Sold for $475,000

$475,000

53 Newton St, Fitchburg, MA 01420

4beds

2,342sqft

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built in 1890

-- sqft lot

$475,200 Zestimate^®

$203/sqft

$2,294 Estimated rent

Home value

$475,200

$442,000 - $508,000

$2,294/mo

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What's special

Newer boiler for heatingReplacement windowsUpdated sidingOff-street paved parking

Don’t miss this well-maintained 2-family home offering flexibility for both investors and owner-occupants. This property offers both opportunity and peace of mind with major improvements done in the past decade including replacement windows, updated siding, a newer boiler for heating, and refreshed bathrooms in both units. The first-floor unit includes 1 bedroom plus a bonus room perfect for a home office, playroom, or guest space. The second unit spans two levels with 3 bedrooms, giving it the feel of a single-family home. Each unit offers its own living room, dining room, and kitchen, plus washer/dryer connections in the basement. Outside, enjoy off-street paved parking and a yard perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. A versatile property with strong potential for rental income or owner occupancy. Showings at open houses 4/9, 4/11, and 4/12.Offer deadline Monday 4/13 @ 11AM

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry: Washer & Dryer Hookup

Features

Storage, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Varies
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,342
Total interior livable area: 2,342 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,342
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 5

Lot

Size: 0 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 1508903
Zoning: RA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Materials

Foundation: Stone

Condition

Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Fitchburg

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $203/sqft
Tax assessed value: $391,000
Annual tax amount: $5,196
Date on market: 5/16/2026
Total actual rent: 1300

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/26/2026	Sold	$475,000+5.6%$203/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73495841 Report a problem
5/21/2026	Pending sale	$450,000$192/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73495841 Report a problem
4/3/2026	Listed for sale	$450,000$192/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73495841 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,055 +4.7%	$374,200 +14.8%
2024	$4,827 +3.3%	$325,900 +11.8%
2023	$4,671 +10.2%	$291,600 +21.2%
2022	$4,237 +4.1%	$240,600 +12.4%
2021	$4,072 +6.6%	$214,000 +10.4%
2020	$3,820 +6.6%	$193,800 +10.8%
2019	$3,584 +6.7%	$174,900 +9.4%
2018	$3,359 +9%	$159,900 +11.5%
2017	$3,082 +2.1%	$143,400 +0.8%
2016	$3,019 +3.1%	$142,200 +0.4%
2015	$2,928 +6.2%	$141,600 +1.8%
2014	$2,758 +6.2%	$139,100 +2.1%
2013	$2,597 -0.1%	$136,300 -7.6%
2012	$2,599 +8.6%	$147,500 -0.1%
2011	$2,393 -7.5%	$147,700 -27.5%
2009	$2,586 +1.7%	$203,600 -6%
2008	$2,544 +3.5%	$216,500 +1.6%
2007	$2,458 +6.3%	$213,000 +11.1%
2006	$2,312 +10.9%	$191,700 +18.2%
2005	$2,084 +13.8%	$162,200 +22.4%
2004	$1,831 +3.6%	$132,500 +18.1%
2003	$1,767 +14.2%	$112,200 +29.3%
2001	$1,547 +3.6%	$86,800 +5.9%
2000	$1,493 +14.8%	$82,000 -4.9%
1996	$1,301	$86,200