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196 Chestnut Street

Gardner, MA 01440
  • $549,900
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 73481873
$549,900
  • 6
    BEDS
  • 0.61
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 2
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,483
    SQFT
  • $221
    $/SQFT
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1887
County:

School Ratings & Info

Listing courtesy of Wendy Poudrette of Foster-Healey Real Estate.

Description

In the same family for decades, 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.

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196 Chestnut Street Gardner, MA 01440

  • Price: $549,900
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • MLS #: 73481873
6
Beds
2
Baths
2
½ Baths
0.61
Acres
2,483
SQFT
$221
$/SQFT
1887
Built
County:
Worcester
Property Description
In the same family for decades, 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.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Victorian Attached Garage YN No Carport YN No Construction Materials Frame Covered Spaces 1 Exterior Features PorchDeck - Wood Garage YN Yes Lot Features Level Open Parking YN Yes Parking Features DetachedPaved DriveOff Street Parking Total 6 Patio And Porch Features PorchDeck - Wood Property Attached YN No Road Frontage Type Public Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road Road Surface Type Paved Roof Shingle Spa YN No Waterfront Features Lake/Pond1 to 2 Mile To Beach Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Appliances RangeDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryerPlumbed For Ice Maker Basement BulkheadConcrete Bedroom2 Features Flooring - HardwoodFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Bedroom2 Level Second Bedroom3 Features Flooring - HardwoodFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Bedroom3 Level Second Bedroom4 Features Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Bedroom4 Level Third Bedroom5 Features Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Bedroom5 Level Third Building Area Total 2483 Cooling None Cooling YN No Dining Room Features Flooring - Wood Dining Room Level First Family Room Features SkylightCeiling Fan(s)Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Family Room Level First Fireplace Features Living Room Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 1 Flooring WoodVinylCarpetHardwoodFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet Foundation Details StoneBrick/Mortar Heating SteamNatural Gas Heating YN Yes Interior Features Bathroom - HalfBedroomBathroom Kitchen Features Flooring - HardwoodDining Area Kitchen Level First Laundry Features First FloorWasher Hookup Lead Paint Unknown Living Room Features Ceiling Fan(s)Flooring - Wood Living Room Level First Master Bedroom Features Flooring - Wood Master Bedroom Level Second Rooms Total 10 Window Features Insulated Windows

Property Features

Association YN No Community Features ShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityBike PathHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolUniversity Electric Circuit BreakersKnob & Tube Wiring Home Warranty YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Tax Annual Amount 5935 Tax Year 2025 Utilities for Electric RangeWasher HookupIcemaker Connection Water Source Public Year Built Details Approximate Zoning res

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Listing provided courtesy of Wendy Poudrette of Foster-Healey Real Estate: 978-537-8301.


The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein. Data last updated 2026-03-17T00:03:36.21.
 
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