53 Lake Ellis Rd, Athol, MA, 01331
About This Home
Located at 53 Lake Ellis Rd, Athol, MA, this single-family residence in Worcester County presents a compelling proposition for those with a vision, offering a great investment opportunity. Within this residence are two bedrooms, spaces ready to be transformed into personal havens, offering quietude and rest, each room a blank canvas awaiting individual style and creative expression. Walking distance to Lake Ellis beach where you can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating. Enjoy the changing seasons from the comfort of your enclosed porch. The property includes a single-car garage, providing secure parking or additional storage in the basement. The lot itself measures 7000 square feet, offering ample outdoor space for potential landscaping projects, gardening, or simply enjoying the open air. Move-in ready condition with efficient space for comfortable living.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Garage Access
Bathroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 72
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 90
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 99
Features
- Mud Room
- Finished area above ground: 770
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 770
- Total interior livable area: 770 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 25
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 143
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 90
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:00036 B:00102 L:00000,1449334
- Zoning: Resident
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed,Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 7,000 sqft
- Features: Cleared,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached,Tandem,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 3
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
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 | $1,461 | $17,532 |
| Home Insurance * | $120 | $1,440 |
| Property Taxes | $304 | $3,648 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $2,239 | $26,868 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-10 | Price change | $299,900 |
| 2026-01-11 | Price change | $310,000 |
| 2025-12-16 | Price change | $317,000 |
| 2025-11-28 | Price change | $325,000 |
| 2025-11-13 | Listed for sale | $333,000 |
| 2025-05-20 | Sold | $259,000 |
| 2025-04-15 | Contingent | $239,900 |
| 2025-04-09 | Listed for sale | $239,900 |
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