Dimensions6.666666666 x 6.416666666
LevelFirst
68 Chestnut St., Franklin MA 02038
Franklin, MA 02038
$499,900
$449,900
Est. $2,928/month
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About this home
Welcome to this adorable Franklin cape located in one of the most convenient areas of town. Walking through the front door, you enter a timeless way of living. The first floor hosts 3 bdrms, an open-concept living/dining area, eat-in kitchen, and a galley with a refrig. & kitchen sink, which leads into an office/family room with access to the backyard. Heading to the 2nd floor on the steep stairs are two bonus rooms with wood floors; one room has eave storage, and both have knotty pine ceilings. The flat backyard is enclosed by fencing on 2 sides, features mature grapevines, and offers ample room for entertaining. Having been owned by the same family for more than 70 years, this treasure holds many memories and lots of love and is waiting for its next owners. Recent updates: vinyl siding 2019, FHA furnace 2023, and oil tank 2024. Estate Sale. Sold As-is. Buyers responsible for replacing the hot water tank. Sellers and Sellers' agent make no representations or warranties for any part of the property.
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Market Insights
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Price Changes
10%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 31, 2026
$449,900
$50,000
(-10%)
From $499,900 to $449,900 (-10.0%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 15, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2026
$499,900
Original listing
Office: LAER Realty Partners
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $449,900 | $50,000 | - | From $499,900 to $449,900 (-10.0%) |
| 07/15/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,431 | $475,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,431
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$475,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1924
Living Area
1,535 sq ft
Lot Size
0.19 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Stone/gravel, Unpaved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,431
Assessed Value
$475,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Estate Sale. Sold As-is. Sellers Have Not Lived At The Property In More Than 25 Yrs. Buyers To Replace Hot Water Tank. Low Ceiling Height. Steep Stairs To The 2nd Floor. Sellers And Sellers Agent Make No Representations Or Warranties About The Property. Minimum 45 Day Closing.
Exclusions
All Personal Property.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Red
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Norfolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
39 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,535 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,535 sq ft above grade
Dimensions7.75 x 9.833333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions13.666666666 x 13.5
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions19.416666666 x 9.833333333
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
Dimensions9.75 x 8
LevelFirst
Dimensions13.75 x 13.5
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
Dimensions13.75 x 9.833333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions10.583333333 x 7.916666666
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1924
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Oil
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Unpaved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping
Nearby Schools
School District
Franklin School District local
A
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
84%
attend college
79%
4-Year
5%
2-Year
45%
Out of State
4%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
0.7%
Low
0.7%
Suspensions
1.7%
In-School
4.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
7 schools
Amego School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
A
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
2.4 mi
|
#64 of 352
|
Score: 54.5
Improved 16 spots from last year
-3.7 below state avg
898 students
Diverse
Grades K-08
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center
1.2 mi
142 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
Lincoln Street K-2 Elementary School
1.9 mi
Grades K-02
Lincoln Street 3-5 Elementary School
1.9 mi
Grades 03-05
Washington Street K-2 Elementary School
2.6 mi
Grades K-02
Washington Street 3-5 Elementary School
2.6 mi
Grades 03-05
Middle Schools
1 school
Franklin Middle School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
A
Franklin High School
1.4 mi
|
#57 of 346
|
Score: 66.1
Improved 35 spots from last year
+7.9 above state avg
1,453 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 2,232 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
A-
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical
2.0 mi
|
#92 of 346
|
Score: 60.8
Improved 46 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
1,000 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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68 Chestnut St., Franklin MA 02038
Franklin, MA 02038
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lisa Biggar
Listing Office
LAER Realty Partners
Office Phone
978-777-5509
Agent MLS ID
C8000691
Office MLS ID
AN1202
Listing Data Updated
Aug 16, 2026 9:20 PM EDT
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