
28 Institute St Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 23
$499,000
28 Institute St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Beds
5
Baths
2
SqFt
2,152
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built
1880
An incredible opportunity for owner-occupants, investors, or buyers looking to offset their mortgage with rental income! Located on a quiet street in desirable West Fitchburg, this modern, renovated 2-family offers flexible living, modern comforts, and strong rental-income potential. Unit 1 is currently VACANT, making this an ideal opportunity for an owner-occupant ready to move in or an investor who wants the flexibility to select their own tenant. Unit 1 features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and convenient laundry in the basement. Unit 2 offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and its own second-floor laundry. A walk-up attic features a finished bonus room with additional space and future potential. Enjoy separate private balconies from the newer porch, plus a backyard featuring a fire pit area and its own apple tree—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoors. Additional updates include a central heating system and updated electrical. Seller-owned solar panels will convey to the new owner, providing the added benefit of significant electricity savings with no solar lease! The property also features ample off-street parking with its own driveway, a detached garage ideal for sheltered parking or extra storage.additional parking across the street. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from the T, near Fitchburg State University, and with easy access to major commuter routes. Whether you're an investor seeking a turnkey property or a buyer hoping to live in one unit while renting the other, this West Fitchburg two-family is an opportunity you won't want to miss! First showings at Open House.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Fitchburg, MA.
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Geography
Population
41,839
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$73K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
45.8%
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)
Listing Agent: Gabrielle Aguiar
Listing Office: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
MLS® Number: 73565986
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