For sale

Price cut: $5K (8/3)

$470,000

31 Colby Ave, Worcester, MA 01605

3beds

2,158sqft

$3,048/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1911

10,000 Square Feet Lot

$465,100 Zestimate^®

$218/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Modern finishes throughoutOpen-concept layoutGleaming hardwood floorsCustom woodworkFreshly painted exterior

Welcome to this beautifully updated, turn-key residence featuring an open-concept layout, gleaming hardwood floors, custom woodwork, and modern finishes throughout.The main level offers 3 bedrooms, a remodeled full bathroom, formal dining room with built-ins, and a stylish eat-in kitchen with modern cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances.The finished walk-out basement adds incredible living space with a brand-new full bathroom and private laundry room—perfect for a family room, office, gym, or entertainment area.Enjoy a heated 4-season sunroom overlooking a fully fenced 10,000 sq ft backyard with patio and storage shed. Additional highlights include a freshly painted exterior, oversized paved driveway with parking for up to 6 vehicles, and fully paid-off solar panels for long-term energy savings.Conveniently located near UMass Chan Medical School, WPI, Worcester Union Station, major highways, parks, and shopping.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bedroom 3

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Bathroom 2

Level: Basement

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: Basement

Kitchen

Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Radiant, Oil

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Great Room
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Basement: Full,Finished,Bulkhead
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,158
Total interior livable area: 2,158 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,142
Finished area below ground: 1,016

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 6

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Satellite Dish

Lot

Size: 10,000 Square Feet
Features: Wooded, Level

Details

Parcel number: 1797157
Zoning: RS-7
Other equipment: Satellite Dish

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Brick, Stone
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1911

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Worcester

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $218/sqft
Tax assessed value: $390,000
Annual tax amount: $5,179
Date on market: 7/7/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$465,100

$442,000 - $488,000

$3,181/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/3/2026	Price change	$470,000-1.1%$218/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73545751 Report a problem
7/7/2026	Listed for sale	$475,000-3%$220/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73545751 Report a problem
10/8/2024	Listing removed	$489,900$227/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73293148 Report a problem
9/20/2024	Listed for sale	$489,900-2%$227/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73293148 Report a problem
9/17/2024	Listing removed	$499,900$232/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73275198 Report a problem
8/26/2024	Price change	$499,900-6.5%$232/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73275198 Report a problem
8/20/2024	Price change	$534,900-0.9%$248/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73275198 Report a problem
8/15/2024	Price change	$539,900-1.8%$250/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73275198 Report a problem
8/8/2024	Listed for sale	$549,900+44.3%$255/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73275198 Report a problem
12/29/2023	Sold	$381,000+17.3%$177/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73171192 Report a problem
10/25/2023	Contingent	$324,900$151/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73171192 Report a problem
10/17/2023	Listed for sale	$324,900+91.2%$151/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73171192 Report a problem
1/13/2016	Sold	$169,900+3%$79/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/21/2015	Pending sale	$164,900$76/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Worcester #71838779 Report a problem
9/8/2015	Price change	$164,900-2.9%$76/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Worcester #71838779 Report a problem
5/5/2015	Price change	$169,900-5.6%$79/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Shrewsbury #71824351 Report a problem
4/27/2015	Listed for sale	$179,900+5.9%$83/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Shrewsbury #71824351 Report a problem
11/9/2009	Sold	$169,900$79/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/29/2009	Listed for sale	$169,900$79/sqft
Source: Derek A. Alfama #70965783 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,442 +3.4%	$336,800 +7.8%
2024	$4,294 +4.5%	$312,300 +9%
2023	$4,110 +10.1%	$286,600 +16.7%
2022	$3,734 +6.2%	$245,500 +13.7%
2021	$3,515 +1.9%	$215,900 +6.4%
2020	$3,451 +6%	$203,000 +12.2%
2019	$3,256 +0.2%	$180,900 +5.3%
2018	$3,249 +4%	$171,800 +5.7%
2017	$3,125 +2.3%	$162,600 +9.7%
2016	$3,054 +2.7%	$148,200
2015	$2,974 +2.7%	$148,200
2014	$2,896 +3.4%	$148,200 -1.7%
2013	$2,800 +3.5%	$150,700 -5.4%
2012	$2,705 +7.2%	$159,300 -4.4%
2010	$2,524 -7.5%	$166,600 -17.6%
2009	$2,730 -2.5%	$202,200 -9.5%
2008	$2,801 +7.3%	$223,400 +3.6%
2007	$2,610 +6.2%	$215,700 +10%
2006	$2,457 +2%	$196,100 +7.3%
2005	$2,408 +5.1%	$182,700 +17.6%
2004	$2,291 +5.6%	$155,300 +15.7%
2003	$2,169 +4%	$134,200 +14.9%
2002	$2,085 +19.8%	$116,800 +24%
2000	$1,740 +16.8%	$94,200 +18%
1997	$1,490	$79,800