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156 Main St Douglas — Photo 1 of 35

156 Main St Douglas — Photo 1 of 35

Recent Drop: $20,000

$349,900
$329,900

$329,900

156 Main St, Douglas, MA 01516

Douglas, MA 01516

Beds

3

Baths

2

SqFt

1,735

Style

Single Family

Built

1780

Charming antique colonial has been in the family for multiple generations and is ready for someone to do the repairs needed to make all the distinctive features shine. You'll appreciate the beautiful built-in bookcases, cabinets, and period wood trim detail as you tour the home, along with the original hardwood floors throughout (most protected by carpeting). Updated kitchen with center island, formal dining rm & living rm, separate entrance home ofc. with vaulted ceiling & large main bedroom with 3/4 bath & laundry complete the first floor. Second floor has 2 bedrooms & bath with classic soaking tub. Expandable, walk-in attic storage from bath. Wooded backyard and wrap around porch screened in along the side for pleasant afternoon reading. Convenient location close to downtown, schools, and commuter routes. This property will need a cash or rehab loan and will be a wonderful place to call home with plenty of space; 1735 s.f. for all your living needs. Updates include new oil tank, electric panel, and boiler under 10 years old. Investor or renovation opportunity with value added potential. Welcome home!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$190/sqft
Local Avg (Douglas)$312/sqft
39% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 19 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Douglas, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$349,900
Annual Taxes$4,671

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
Fireplaces1
FlooringVinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Propane
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock, Stone
ZoningC

Property & Lot

Acres0.49
SqFt Lot21,466
Lot FeaturesWooded

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Stable(s)

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Bedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenOfficeMaster BedroomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access

Kitchen
Lvl First

Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen Island

Office
Lvl First

Skylight, Ceiling - Vaulted, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access

Master Bedroom
Lvl First

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - With Tub, Attic Access

Property History

Price Drop
$329,900

Was $349,900

Sep 8, 2026

MLS® 73568265

Listed
$349,900

Aug 26, 2026

MLS® 73568265

Population

9,376

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$153K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

15.5%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Worcester County

1,806 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-4% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,006 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

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: 868 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,735 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,466 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.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Jeanne Mchale

Listing Office: REMAX Executive Realty

MLS® Number: 73568265

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