For sale

Price cut: $26K (9/10)

$219,000

35 Essex St, Athol, MA 01331

4beds

1,174sqft

$1,516/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1885

2,508 Square Feet Lot

$218,300 Zestimate^®

$187/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Laundry roomSmall side yard

Opportunity awaits this 4-bedroom, 1-bath home with a small side yard for its new owner. The first floor features a kitchen, living room, laundry room, and two bedrooms, along with a walk-up attic offering additional storage space. The second floor includes two more bedrooms and a bonus room, providing flexible living options. This property is ready for renovations, updates, and repairs and may not qualify for all types of financing. However, it offers outstanding value-add potential for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to build equity. Off-street parking for two vehicles adds to the home's appeal. Ideally located in the heart of Athol, this home is just minutes from the YMCA, restaurants, shopping, and other local amenities.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
Level: First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Features

Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Dirt Floor,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,174
Total interior livable area: 1,174 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,174

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Porch

Lot

Size: 2,508 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: M:0030 B:0356 L:0000,1448303
Zoning: G

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1885

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Athol

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $187/sqft
Tax assessed value: $241,300
Annual tax amount: $3,057
Date on market: 7/14/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$218,300

$207,000 - $229,000

$2,381/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/10/2026	Price change	$219,000-10.6%$187/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73549242 Report a problem
8/23/2026	Price change	$245,000-5.4%$209/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73549242 Report a problem
7/14/2026	Listed for sale	$259,000-0.3%$221/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73549242 Report a problem
6/30/2026	Listing removed	$259,900$221/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73542649 Report a problem
6/27/2026	Listed for sale	$259,900-1.9%$221/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73542649 Report a problem
6/27/2026	Listing removed	$264,900$226/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73506362 Report a problem
5/11/2026	Price change	$264,900-3.7%$226/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73506362 Report a problem
4/23/2026	Listed for sale	$275,000+744.8%$234/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73506362 Report a problem
10/17/2000	Sold	$32,551-52.6%$28/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/1/1999	Sold	$68,740+12.7%$59/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/17/1989	Sold	$61,000$52/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,866 +10.1%	$225,500 +11.1%
2024	$2,604 +3.3%	$203,000 +13.1%
2023	$2,520 +12.1%	$179,500 +28.2%
2022	$2,247 +15.2%	$140,000 +26.8%
2021	$1,950 +7%	$110,400 +4.1%
2020	$1,823 +4.1%	$106,100 +5.7%
2019	$1,752 +2.6%	$100,400 +15%
2018	$1,708 +0.2%	$87,300 +4.4%
2017	$1,705 +8.7%	$83,600 +5.7%
2016	$1,569 +4.3%	$79,100
2015	$1,505 +3.2%	$79,100
2014	$1,458 +9.8%	$79,100 -7.8%
2013	$1,328 -8.5%	$85,800 -9.1%
2012	$1,452 +1.9%	$94,400 -6.3%
2011	$1,425 +2.3%	$100,800 -3.7%
2010	$1,393 +0.1%	$104,700 -13.7%
2009	$1,391 +2.7%	$121,300 -6.5%
2008	$1,354 +4.2%	$129,800 +0.9%
2007	$1,300 +17.8%	$128,700 +11.5%
2006	$1,104 +2.3%	$115,400 +4.2%
2005	$1,079 +9.7%	$110,800 +24.4%
2004	$984 -32%	$89,100 +0.8%
2003	$1,447 +60.2%	$88,400 +52.9%
2001	$903 +24.6%	$57,800 +19.2%
2000	$725 +4.9%	$48,500 +1%
1997	$691	$48,000