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78 Blackmer Rd Southbridge — Photo 1 of 36

78 Blackmer Rd Southbridge — Photo 1 of 36

$489,500

78 Blackmer Rd, Southbridge, MA 01550

Southbridge, MA 01550

Beds

2

Baths

1

SqFt

832

Style

Single Family

Built

1954

Do you want a mini farm or just privacy ? Once a thriving flower business with several greenhouses on the property and a combination barn/garage/ greenhouse structure, the property supplied many people with opportunities to select beautiful plantings for their homes and landscaping. The land has some open areas but mostly wooded and has a very small natural pond . The drone photos give views of the general area and includes some ot this 17 acres. Nearby are several horse farms . The property has a small 4 room house which has an updated roof, siding,and furnace. Interior is in process of being emptied out from furnishings . The lower level has many windows with light and brightness if you want to make a workshop or man cave, The interior is a perfect canvas and you paint the picture by renovating the interior with a new kitchen ,bath and paint or you keep a more rustic interior and paint and refurbish the existing rooms.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$588/sqft
Local Avg (Southbridge)$269/sqft
119% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 20 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Southbridge, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$489,500
Annual Taxes$5,748

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms4
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
WaterPrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres17
SqFt Lot740,520
Lot FeaturesWooded, Level

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Oven • Range

Neighborhood

Shopping • Medical Facility • Highway Access • House of Worship • Public School

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Living RoomKitchenMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Master Bedroom
Lvl First
Bedroom 2
Lvl First
Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Population

17,928

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

Median Household Income

$66K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

57.3%

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: 416 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 832 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 740,520 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: Joann Szymczak

Listing Office: RE/MAX Vision

MLS® Number: 73543635

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