Classic 8RM-5BR-2BA Country Home which has been thoughtfully Restored for today's Comfort & yesteryear's Charm. 1st FL BR w/ensuite, also boasts a 21' encl breezeway to the oversized 2-car garage w/2 elec door openers & off-street parking for add'l (4) cars. Garage has a (100)amp Sub-Panel box in addition to the (200)amp main panel in basement workshop w/(3-phase).New Roof; Fresh Paint Interior & Exterior. All HW floors:(Maple & Oak) have been sanded, re-stained & finished w/satin urethane. New w/w in (3) of (5)BRs, both bathrooms have been updated w/new vinyl floors, New classic beadboard, oversized shower & deep soaking tub/shower. New Granite countertops & New Luxury Vinyl in Kitch. Harvey vinyl dbl insulated windows thru-out the house. Being sold "as is". Great Schools/Low Taxes in sm historic town! Front covered porch is graced with a classic custom-made porch swing, incl.Train to N Station/BOSTON Depot is conveniently across Street
Sold for $488,000
$488,000
40 Ayer Rd, Shirley, MA 01464
5beds
1,476sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$497,400 Zestimate®
$331/sqft
$3,719 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,400
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Listed by:
Bonnie L. Lawrence 781-552-8030,
LAER Realty Partners 978-692-9292
Bought with:
Michelle Costello
Lyv Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73394832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 143.84
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.6
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 121.9
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.44
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 119.04
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.6
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 75.26
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 7.1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 8 x 4.5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 69.66
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.6
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 142.38
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 11.3
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Washer Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 103.74
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 9.1
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 139.15
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 11.5
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Other
- Laundry: Pantry, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Closet, Breezeway, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,476
- Total interior livable area: 1,476 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,476
- Finished area below ground: 294
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, Deeded
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond
- Frontage length: 104.00
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Foundation area: 885
- Parcel number: 744030
- Zoning: Sh Village
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Farmhouse,Shingle,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Subdivision: Shirley Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Shirley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $331/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $332,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,311
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Personal Items Excl; Small Refrig & One Front Yard Bird Bath. (Porch Swing Included).
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Sold | $488,000-2.4%$331/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Contingent | $499,900$339/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Price change | $499,900-3.1%$339/sqft |
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| 6/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $515,900$350/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,311 +7.6% | $332,400 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $4,006 +6.6% | $295,200 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $3,758 +2.6% | $265,000 +12.1% |
| 2022 | $3,661 +6% | $236,500 +13.2% |
| 2021 | $3,453 +2.6% | $208,900 |
| 2020 | $3,365 +1.9% | $208,900 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $3,301 +2.2% | $205,300 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $3,230 +5.5% | $196,700 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,063 +1.2% | $185,400 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $3,026 +1.7% | $183,300 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $2,976 +20.2% | $171,900 +16.3% |
| 2014 | $2,476 +3.9% | $147,800 -2.9% |
| 2013 | $2,382 +5% | $152,200 +0.5% |
| 2012 | $2,268 +2.8% | $151,400 -6.1% |
| 2011 | $2,207 +8.5% | $161,200 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $2,034 -9.1% | $165,200 -15.6% |
| 2009 | $2,238 0% | $195,800 -11.2% |
| 2008 | $2,239 +9.1% | $220,600 +3.8% |
| 2007 | $2,052 -4.6% | $212,600 +6% |
| 2006 | $2,150 +7% | $200,600 +10% |
| 2005 | $2,010 +13.4% | $182,400 +22.2% |
| 2004 | $1,772 +12.9% | $149,300 +32.6% |
| 2003 | $1,570 +13.9% | $112,600 +10.8% |
| 2002 | $1,379 +7.1% | $101,600 +9.6% |
| 1997 | $1,288 | $92,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01464
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lura A. White Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Ayer Shirley Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Ayer Shirley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lura A. White
- Middle: Shirley/Ayerreg
- High: Ayer/Shirleyreg
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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