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189 Sherbert Rd, Ashburnham, MA, 01430

2beds
1baths
1,720sqft
$389,900
$227price/sqft
$2,937/moest. monthly cost
$117,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Enjoy the ease of single-level living in this charming 2-bedroom ranch! This well-maintained home offers a comfortable layout featuring a bright living room, an eat-in kitchen and a separate spacious dining room with pellet stove with sliders that walk out to a generously sized deck overlooking private back yard. One of the standout features is the spacious family room located above the attached 2-car garage, providing the perfect space for entertaining, relaxing, a home office, or a playroom. Situated on over a half acre of level land, the fenced yard offers plenty of space for pets, gardening, play, or outdoor gatherings. Conveniently located just a stone's throw from the New Hampshire border, you'll enjoy quick access to tax-free shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes. A wonderful opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking one-level living with bonus space!

Getting Around

4
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Briggs Elementary SchoolGrades PK-53.7 mi
6/10
Overlook Middle SchoolGrades 6-84.5 mi
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1972

Materials

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

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl
  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: Second

Features

  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet,Hardwood
  • Finished area above ground: 1,720

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,720
  • Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Breakfast Bar / Nook
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:0004 B:000036,3572422
  • Zoning: res

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
  • Exterior features: Deck - Wood
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water,Lake
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Lake,Water

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.58 Acres
  • Features: Cleared,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Attached,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind

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 $1,971$23,652
Home Insurance *$134$1,608
Property Taxes $478$5,736
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$2,937$35,244
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$100,697/yr
40% on housing$88,110/yr
45% on housing$78,320/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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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

$227This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01430$265
Worcester County$265

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01430$289
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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-18Price change$384,900
2026-07-29Price change$389,900
2026-07-22Listed for sale$399,900
2017-07-31Sold$171,000
2016-01-04Sold$173,000
2015-12-22Pending sale$181,900
2015-10-23Price change$181,900
2015-08-29Listed for sale$189,900
1995-03-02Sold$70,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentWendy Poudrette
BrokerageFoster-Healey Real Estate

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