Why rent when you can own? Bring your ideas and make this classic 1950s ranch your own! Set on a level 0.37-acre lot with wooded privacy, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers solid bones and great potential. Features include hardwood floors in the living room and both bedrooms, economical natural gas heat and hot water, a handicap-accessible side entry ramp, a one-car carport, and a full basement for storage or future finishing. Conveniently located in a central area close to major routes, local shopping, and schools. Perfect for investors, contractors, or handy buyers ready to renovate and build equity!
Sold for $309,000
$309,000
290 Sterling St, Lancaster, MA 01523
2beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.37 Acres Lot
$316,300 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$2,584 Estimated rent
Home value
$316,300
$291,000 - $345,000
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One-car carportFull basementHardwood floorsWooded privacy
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Listed by:
The Journey Group 978-807-7784,
REMAX Executive Realty 978-365-6116
Bought with:
Karin Anderson
Karin Anderson Real Estate LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73444540
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:040.0 B:0000 L:0048.0,3763373
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $358/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $260,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,210
- Date on market: 12/29/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $309,000-1.6%$358/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Contingent | $314,000$363/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $314,000-4.8%$363/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,900$382/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,210 -1.1% | $260,500 +6.8% |
| 2024 | $4,257 +9.3% | $243,800 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $3,895 +7.4% | $226,600 +21.5% |
| 2022 | $3,627 +1.8% | $186,500 +4.6% |
| 2021 | $3,562 +2.1% | $178,300 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $3,490 +8.1% | $175,800 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $3,229 +6.9% | $163,500 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $3,021 +5.9% | $151,200 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $2,854 +4.1% | $146,000 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $2,741 +0.9% | $146,100 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $2,717 -0.1% | $143,700 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $2,719 -6.7% | $142,500 -12.3% |
| 2012 | $2,913 +1.2% | $162,400 -3.3% |
| 2011 | $2,878 +1.3% | $168,000 -4.9% |
| 2010 | $2,840 +2.9% | $176,700 -5% |
| 2009 | $2,760 +4.8% | $186,000 -3.6% |
| 2008 | $2,633 -0.8% | $193,000 +0.2% |
| 2007 | $2,653 +4.8% | $192,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $2,532 +1.1% | $187,000 +5.7% |
| 2005 | $2,505 +20.8% | $176,900 +43.8% |
| 2004 | $2,074 +12.1% | $123,000 |
| 2003 | $1,850 +29.7% | $123,000 +30.3% |
| 2000 | $1,426 | $94,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01523
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mary Rowlandson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.1 mi
- 8/10Luther Burbank Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 8/10Nashoba Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mary Rowlandson
- Middle: Luther Burbank
- High: Nashoba Regional Hs
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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Estimated market value
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