Prime investment opportunity near Fitchburg State University. This two-family property offers an attractive 3-bedroom first unit and a spacious 5-bedroom second unit, providing flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking student-oriented rental potential.The second-floor unit features an updated bathroom, while off-street parking for up to 6 vehicles adds valuable convenience for residents and guests. With 8 bedrooms across two units, the property offers a versatile layout well suited to a variety of living arrangements and rental strategies.Its convenient location places residents close to Fitchburg State University, shopping, dining, services, and transportation. The proximity to campus makes this a particularly appealing opportunity for buyers seeking a multifamily property in an established rental market.Whether you're expanding an investment portfolio or looking for an owner-occupied property with additional rental income potential, this multifamily offers a strong combination of space, flexibility, and location. A great opportunity to own a substantial two-unit property in the Fitchburg area.
For sale
$629,999
61 Congress St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
8beds
4,388sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$620,200 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 16 days
- 211
- 13
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Listed by:
MG Group,
Century 21 North East 617-389-1129,
Katiane Caetano 978-968-8060
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73587349
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,388
- Total interior livable area: 4,388 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,388
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 3,785 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1504057
- Zoning: RC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Irregular
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Fitchburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $414,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,503
- Date on market: 10/6/2026
- Total actual rent: 4700
Estimated market value
$620,200
$589,000 - $651,000
$2,084/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $629,999+166.9%$144/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73587349 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2019 | Sold | $236,000-1.6%$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2019 | Pending sale | $239,900$55/sqft |
Source: Dell Realty Associates #72501095 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $239,900+45.4%$55/sqft |
Source: Dell Realty Associates #72501095 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2018 | Sold | $165,000-10.8%$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2017 | Pending sale | $185,000$42/sqft |
Source: Century 21 North Shore/Storrs & DeNault #72235065 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $185,000$42/sqft |
Source: Century 21 North Shore/Storrs & DeNault #72235065 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,319 +6.6% | $393,700 +16.9% |
| 2024 | $4,989 +4.7% | $336,900 +13.3% |
| 2023 | $4,764 +14.3% | $297,400 +25.6% |
| 2022 | $4,168 +5.9% | $236,700 +14.5% |
| 2021 | $3,934 +8.5% | $206,700 +12.4% |
| 2020 | $3,625 +5.6% | $183,900 +9.7% |
| 2019 | $3,434 +15.7% | $167,600 +18.7% |
| 2018 | $2,967 +11.2% | $141,200 +13.7% |
| 2017 | $2,669 +1.2% | $124,200 |
| 2016 | $2,637 +2.1% | $124,200 -0.6% |
| 2015 | $2,583 +4.4% | $124,900 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $2,475 +3.1% | $124,800 -1% |
| 2013 | $2,400 +10.4% | $126,000 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $2,173 -2.9% | $123,300 -10.7% |
| 2011 | $2,237 -12.1% | $138,100 -31.1% |
| 2009 | $2,545 +3.7% | $200,400 -4.1% |
| 2008 | $2,455 +0.6% | $208,900 -1.2% |
| 2007 | $2,440 +9.6% | $211,400 +14.5% |
| 2006 | $2,226 +8.2% | $184,600 +15.3% |
| 2005 | $2,057 +8.3% | $160,100 +16.4% |
| 2004 | $1,900 +8.9% | $137,500 +24.1% |
| 2003 | $1,745 +8.9% | $110,800 +23.2% |
| 2001 | $1,602 +4.4% | $89,900 +6.6% |
| 2000 | $1,535 +20.8% | $84,300 +0.1% |
| 1996 | $1,271 | $84,200 |
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Neighborhood: 01420
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mckay Elementary School
- Middle: Arthur Longsjo Middle School
- High: Fitchburg High School
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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