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161 Boyd St, Leicester, MA, 01524

3beds
1baths
936sqft
$349,900
$374price/sqft
$2,649/moest. monthly cost
$105,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

**********Offer deadline, Aug 4, 2026 @Noon*************** Charming antique bungalow/cottage style home w/modern amenities & the warmth of features found in homes of this vintage. Enjoy your morning coffee or quiet evenings sitting on the front porch. Enter this home through the cheery, welcoming red front door. Side entrance leads to a wonderful mud room before you enter the spacious kitchen, the heart of this home, equipped with a pellet stove & mini split for smart & economic temperature control. The pantry, signals some of the original details of a time past, expanding the kitchen area, it features a large bank of cabinets for efficient storage & an additional work area. The pellet stove, central to this kitchen, keeps this bungalow toasty warm & the added mini-splits are all designed for year round comfort. Bedrooms are off the kitchen, with convenient access to the full bath. A spacious living room and a possible third bedroom, which could also function as a den, study, or craft/toy room, whatever you may need to make this home yours,This home is graced with original hardwood flooring, throughout. Current neutral decor, will be the perfect backdrop for any style furniture. Situated on a nearly 1/2A lot including a spacious storage shed for easy access for all things for yard maintenance and outdoor furniture and gear. Some blackberry and blueberry bushes are still evident from owners of the past green thumb. Whether you are a first time buyer or downsizing you will find something special about this home.

Getting Around

20
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
7
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Leicester Middle SchoolGrades 5-82.1 mi
4/10
Leicester High SchoolGrades 9-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1931

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage,Bungalow
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Pantry,Mud Room
  • Door features: Insulated Doors,French Doors
  • Window features: Storm Window(s)
  • Flooring: Vinyl,Hardwood,Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood
  • Finished area above ground: 936

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Steam,Oil,Pellet Stove,Ductless
  • Cooling features: Ductless

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 936
  • Total interior livable area: 936 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Attic Access, Exterior Access
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
  • Level: First

Master Bathroom

  • Features: No

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:33A B:00000F4 L:0,1560091
  • Zoning: R2
  • Foundation area: 936

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Exterior features: Porch,Rain Gutters,Storage

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.41 Acres
  • Features: Sloped

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Off Street
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

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
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,769$21,228
Home Insurance *$162$1,944
Property Taxes $364$4,368
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$2,649$31,788
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$90,822/yr
40% on housing$79,470/yr
45% on housing$70,640/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.3%
1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$374This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01524$232
Worcester County$265

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01524$216
Worcester County$281

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-05Pending sale$349,900
2026-07-30Listed for sale$349,900
2021-08-23Sold$292,000
2021-06-08Pending sale$279,000
2021-06-01Listed for sale$279,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMary Tavolieri McMahon
BrokerageBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

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