130 Cottage St Franklin, MA 02038
Downtown Franklin NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,237/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Granite Flooring
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
Location is everything! This charming 3-bed, 1.5-bath home offers freshly painted living space right in the heart of Franklin. Enjoy peace of mind with extensive recent updates, including new carpets (2026) in the living room & bedrooms, new lighting fixtures, and a new back door (2026). The kitchen features a newer dishwasher and stove, plus updated flooring. Major essentials have been handled, from the main roof (2019) to the energy-efficient mini-splits for cooling. Imagine walking just minutes to grab dinner at The Rome, taking the kids to the Children’s Museum, or catching the Commuter Rail for a stress-free trip to Boston. The property features a detached 1-car garage and a fully fenced backyard, perfect for summer BBQs. If you’ve been looking for that "walk-to-everything" lifestyle with all the big projects already done, this is the one. Come see why life on Cottage St is so special!
Co-Listing Agent
The Rao Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, April 19, 202611:00 am to 1:00 pm4/19/2026 11:00:00 AM +00:004/19/2026 1:00:00 PM +00:00Open HouseAdd to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,413
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 7,048 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,285 Sq Ft Home
- Home Office
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Granite
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Franklin Middle School
- Franklin High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 3 Cooling Zones
- Forced Air Heating System
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:286 L:178,90219
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Downtown Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,413 | $465,800 | $234,500 | $231,300 |
| 2024 | $5,221 | $442,800 | $234,500 | $208,300 |
| 2023 | $5,506 | $437,700 | $256,000 | $181,700 |
| 2022 | $4,991 | $355,200 | $195,400 | $159,800 |
| 2021 | $4,859 | $331,700 | $203,400 | $128,300 |
| 2020 | $4,746 | $327,100 | $205,200 | $121,900 |
| 2019 | $4,426 | $301,900 | $180,000 | $121,900 |
| 2018 | $4,287 | $292,600 | $183,600 | $109,000 |
| 2017 | $4,214 | $289,000 | $180,000 | $109,000 |
| 2016 | $4,105 | $283,100 | $187,100 | $96,000 |
| 2015 | $3,934 | $265,100 | $169,100 | $96,000 |
| 2014 | $3,758 | $260,100 | $164,100 | $96,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 04/15/26 | For Sale | $525,000 | +121.1% | $409 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/09/2013 12/09/13 | Sold | $237,500 | 0.0% | $180 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/29/2013 10/29/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/07/2013 10/07/13 | Off Market | $237,500 | -- | -- | |
| 10/02/2013 10/02/13 | Price Changed | $239,900 | -2.9% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/18/2013 09/18/13 | For Sale | $247,000 | -- | $187 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $237,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $237,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $192,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $192,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $225,859 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $225,859 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $153,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73502205
APN: FRAN-000286-000000-000178
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