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55 Cottage Street Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 20

55 Cottage Street Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 20

Recent Drop: $28,500

$445,000
$416,500

$416,500

55 Cottage Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Fitchburg, MA 01420

Beds

4

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,536

Style

Single Family

Built

1908

If you value peace & quiet this property delivers a sense of retreat while keeping you connected to local amenities. Perfectly situated off the street at the end of a private driveway is a Colonial home with 1,536 sq. ft. of living area. Generous sized rooms with 4 bedrooms on 2nd floor and one first floor or home office. Recent improvements are new architectural roof (Jan/2017), gutters, freshly painted rooms & re-finished deck plus a remodeled full bathroom & half bath. The eat-in kitchen has Corian counters, new stove, large pantry, kitchen bar open to dining room. Option for laundry to be on first floor (pantry hook-up) is currently in the basement. Paved driveway for 4-5 cars and a shed. Enjoy the large private two-tiered yard that gives you distinct zones for different outdoor activities. Have the upper tier for outdoor barbeques and the lower level for play-time. Close to Rte. 2 and Great Wolf Lodge, Fitchburg University, MWC College and Wachusett Mountain Ski area.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$271/sqft
Local Avg (Fitchburg)$256/sqft
6% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Fitchburg, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$445,000
Annual Taxes$4,520

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood Laminate
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningRB

Property & Lot

Acres0.27
SqFt Lot11,578
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Leased Water Heater • Oven • Dishwasher • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Shopping • Park • Golf • Highway Access • House of Worship • Private School

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBedroom 5Bathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First
Dining Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second
Bedroom 5
Lvl First
Bathroom 1
Lvl First
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Property History

Price Drop
$416,500

Was $420,000

Sep 8, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Price Drop
$420,000

Was $434,500

Jul 27, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Price Drop
$434,500

Was $445,000

Jul 14, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Listed
$445,000

Jun 20, 2026

MLS® 73535775

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)

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: 768 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,536 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 11,578 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: Linda Zichelle

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster

MLS® Number: 73535775

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