43 Salminen Dr, Leicester, MA, 01524
About This Home
Escape to this charming waterfront retreat on beautiful Stiles Reservoir, a full recreational lake with over (approximately) 300 feet of frontage. Tucked into a peaceful, natural setting, this inviting home features open concept living with soaring cathedral ceilings and a cozy brick fireplace, creating comfort, privacy and breathtaking scenery! Follow the natural rock steps through mature trees to the aluminum dock where you'll enjoy expansive water views, kayaking, fishing, boating or simply relaxing by the shoreline. With generous water frontage, this property provides an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the beauty of lake living right in your own front yard. Whether you're looking for a year round residence, a weekend getaway or a place to unwind and reconnect with nature, you'll appreciate the tranquil surroundings, picturesque setting and stunning sunsets over the reservoir.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2001
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,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Concrete,Unfinished
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 99
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Door features: Insulated Doors
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood,Pine
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 816
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 163.51
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Deck - Exterior, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 103.4
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:42A B:00000A3 L:0,1560719
- Zoning: SA
- Foundation area: 840
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s),Water,Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront,Lake
- Frontage length: 228.00
Lot
- Lot size: 0.91 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Gentle Sloping
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Off Street,Unpaved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 10
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
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
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 | $3,413 | $40,956 |
| Home Insurance * | $314 | $3,768 |
| Property Taxes | $654 | $7,848 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $4,735 | $56,820 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
| 2004-10-21 | Sold | $462,500 |
| 2001-01-12 | Sold | $75,000 |
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