Discover the inviting charm of 81 Essex St, Marlborough, a single-family residence in the desirable Church Street neighborhood. This home is move-in ready, with all the big ticket items (roof, siding, furnace, bathrooms, windows, electrical, etc.) updated! The home features a spacious first floor living area with hardwood floors and gleaming fresh interior paint. Upstairs there are four bedrooms with new carpets, offering plenty of space for everyone. Two full bathrooms are thoughtfully placed to serve the needs of the household. The patio and spacious, partially-fenced back yard are ready for entertaining or simply enjoying the tranquility of the outdoors, while a storage shed and two driveways offer added convenience. Plus there is a full basement with laundry and storage. Built in 1905, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Marlborough's history while enjoying the excellent care and maintenance the current owners have taken. Welcome to your new home!
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
81 Essex St, Marlborough, MA 01752
4beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
9,201 Square Feet Lot
$564,200 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$3,702 Estimated rent
Home value
$564,200
$525,000 - $609,000
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Two drivewaysHardwood floorsFour bedroomsFresh interior paintNew carpets
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Listed by:
Lauren Mello 781-858-0735,
Advocate Realty/Stikeleather Real Estate 781-333-5243,
Lauren Mello 781-858-0735
Bought with:
James Major
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73449831
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 9,201 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:070 B:522 L:000,615126
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator Connection
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Marlborough
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $327/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $530,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,229
- Date on market: 1/1/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Sold | $550,000+0%$327/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Contingent | $549,900$327/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900+89%$327/sqft |
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| 5/16/2008 | Sold | $291,000-3%$173/sqft |
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| 3/14/2008 | Price change | $299,900-6.3%$179/sqft |
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| 1/25/2008 | Listed for sale | $319,900+26.1%$190/sqft |
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| 7/19/2007 | Sold | $253,673$151/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,229 +4.6% | $530,300 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $4,998 -5.1% | $488,100 +7% |
| 2023 | $5,265 +0.9% | $456,200 +14.7% |
| 2022 | $5,217 +14% | $397,600 +19.9% |
| 2021 | $4,577 +3.6% | $331,700 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $4,420 +2.5% | $311,700 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $4,311 +11.9% | $306,400 +16.4% |
| 2018 | $3,851 +4.7% | $263,200 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $3,678 +0.8% | $240,100 +1% |
| 2016 | $3,648 -3.2% | $237,800 -0.5% |
| 2015 | $3,768 +2.3% | $239,100 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $3,684 +1.5% | $228,700 -5.5% |
| 2013 | $3,630 -5.7% | $242,000 -7% |
| 2012 | $3,849 +5% | $260,100 -1.1% |
| 2011 | $3,666 +1% | $263,000 -2.8% |
| 2010 | $3,629 -2.2% | $270,600 -6.9% |
| 2009 | $3,709 -5.5% | $290,700 -5.8% |
| 2008 | $3,925 -3.6% | $308,600 -4.1% |
| 2007 | $4,071 +5.9% | $321,800 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $3,844 +8.7% | $313,000 +22% |
| 2005 | $3,535 +25.8% | $256,500 +17.8% |
| 2004 | $2,810 -0.5% | $217,800 +1.1% |
| 2003 | $2,825 +32.9% | $215,500 +51% |
| 2001 | $2,126 -2.1% | $142,700 +7.1% |
| 2000 | $2,172 +9.6% | $133,200 +13.8% |
| 1998 | $1,981 | $117,000 |
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Neighborhood: Church Street
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- 4/10Francis J. Kane ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
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