
299 River St Leicester — Photo 1 of 39
Recent Drop: $15,000
$549,900
299 River St, Leicester, MA 01524
Leicester, MA 01524
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,510
Style
Single Family
Built
2012
Off the street, sitting in the woods on over two acres, which abutsconservation land. The house was built in 2012. The owner engineered and designed the house to be energy efficient. With 12 inches of insulation in the celling's and 6 inches in the walls and floors. The entire house has double insulated windows, which tilt in for easy cleaning. The house has an oil fired forced hot air heating system, withcentral air conditioning. Solid oak floors, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms. Solid oak kitchen and bath cabinets upgraded stainless-steel appliances. The cellar, with 8-foot ceilings has a walkout with double French doors and 2 full size windows. The double oversized garage is under the house and has a walkout door plus two oversized windows.Now here is the best part. The owners are retired and spend the winters at their home in Florida. The house is only occupied for 5 months in the summer. For 7 months the owners are living in Florida. The house looks and feels brand new. Finding a house like this is a rare opportunity.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 19 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Leicester, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Microwave • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer • Range • Other • Plumbed For Ice Maker
Neighborhood
Golf • Conservation Area • Highway Access
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First12.7 x 29
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen
Lvl First12 x 19
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
Master Bedroom
Lvl First13 x 15
Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2
Lvl First11 x 12
Bedroom 3
Lvl First10 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Property History
$549,900
Was $564,900
Sep 4, 2026
MLS® 73563056
$564,900
Aug 13, 2026
MLS® 73563056
Population
6,327
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$102K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
7.6%
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: 755 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,510 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 90,174 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 Agent: Dave White
Listing Office: OwnerEntry.com
MLS® Number: 73563056
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