Transcend the .25 mile newly paved driveway to 15+ acres of tranquility and beauty close to the town center/library/schools and pool. This sprawling stone front ranch sits on parklike grounds and offers paths throughout the grounds for quiet time and deep thought while walking your dog or seeking exercise. There is private covered porch and a beautiful water feature on the rear patio. The main level offers an open floor plan with large great room/eat-in kitchen/office as well as 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The walk-out lower level provides additional finished space and a sauna. Recent improvements include: 8 new Andersson windows and driveway 2022, AC mini-split, solar install 2021, new boiler and hot water tank being installed Nov 2023.There is frontage on both Richards Ave and Grove St. There are 2 barns/outbuildings on the property with electricity. One is on the Grove Street side. Buyer to assume solar lease transfer. Paperwork still being collected.
Sold for $775,000
$775,000
74 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA 01612
3beds
2,583sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
15.2 Acres Lot
$848,500 Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$3,715 Estimated rent
Home value
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Open floor planHot water tankPrivate covered porchNew boilerSolar install
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Listed by:
Lee Joseph 508-847-6017,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Worcester 508-795-7500
Bought with:
Fiona Hoare
RE/MAX Prof Associates
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73177274
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Cedar Closet(s), Closet - Double
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Closet - Double
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Closet - Double
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Laminate, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Accessory Apt., Office, Bonus Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,583
- Total interior livable area: 2,583 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 22
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 20
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Frontage length: 70.00
Lot
- Size: 15.2 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable
- Parcel number: M:00018 L:00112,3216860
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s), House of Worship, Public School, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Paxton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $300/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $549,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,658
- Date on market: 1/10/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2023 | Sold | $775,000+3.3%$300/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73177274 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Contingent | $750,000$290/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73177274 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $750,000+156%$290/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73177274 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/1996 | Sold | $293,000-8.4%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/1988 | Sold | $320,000$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,784 +13.6% | $731,600 +23.9% |
| 2024 | $9,493 -1.7% | $590,700 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $9,658 +0.2% | $549,400 +8.2% |
| 2022 | $9,634 +1.2% | $507,600 +5.2% |
| 2021 | $9,516 +2% | $482,300 +2% |
| 2020 | $9,332 +2.8% | $473,000 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $9,076 +2.1% | $459,800 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $8,885 +3.2% | $434,900 +3% |
| 2017 | $8,609 +2.8% | $422,200 +3.8% |
| 2016 | $8,372 +1.4% | $406,600 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $8,254 +1.3% | $397,000 0% |
| 2014 | $8,145 +9.6% | $397,100 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $7,432 +4.1% | $386,700 -1.6% |
| 2012 | $7,139 +13.2% | $393,100 +6.1% |
| 2011 | $6,308 -1.6% | $370,400 -5.8% |
| 2010 | $6,409 +7.3% | $393,200 -12.7% |
| 2009 | $5,974 +0.9% | $450,500 -9.3% |
| 2008 | $5,919 +4.4% | $496,600 |
| 2007 | $5,671 +0.5% | $496,600 +9.2% |
| 2006 | $5,645 +4% | $454,900 +7.6% |
| 2005 | $5,430 0% | $422,600 0% |
| 2004 | $5,432 +9.1% | $422,700 +51.9% |
| 2003 | $4,977 +7.9% | $278,200 +0.3% |
| 2002 | $4,613 -0.9% | $277,400 +17.4% |
| 2000 | $4,653 | $236,200 |
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Neighborhood: 01612
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