12 Walnut St, Millis, MA, 02054
About This Home
Charming cottage nestled in a private wooded setting. This well-maintained home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a finished basement. Recent updates include new front and sliding doors, a brand-new Peerless forced-hot-water furnace and oil tank, central A/C, and 200-amp electrical service. Enjoy outdoor living on the large wrap-around deck and expansive yard—perfect for gatherings or quiet relaxation. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, parks, schools, commuter rail, and major routes. Same owner for 29 years. Move-in ready!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
- Area: 36
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 60
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Laminate
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 132
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 121
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 300
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 300
- Finished area above ground: 1,672
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,672
- Total interior livable area: 1,672 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 121
Living Room
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Interior
- Level: First
- Area: 208
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Details
- Parcel number: M:0007 B:0051 L:0000,3682470
- Zoning: R-S
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood,Rain Gutters
Lot
- Lot size: 0.58 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $3,286 | $39,432 |
| Home Insurance * | $174 | $2,088 |
| Property Taxes | $880 | $10,560 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $4,694 | $56,328 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
| 1997-11-19 | Sold | $188,500 |
| 1991-10-16 | Sold | $157,000 |
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