




196 Chestnut St, Gardner, MA, 01440
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
Schools
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
