Pending

Price cut: $25K (6/3)

$474,999

42 Mechanic St, Palmer, MA 01069

4beds

2,724sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2002

0.5 Acres Lot

$489,700 Zestimate^®

$174/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Home officeBonus storage shedExposed post beamsHardwood floorsCathedral ceilingsMaintenance free vinyl sidingExpansive fire pit area

The Property Shop is pleased to offer this beautiful custom cape that will certainly impress! This modern design boasts 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, custom lighting, a large primary bedroom with balcony over looking the family room and your very own entertainment speak easy. This home features maintenance free vinyl siding, insulated windows, hardwood floors, a picture perfect "great room" offering cathedral ceilings and exposed post beams, a home office, and a 2 car garage that provides plenty of storage for all the toys! Plenty of allotted landscaped yard space plus multi tiered composite decks for entertaining, expansive fire pit area, and a bonus storage shed that provides all the utility needed. Centrally located close to all amenities including, shopping, schools and close proximity to the Mass Pike and Wing Hospital. Purchase this wonderfully appointed home in Palmer and receive a $5000 toward closing costs or interest rate buy down!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup
Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup
Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
Level: First

Family room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Main,First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Interior, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce
Level: Main,First

Heating

Baseboard, Oil

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Features

Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Doors: Insulated Doors
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,724
Total interior livable area: 2,724 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,724
Finished area below ground: 350

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 8
Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.5 Acres
Features: Cleared, Level

Details

Foundation area: 0
Parcel number: M:60 B:24,3147632
Zoning: TR

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape,Contemporary
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 2002

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Palmer

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $174/sqft
Tax assessed value: $453,500
Annual tax amount: $8,231
Date on market: 5/3/2026
Listing terms: Contract
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$489,700

$465,000 - $514,000

$3,016/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/9/2026	Pending sale	$474,999$174/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73511625 Report a problem
6/3/2026	Price change	$474,999-5%$174/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73511625 Report a problem
5/18/2026	Price change	$499,999-4.8%$184/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73511625 Report a problem
5/14/2026	Price change	$524,999-4.5%$193/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73511625 Report a problem
5/2/2026	Listed for sale	$549,999+69.2%$202/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73511625 Report a problem
9/11/2020	Sold	$325,000+3.2%$119/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/22/2020	Pending sale	$315,000$116/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Connections #72694814 Report a problem
7/20/2020	Listed for sale	$315,000+57.6%$116/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Connections #72694814 Report a problem
7/22/2004	Sold	$199,900+11.1%$73/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/20/2002	Sold	$179,900$66/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,231 +7.1%	$453,500 +10.2%
2024	$7,683 +3%	$411,500 +7.3%
2023	$7,457 +5.4%	$383,600 +16%
2022	$7,075 +5.6%	$330,600 +11.7%
2021	$6,698 +35.1%	$296,000 +4.9%
2020	$4,958 -20.7%	$282,200
2019	$6,248 +1.3%	$282,200 +1%
2018	$6,169 +2.4%	$279,400
2017	$6,027 +0.6%	$279,400 -0.9%
2016	$5,994	$281,800

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