
865 Washington St. Holliston — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $50,100
$899,900
865 Washington St., Holliston, MA 01746
Holliston, MA 01746 — Downtown
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
SqFt
3,466
Style
Single Family
Built
1750
Gracious and stately, this sunny center entrance colonial offers a lovely updated main house plus two income generating apartments, making this a wonderful opportunity and investment. Located in the charming village of downtown Holliston, this home offers a coveted lifestyle of walking to schools, shops, cafes, playground, library, Upper Charles Rail Trail and Lake Winthrop. Updated kitchen features white cabinetry, wood flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances and an exposed beam; living room with pine flooring, built-ins and working fireplace; family room with lots of windows, built-ins, working fireplace and pine flooring; spacious dining room with beautiful original mantle and detailing, plus built-ins. The new screened porch & half bath complete the main level. Upstairs bedrooms are spacious and inviting, including the primary bedroom which offers the potential of being two rooms. Walk up 3rd floor provides either another bedroom or a fabulous home office space. A gem!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Holliston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf • Bike Path
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Dining Room
Lvl FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding
Kitchen
Lvl FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
Family Room
Lvl FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondFlooring - Wood
Bedroom 4
Lvl ThirdCloset, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Beadboard
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Laminate, Beadboard
Property History
$899,900
Was $950,000
Aug 5, 2026
MLS® 73549299
$950,000
Jul 14, 2026
MLS® 73549299
$950,000
May 13, 2026
MLS® 73514582
$950,000
May 7, 2026
MLS® 73514582
Population
15,094
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$160K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
12.6%
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 3,466 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 15,682 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: Kathy Chisholm
Listing Office: Realty Executives Boston West
MLS® Number: 73549299
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