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55 Old Common Rd, Auburn, MA, 01501

4beds
4baths
4,503sqft
$659,000
$146price/sqft
$5,245/moest. monthly cost
$209,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

This is truly a unique custom luxury 4500 + estate on a 1.7 acre private lot with a warm wood interior. It has a metro west footprint at half the price with tremendous potential. Ideal for multigenerational needs... With 4 Bedrooms & 3.5 baths & a Private Suite area for an Inlaw/gym/home office w/separate entrance the possibilities are endless. You can own so much more house in this Auburn location compared to those currently offered in Metrowest. The house is so convenient to area highways, train stations & under 6 miles to local hospitals! By bringing your own vison to the interior finishes you can truly have a gorgeous home with so much already done. NEW Roof & Septic System! Plus a generator, attic fan, sheds & 2 car oversized garage. There is so much charm & character w/the warm wood tones, custom shelving galore, dual fireplaces, beamed ceilings, cedar closets & indoor/outdoor grills. The numerous bay windows give you views of the private back yard. The Serenity is Priceles

Getting Around

18
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
17
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

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Pakachoag SchoolGrades K-22.1 mi
6/10
Auburn Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.7 mi
5/10
Auburn Senior High SchoolGrades PK,9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle,Rubber
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cape
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Indoor Grill,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,First Floor

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partial,Dirt Floor

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Level: Second

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Level: First

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Closet - Double
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 278.25

Bedroom3

  • Features: Closet - Linen, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First
  • Area: 150.333333333

Bedroom4

  • Features: Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First
  • Area: 242.840277777

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
  • Level: First
  • Area: 264.916666666

Family Room

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: Basement

Features

  • Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Bathroom - Full,Attic Access,Storage,Bonus Room
  • Door features: Insulated Doors
  • Window features: Insulated Windows,Storm Window(s),Screens
  • Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Dining Room,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 396
  • Finished area above ground: 4,107

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Baseboard,Oil
  • Cooling features: None,Whole House Fan

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,503
  • Total interior livable area: 4,503 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Beadboard, Breezeway
  • Level: First
  • Area: 65.555555555

Living Room

  • Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
  • Level: First
  • Area: 420

Master Bathroom

  • Features: No

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 313.5

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1457868
  • Zoning: 1010
  • Exclusions: Furniture In Upstairs Bedroom (Twin Bed & Tables). Art Work Not Included.

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch,Deck,Patio
  • Exterior features: Porch,Deck,Patio,Storage,Screens

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.70 Acres
  • Features: Easements,Gentle Sloping

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Driveway,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • 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

  • 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 $3,332$39,984
Home Insurance *$240$2,880
Property Taxes $786$9,432
Electricity $887$10,655
Total$5,245$62,940
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$179,828/yr
40% on housing$157,350/yr
45% on housing$139,866/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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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

$146This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01501$239
Worcester County$265

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01501$318
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
2026-04-28Price change$700,000
2026-04-16Price change$720,000
2026-03-25Listed for sale$724,500
2026-01-10Listing removed$699,900
2025-10-30Listed for sale$699,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentCynthia Walsh MacKenzie
BrokerageWalsh and Associates Real Estate

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