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88 Clinton Rd, Sterling, MA, 01564

3beds
2baths
1,793sqft
$549,900
$307price/sqft
$3,905/moest. monthly cost
$156,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

OFFER DEADLINE 5/14 6PM. Classic New England Cape full of charm and thoughtful updates! Enter inside to a welcoming living room featuring hardwood floors and a convenient passthrough to the kitchen. The updated kitchen offers newer cabinetry, a farmhouse-style sink, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar—perfect for everyday living. An adjacent dining room showcases a cozy fireplace and a sliding glass door leading to the composite back deck. The main level also includes a convenient first-floor bedroom with hardwood floors, a versatile bonus room with a built-in cabinet, and a full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms with hardwood flooring, generous closet space, and a half bath. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air and a newer furnace. Outside, relax or entertain on the back deck overlooking an expansive fenced-in backyard. Nestled in the quaint town of Sterling, yet just moments from major routes, this home is ideal for commuters.

Getting Around

10
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
8
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
7/10
Chocksett Middle SchoolGrades 5-83.1 mi
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1952

Materials

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

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Level: First
  • Area: 64

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 40

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 272

Bedroom3

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 204

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider
  • Level: First
  • Area: 216

Features

  • Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Office,High Speed Internet
  • Door features: Insulated Doors
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Tile,Laminate,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 1,793

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Oil
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,793
  • Total interior livable area: 1,793 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Level: First
  • Area: 168

Living Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
  • Level: First
  • Area: 299

Master Bathroom

  • Features: No

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First
  • Area: 156

Office

  • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First
  • Area: 96

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:00071 L:00011,3433529
  • Zoning: RES
  • Exclusions: Ring Doorbell

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck - Vinyl
  • Exterior features: Deck - Vinyl,Rain Gutters,Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.56 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

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
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Cold Wave
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Lightning
Strong Wind

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 $2,780$33,360
Home Insurance *$187$2,244
Property Taxes $584$7,008
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$3,905$46,860
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$133,885/yr
40% on housing$117,150/yr
45% on housing$104,133/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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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

$307This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01564$303
Worcester County$265

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01564$285
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
2026-05-07Listed for sale$555,000
2020-09-30Sold$400,000
2020-08-25Pending sale$399,975
2020-08-18Listed for sale$399,975
2017-04-25Sold$250,000
2016-11-17Listing removed$257,000
2016-11-01Price change$257,000
2016-10-14Price change$259,000
2016-09-22Price change$262,000
2016-09-11Listed for sale$272,000
1991-04-29Sold$128,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSarah Schouler
BrokerageLamacchia Realty, Inc.

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