,700 +38.1% |
| 2004 | $2,950 +2.8% | $162,000 |
| 2003 | $2,871 +3.6% | $162,000 |
| 2002 | $2,772 +14.1% | $162,000 +28% |
| 2000 | $2,429 | $126,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01440
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Gardner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Gardner High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Gardner Middle SchoolGrades: 5-7Distance: 1 mi
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