
38 Paulson Drive Burlington — Photo 1 of 38
$774,900
38 Paulson Drive, Burlington, MA 01803
Burlington, MA 01803
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,184
Style
Single Family
Built
1968
Situated in a highly desirable neighborhood on a PRIVATE LOOP ROAD, this charmer boasts a ½-ACRE LOT and is only a 20-minute stroll to the elementary school. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers starter or step-down buyers the ultimate jackpot as MANY of the BIG-TICKET ITEMS have been COMPLETED for you! The sellers have invested over $100K during their ownership! Improvements include a freshly stained 16 x 12 rear deck (2026), new GE dishwasher (2025), upgraded main water shut-off valve (2024), young Carrier top-tier GAS FURNACE & heat pump for CENTRAL AIR (2023), new retaining wall, stone walkway & front steps (2022), a "must have" FENCED front & side yard for furry friends (2022), 1st level and attic INSULATED (2021), young ROOF & GUTTERS (2020) and upgraded ELECTRICAL 200 AMP service, with new GFCI's added in 2026. The main level includes Harvey REPLACEMENT WINDOWS (2010), HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout, a MODERN UPDATED KITCHEN with breakfast bar (boasting gorgeous cherry cabinets & quartz countertops), adjacent formal DINING ROOM, an oversized living room with BAY WINDOW & FIREPLACE, 3 lovely BEDROOMS, a FULL ceramic tile BATH, MASTER ½ BATH and a PULL-DOWN ATTIC. A 2ND FIREPLACE can be found in the lower-level FAMILY ROOM. This level is MOSTLY ABOVE-GRADE and also includes a 3rd BATH with ceramic tile shower, a laundry room (W&D included) with walk-in closet, a 2nd KITCHEN (includes refrigerator-no stove) & yet another breakfast bar, a BONUS ROOM (dining room, office, exercise room or 4th BR - you choose!), and 3-season enclosed SUNROOM which leads to the spacious backyard and patio. No need to worry about parking with TWO DRIVEWAYS and PARKING for 10+ CARS! You will love living in COMMUTER-FRIENDLY Burlington with its abundance of SHOPPING, DINING & NIGHTLIFE and easy access to RTES 95, 93 & 3 PLUS bus service to ORANGE, BLUE & RED lines. This lovely home is move-in ready (quick closing possible) and awaits your personal touches! Hurry as this one won't last!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Burlington, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood • Plumbed For Ice Maker
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Highway Access • House of Worship
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,First16 x 15
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Dining Room
Lvl Main,First10 x 9
Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First14 x 10
Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
Family Room
Lvl Basement18 x 17
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Lvl Main,First12 x 11
Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
Lvl Main,First11 x 9
Bedroom 3
Lvl Main,First10 x 10
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First9 x 6
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2
Lvl Main,First4 x 4
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 3
Lvl Basement13 x 4
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Population
26,274
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$146K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
25.8%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,184 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,601 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: Loreen Cinganelli
Listing Office: Steve Bremis Realty Group
MLS® Number: 73565982
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