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202 Essex St Marlborough — Photo 1 of 32

$499,000

Investment Analysis — 202 Essex St

Marlborough, MA 01752

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 2-bedroom in 01752 carries an estimated $2,560/mo in gross rent — about a 3.55% cap rate and $17,713/yr in estimated NOI at the $499,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

2

Baths

1

SqFt

1,284

Style

Single Family

Built

1955

A charming well maintained single-family home located in the heart of Marlborough, MA. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1 updated bathroom residence offers a comfortable living space with a functional layout designed for both relaxation and convenience. Fantastic location for commuter routes, restaurants and shopping.Step inside to discover a warm and welcoming living area featuring a wood burning stove, perfect for those cool New England evenings. The home boasts a combination of gleaming hardwood, carpet, and tile flooring throughout, adding character and versatility to the interior. Sunlight streams through the large bay window, enhancing the natural light. The kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with a range, refrigerator, and new dishwasher, ready to meet all your culinary needs. For added convenience, the two bedrooms have ceiling fans and hardwood flooring. The unfinished basement provides added storage space and the walk up attic offers future customization possibilities. The oversized sun lit family room, above the 2 car garage, offers space for large gatherings, dining area as well as a home office if needed. Added bonus is a delightful Sun room/3 season porch providing the ideal spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The private, fully fenced in backyard, includes a new patio, fire pit area and shed. This home combines classic charm with practical features, including a new gas furnace in 2024, updated electric panel and new water heater 2025, ensuring year-round comfort. Don’t miss your chance to make this lovely property your own!

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 642 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,284 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 10,018 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

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Property Details

Financials

Original Price$499,000
Annual Taxes$5,633.6

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms5
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
BasementGarage Access, Sump Pump, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Wood Stove
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningA3

Property & Lot

Acres0.23
SqFt Lot10,018
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Microwave • Refrigerator • Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Neighborhood

Shopping • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Living RoomKitchenFamily RoomPrimary BedroomBedroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window Seat

Kitchen
Lvl First

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead

Family Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Closet - Double

Primary Bedroom
Lvl First

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl First
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Heidi Sharry

Listing Office: Compass

MLS® Number: 73582091