791 Main St, Ashby, MA, 01431
About This Home
Welcome to the heart of charming Ashby! This classic New England home offers an exceptional opportunity to create a beautiful family residence in one of North Central Massachusetts' most welcoming communities. Located across from the Ashby Public Library, behind the picturesque Central Square Church, and just a short walk to the town's favorite restaurant with live music, you'll love the friendly neighborhood where neighbors still wave hello. The home offers approximately 2,005 sq. ft. today, with renovation potential to approximately 2,150+ sq. ft. (subject to final design and approvals). An approved septic replacement design for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is already in hand, with a 4-bedroom, 2-bath design currently underway. Enjoy Ashby's affordability, small-town charm, conservation land, and convenient access to Fitchburg, Leominster, and southern New Hampshire. Sold as-is. Cash or rehab financing preferred.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Stone,Granite
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Wood,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,063
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,063
- Total interior livable area: 2,063 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 336891
- Zoning: R-1
- Exclusions: All Building Materials Currently On Site Convey With The Sale,With Market Value Of $15,000-$30,000.
Lot
- Lot size: 0.75 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive
- 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 | $1,162 | $13,944 |
| Home Insurance * | $79 | $948 |
| Property Taxes | $289 | $3,468 |
| Electricity | $406 | $4,881 |
| Total | $1,936 | $23,232 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Listed for sale | $229,900 |
| 2026-02-20 | Sold | $133,000 |
| 2025-12-29 | Listed for sale | $160,000 |
| 2019-09-23 | Listing removed | $99,000 |
| 2019-03-22 | Listed for sale | $99,000 |
| 2011-08-23 | Sold | $30,000 |
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