Fall in love with this beautifully updated Colonial in one of Shrewsbury’s most sought after neighborhoods. Just minutes to the vibrant town center with its charming shops, restaurants, and the public library; plus quick access to major highways for an easy commute. This 4-bedroom home features a warm and inviting layout with hardwood floors throughout. The front living room with fireplace flows into a stunning family room with a vaulted ceiling, 4 season sun room, lots of windows, and deck access. Updated kitchen boasts cherry cabinetry, stainless appliances, corian counters, and a center island; spacious and sun-filled dining room perfect for entertaining. Upstairs includes a generous primary suite with full bath, three additional bedrooms and 2nd full bath. Enjoy a quaint backyard with lots of mature landscaping, patio, and a peaceful brook—your own backyard retreat!
Sold for $850,000
$850,000
97 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
4beds
2,903sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.46 Acres Lot
$860,000 Zestimate®
$293/sqft
$4,544 Estimated rent
Home value
$860,000
$808,000 - $912,000
$4,544/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$4,544/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$4,544/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$5,483/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$5,483/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Peaceful brookDeck accessYour own backyard retreatHardwood floors throughoutCenter islandStainless appliancesLots of windows
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer French 617-997-2207,
REMAX Executive Realty 508-435-6700
Bought with:
Amy Bisson
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73497437
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 202.78
- Dimensions: 12.17 x 16.67
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 153.32
- Dimensions: 13.83 x 11.08
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 169.46
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 13.83
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Fourth Floor
- Area: 139.5
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.33
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 30.81
- Dimensions: 4.25 x 7.25
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 58.77
- Dimensions: 7.58 x 7.75
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 60.71
- Dimensions: 7.83 x 7.75
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 398.86
- Dimensions: 28.83 x 13.83
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 261.11
- Dimensions: 15.67 x 16.67
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 232
- Dimensions: 19.33 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 261.11
- Dimensions: 15.67 x 16.67
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, In Basement
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Exercise Room
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,903
- Total interior livable area: 2,903 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,506
- Finished area below ground: 397
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Invisible Fence
- Fencing: Invisible
- Waterfront features: Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:28 B:283006,1677499
- Zoning: RES B-
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Shrewsbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $293/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $719,500
- Annual tax amount: $8,663
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Sold | $850,000+1.2%$293/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $840,000$289/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Contingent | $840,000$289/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $840,000-3.3%$289/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Contingent | $869,000$299/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,000+62.4%$299/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497437 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2019 | Sold | $535,000$184/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2019 | Pending sale | $535,000$184/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Vision #72467111 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $535,000+224.2%$184/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Vision #72467111 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/1995 | Sold | $165,000$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,663 -0.3% | $719,500 +2.5% |
| 2024 | $8,690 +6.8% | $701,900 +13.2% |
| 2023 | $8,137 +3.2% | $620,200 +11% |
| 2022 | $7,886 +22.8% | $558,900 +14.8% |
| 2021 | $6,424 +5.9% | $487,000 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $6,065 +4.1% | $486,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $5,825 +1.4% | $463,400 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $5,745 +12.6% | $453,800 +14.2% |
| 2017 | $5,100 +1.2% | $397,500 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $5,038 | $387,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01545
Nearby homes
- $607,5003 bd1 ba1.3k sqft93 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $667,7004 bd2 ba2.2k sqft99 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $690,5003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft94 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $294,300-- bd-- ba-- sqft5 Flanagan Dr, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $717,2004 bd3 ba2.5k sqft89 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $720,0003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft100 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Sold
- $664,0003 bd1 ba1.5k sqft102 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
- $664,7003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft85 Francis Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Walter J. Paton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Oak Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Shrewsbury Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$860,000
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$860,000
- Massachusetts
- Worcester County
- Shrewsbury
- 01545
- 97 Francis Ave
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Shrewsbury Topics
