686 Scott Rd, Fitchburg, MA, 01420
About This Home
Updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial with a 2-car garage and 4-stall barn on 5.6 acres along a scenic dead-end road. The stunning new kitchen features quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The main level offers formal living and dining rooms with hardwood floors, a cozy den with fireplace and slider to the oversized deck, plus a mudroom, first-floor laundry, and half bath. Upstairs you'll find a spacious primary bedroom, three additional bedrooms, and a full bath. The lower level includes a ¾ bath and plenty of storage. Outside, the barn is equipped with electricity, water, 4 stalls, tack room, wood chip stall, paddock, and second-floor hay loft, offering excellent potential for equestrian or hobby farm use. Additional updates include a heating system (2014), generator hookup, new roof (2019), and new garage doors (2019). A rare opportunity combining modern updates, acreage, and versatile outbuildings. Located next to Scott Road, the 150 acre Crocker Conservation area offers a gateway to 2,500 acres of protected land, abutting the Audubon Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary and over 2,000 acres of watershed land owned by the City of Fitchburg.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Tankless Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,First Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead,Concrete
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Laminate, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Slider,Closet,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Den,Foyer,Mud Room
- Window features: Skylight,Screens
- Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,220
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,220
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:078R B:0047 L:0,1512485
- Zoning: RR
- Foundation area: 990
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior,Porch,Deck
- Exterior features: Porch,Deck,Barn/Stable,Paddock,Screens,Horses Permitted
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 5.60 Acres
- Features: Wooded,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Off Street,Unpaved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
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
- Hurricane
- Ice Storm
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 | $2,978 | $35,736 |
| Home Insurance * | $239 | $2,868 |
| Property Taxes | $660 | $7,920 |
| Electricity | $437 | $5,253 |
| Total | $4,314 | $51,768 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Listed for sale | $589,000 |
| 2019-10-23 | Listing removed | $329,000 |
| 2019-10-16 | Listed for sale | $329,000 |
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