Meticulously maintained Victorian three-family home in the heart of Franklin! Built in 1900, this property offers three spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units with separate utilities across 2,959 sq ft on a .21-acre lot. Units 1 & 2 were fully renovated in 2023, while Unit 3 features refinished floors and fresh paint. Major updates include roof (2009), exterior paint (2024), porch improvements (2018-2019), and new back deck/stairs (2025). Units 1 & 2 include in-unit laundry, with basement hookups for Unit 3. Shared driveway with 6 parking spaces. Two units are leased, while the vacant second-floor unit creates an ideal owner-occupant or investment opportunity. Conveniently located near the train station, Dean College, and Downtown Franklin shops and restaurants, this property blends historic charm with modern updates and strong income potential.
Pending
$999,900
55 Dean Ave, Franklin, MA 02038
7beds
2,959sqft
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$859,800 Zestimate®
$338/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 31 days |
- 133 |
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Listed by:
Lauren O'Toole 508-942-0703,
Century 21 Custom Home Realty 508-473-4777
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73516034
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Cooktop, Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Tub, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Living Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,959
- Total interior livable area: 2,959 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,959
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 9,108 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:279 L:163,91329
- Zoning: 105
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $338/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $688,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,995
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
- Exclusions: Owner's Personal Property.
- Total actual rent: 6300
Estimated market value
$859,800
$808,000 - $920,000
$2,509/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Pending sale | $999,900$338/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Contingent | $999,900$338/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,900+83.5%$338/sqft |
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| 7/7/2004 | Sold | $545,000+67.7%$184/sqft |
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| 4/26/2001 | Sold | $324,900+15%$110/sqft |
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| 2/29/2000 | Sold | $282,500+101.8%$95/sqft |
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| 12/3/1992 | Sold | $140,000$47/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,995 +42.2% | $688,000 +44.3% |
| 2024 | $5,621 -8.7% | $476,800 -2.6% |
| 2023 | $6,157 -3.4% | $489,400 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $6,373 -1% | $453,600 +3.2% |
| 2021 | $6,440 +6.5% | $439,600 +5.5% |
| 2020 | $6,045 +15% | $416,600 +16.2% |
| 2019 | $5,257 +4.2% | $358,600 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $5,047 +6.1% | $344,500 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $4,759 -4.1% | $326,400 -4.7% |
| 2016 | $4,965 +0.6% | $342,400 +3% |
| 2015 | $4,934 +10.9% | $332,500 +8% |
| 2014 | $4,449 0% | $307,900 -0.8% |
| 2013 | $4,451 -24.9% | $310,400 -28.1% |
| 2012 | $5,927 +39% | $431,700 +31.1% |
| 2011 | $4,264 +20.1% | $329,300 +11.6% |
| 2010 | $3,550 -22.6% | $295,100 -28.1% |
| 2009 | $4,588 +3.3% | $410,700 -5.4% |
| 2008 | $4,442 +14.7% | $434,200 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $3,874 +20.1% | $437,200 +22.2% |
| 2006 | $3,226 +20.6% | $357,700 +22.7% |
| 2005 | $2,674 -13.3% | $291,600 +4.4% |
| 2004 | $3,085 -0.2% | $279,400 +0.1% |
| 2003 | $3,090 -3.8% | $279,100 +11.4% |
| 2001 | $3,211 +30.4% | $250,500 +44.5% |
| 1997 | $2,463 | $173,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02038
Nearby schools
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- 8/10Oak Street Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Annie Sullivan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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