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196 Chestnut St, Gardner, MA, 01440

6beds
4baths
2,483sqft
$524,900
$211price/sqft
$3,989/moest. monthly cost
$159,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

This exquisite 1887 Victorian is ready for its next chapter. Rich in character and timeless charm, this grand home showcases intricate, ornate woodwork, soaring ceilings, and mostly hardwood floors throughout. The first floor offers an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, fireplaced living room, convenient half bath, and a light-filled three-season room with exterior access to a private deck overlooking the level backyard. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms and a full bath, while the third floor provides three additional bedrooms and another full bath—ideal for guests, home offices, or extended living. Recent updates include a brand-new furnace and water heater. An attached two-level outbuilding offers exceptional flexibility as a garage, workshop, or storage barn. This property is being sold as is and presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers to bring their vision and updates to a truly special home filled with history and warmth.

Getting Around

69
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
44
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

2/10
Gardner Elementary SchoolGrades PK-40.1 mi
4/10
Gardner High SchoolGrades 8-120.7 mi
2/10
Gardner Middle SchoolGrades 5-71.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1887

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone,Brick/Mortar
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Laundry features: First Floor,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: First

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: Second

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Level: Third

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: Third

Bedroom5

  • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: Third

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Features

  • Bathroom - Half,Bedroom,Bathroom
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood,Vinyl,Carpet,Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 2,483

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Steam,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,483
  • Total interior livable area: 2,483 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Level: Second

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:R22 B:8 L:38,3537622
  • Zoning: res

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch,Deck - Wood
  • Exterior features: Porch,Deck - Wood
  • Waterfront features: Lake/Pond,1 to 2 Mile To Beach

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.61 Acres
  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 5