68 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA, 02038
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.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Dirt Floor,Concrete,Unfinished
Bathroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 42.777777777
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 78
Bedroom3
- Level: First
- Area: 76.208333333
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 184.5
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 83.784722222
Features
- Recessed Lighting,Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Flooring - Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,535
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,535
- Total interior livable area: 1,535 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 190.930555555
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 185.625
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 135.208333333
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 90607
- Zoning: FV101
- Exclusions: All Personal Property.
Lot
- Lot size: 8,459 sqft
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street,Stone/Gravel,Unpaved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- 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
- Tsunami
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 | $2,274 | $27,288 |
| Home Insurance * | $124 | $1,488 |
| Property Taxes | $432 | $5,184 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $3,184 | $38,208 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Price change | $449,900 |
| 2026-07-08 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
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