Active Under Contract
120 Days on market
557 Fitchburg State Rd Ashby — Photo 1 of 42

557 Fitchburg State Rd Ashby — Photo 1 of 42

Recent Drop: $90,000

$739,900
$649,900

$649,900

557 Fitchburg State Rd, Ashby, MA 01431

Ashby, MA 01431

Beds

5

Baths

3

SqFt

4,116

Style

Single Family

Built

1940

Spacious 5-bedroom, 3 bath home set on over 2 acres in Ashby! Enter through the welcoming front porch into the open kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and radiant floor heating that extends into the dining and great room. The first floor offers a flexible and functional layout with a dining room, large family room with cathedral ceilings, second living room/sitting area, playroom, office, laundry, and beautifully updated full bath with tiled shower. The second-floor features 4 bedrooms including a spacious primary suite with tiled shower and soaking tub, plus an additional full bath. Finished third floor offers a great bonus space for a private retreat, or potential bedroom with an oversized closet. Additional features include OWNED SOLAR PANELS, electric car charger in garage, large shed, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Great combination of space, functionality, and modern updates! Schedule your showing today!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$158/sqft
Local Avg (Ashby)$245/sqft
36% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 11 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Ashby, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$739,900
Annual Taxes$8,349

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street9

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms13
FireplacesNone
Flooring--
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningRA

Property & Lot

Acres2.23
SqFt Lot97,139
Lot Features--

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Bedroom 5
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First
Dining Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Family Room
Lvl First
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second
Bedroom 5
Lvl Third
Bathroom 1
Lvl First
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

Property History

Price Drop
$649,900

Was $675,000

Jul 29, 2026

MLS® 73517007

Price Drop
$675,000

Was $699,900

Jul 6, 2026

MLS® 73517007

Price Drop
$699,900

Was $739,900

Jun 1, 2026

MLS® 73517007

Listed
$739,900

May 12, 2026

MLS® 73517007

Population

3,211

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

Median Household Income

$116K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

4.5%

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 4,116 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 97,139 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: Gerard Breau

Listing Office: Prospective Realty INC

MLS® Number: 73517007

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