1003 Main St, Leicester, MA, 01524
About This Home
Historic 2.5-story single-family offering a rare opportunity for investors, contractors, or redevelopment-minded buyers. This expansive 14-room home features generous living space, strong architectural character, and a versatile layout with potential for multifamily conversion (buyer to perform due diligence with the building department). The property also includes an oversized barn-style garage and a 9-car corner lot driveway for future possibilities. Ideal for investors with a vision for transformation, this property offers tremendous upside potential for rental income, resale, or long-term appreciation. The scale, layout, and historic charm create flexibility rarely found in today’s market. Conveniently located in the heart of Leicester, just minutes from Worcester, with easy access to local amenities, schools, and major routes. Bring your ideas and restore this unique property to its full potential!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1791
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Vinyl
- Finished area above ground: 4,888
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,888
- Total interior livable area: 4,888 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:20C B:0000A10 L:0,1558404
- Zoning: R2
- Special condition: Real Estate Owned
Lot
- Lot size: 0.67 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Detached,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 9
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,893 | $22,716 |
| Home Insurance * | $174 | $2,088 |
| Property Taxes | $390 | $4,680 |
| Electricity | $963 | $11,566 |
| Total | $3,420 | $41,040 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-15 | Listing removed | $600,000 |
| 2026-01-06 | Price change | $600,000 |
| 2025-10-30 | Listed for sale | $500,000 |
| 2025-10-22 | Listing removed | $500,000 |
| 2025-10-20 | Listed for sale | $500,000 |
| 2024-10-26 | Listing removed | $600,000 |
| 2024-09-11 | Price change | $600,000 |
| 2024-08-30 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
| 2024-08-05 | Listing removed | $625,000 |
| 2024-07-27 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
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