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38 Purchase St, Milford, MA, 01757

3beds
2baths
2,296sqft
$495,000
$216price/sqft
$3,628/moest. monthly cost
$145,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Strong investment opportunity for contractors, value-add buyers, or an owner-occupant seeking income potential. This multi-family property offers excellent upside whether you plan to live in one unit and rent the others, pursue a flip, expand a rental portfolio, or explore a possible condo conversion. The home requires updating and restoration, making it well-suited for buyers looking to reposition a property and maximize returns. It is located near the town park with fitness areas, tennis courts, and basketball courts, as well as local schools, Milford Rail Trail Bike path and Milford Regional Medical Center. The location also provides easy access to I-495, Route 16, and Route 140. Property will be delivered vacant, and this is not a bank-owned property. Property is being sold AS IS. Seller may accept or reject any offer at their discretion. Book showings showing time or text list agent direct

Getting Around

63
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
61
BikeBikeable

Schools

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4/10
Stacy Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.4 mi
4/10
Milford High SchoolGrades 9-120.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1877

Materials

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

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Washer & Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Walk-Up Attic,Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen
  • Flooring: Wood,Carpet,Varies,Laminate,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 2,296

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,296
  • Total interior livable area: 2,296 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1616229
  • Zoning: RES
  • Exclusions: Personal Property

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch,Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.28 Acres
  • Features: Gentle Sloping

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • 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

  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
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 $2,502$30,024
Home Insurance *$151$1,812
Property Taxes $523$6,276
Electricity $452$5,433
Total$3,628$43,536
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$124,388/yr
40% on housing$108,840/yr
45% on housing$96,746/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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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

$216This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01757$245
Worcester County$265

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01757$300
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
2026-08-05Price change$430,000
2026-07-25Listed for sale$495,000
1995-11-09Sold$114,500
1990-05-29Sold$145,000
1989-03-17Sold$179,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentDonna Lapointe
BrokerageReal Broker MA, LLC

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