Spacious and updated, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of function and flexibility. The expansive kitchen features stainless steel appliances and abundant counter space. The main level features a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional living space, along with the convenience of first-floor laundry. Renovations circa 2020 included both cosmetics and major systems, the home offers modern updates while maintaining a comfortable and inviting feel. A great opportunity for buyers seeking space, practicality, and turn key at a great price!
Pending
Price cut: $10K (5/27)
$289,900
279 S Main St, Athol, MA 01331
3beds
1,636sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
7,239 Square Feet Lot
$289,400 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesFirst-floor laundryAbundant counter spaceComfortable and inviting feelStainless steel appliancesExpansive kitchen
- 54 days |
- 858 |
- 69 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alycia Murphy 978-790-1354,
Keller Williams Realty North Central 978-840-9000
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73506489
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,636
- Total interior livable area: 1,636 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,636
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 7,239 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:00023 B:00162 L:00000,1447264
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Athol
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $244,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,113
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
Estimated market value
$289,400
$275,000 - $304,000
$2,624/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$177/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506489 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $289,900-3.3%$177/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506489 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+39.5%$183/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506489 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2021 | Sold | $215,000+13.2%$131/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72917092 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $189,900+259%$116/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72917092 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2018 | Listing removed | $52,900$32/sqft |
Source: Four Columns Realty, LLC #72374346 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2018 | Price change | $52,900-19.7%$32/sqft |
Source: Four Columns Realty, LLC #72374346 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $65,900-18.6%$40/sqft |
Source: Four Columns Realty, LLC #72374346 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2009 | Listing removed | $81,000$50/sqft |
Source: Leslie F. Black #70881507 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2009 | Price change | $81,000-11%$50/sqft |
Source: Leslie F. Black #70881507 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2008 | Listed for sale | $91,000+127.5%$56/sqft |
Source: Leslie F. Black #70881507 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/1995 | Sold | $40,000$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,113 +7.1% | $244,900 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $2,906 +1.7% | $226,500 +11.3% |
| 2023 | $2,857 +8.3% | $203,500 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $2,639 +11.6% | $164,400 +22.8% |
| 2021 | $2,365 +7% | $133,900 +4% |
| 2020 | $2,211 +9.9% | $128,700 +11.6% |
| 2019 | $2,012 +0.4% | $115,300 +12.6% |
| 2018 | $2,004 +0.5% | $102,400 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $1,995 +9.1% | $97,800 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $1,828 +4.2% | $92,200 |
| 2015 | $1,755 +3.3% | $92,200 |
| 2014 | $1,699 +15.5% | $92,200 -2.9% |
| 2013 | $1,471 -8.1% | $95,000 -8.7% |
| 2012 | $1,601 +1.5% | $104,100 -6.6% |
| 2011 | $1,577 +2.9% | $111,500 -3.2% |
| 2010 | $1,532 +0.5% | $115,200 -13.3% |
| 2009 | $1,524 +3% | $132,900 -6.3% |
| 2008 | $1,480 +4.2% | $141,900 +0.9% |
| 2007 | $1,421 +7% | $140,700 +1.4% |
| 2006 | $1,328 +2.1% | $138,800 +3.9% |
| 2005 | $1,301 +6.9% | $133,600 +21.2% |
| 2004 | $1,217 -31.2% | $110,200 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $1,770 +62.7% | $108,100 +55.3% |
| 2001 | $1,088 +16.6% | $69,600 +11.5% |
| 2000 | $933 +6.9% | $62,400 +3% |
| 1997 | $873 | $60,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01331
Nearby schools
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- 2/10Athol Community Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Athol-Royalston Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10Athol High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Worcester County
- Athol
- 01331
- 279 S Main St
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