$310,000
SOLD AUG 29, 2024

85 Natural History Dr Worcester, MA 01605

1 Bed
1 Bath
714 Sq Ft
0.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$434 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Granite Flooring
  • Public Water Access
  • Lake View
  • 4-minute walk to Cole Mine Brook Park

About This Home

As of August 2024

Back on the market! Welcome to uninterrupted lake views of Quinsigamond Lake. This gorgeous 1-bedroom home offers a lakeside lifestyle year-round. Sunlit rooms with expansive windows provide breathtaking lake views from every corner of this open-concept home. Recent updates include a new roof, renovated bathroom, and a modern kitchen featuring quartz countertops and brand-new stainless steel appliances. Outside, the property boasts extensive deck space and a covered gazebo, all overlooking the lake. Situated just minutes from UMass Medical Center, Quinsigamond State Park, and major highways, residents can enjoy easy access to recreational activities and commuting routes. Perfect for first-time homeowners, students, Airbnb investors, or professionals, this rare gem combines it all. Although dedicated parking is not available, the affordable price and unique charm more than compensates for it. A home warranty is included,listing agent is related to seller.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Munise Ulker

Homesmart Success Realty

Homesmart Success Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Hernandez

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,165

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned RL-7

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • 714 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Shingle Roof

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Granite

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Dirt Floor

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Covered Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 110 Volts
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:46 B:015 L:8486,1801990

Community Details

Recreation

  • Marina

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,165

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker: 2.5
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Full, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
  • Living Area: 714
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6978
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 419.89
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 434.17
  • MAIN SO: AN8227

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Foundation Details: Granite
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake, Access, Public
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Medical Facility, Marina, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:46 B:015 L:8486,1801990
  • Zoning: RL-7
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Lot Size Area: 0.38
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16383
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 238
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3165
  • Tax Book Number: 70054

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Lake, Public, Walk to

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2024 08/29/24 Sold $310,000 +3.4% $434 / Sq Ft
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2024 07/14/24 Price Changed $299,800 0.0% $420 / Sq Ft
07/05/2024 07/05/24 For Sale $299,900 0.0% $420 / Sq Ft
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2024 06/27/24 For Sale $299,900 +391.6% $420 / Sq Ft
12/29/2023 12/29/23 Sold $61,000 -48.7% $80 / Sq Ft
11/15/2023 11/15/23 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Price Changed $119,000 -10.5% $156 / Sq Ft
09/19/2023 09/19/23 Price Changed $133,000 -5.0% $175 / Sq Ft
09/15/2023 09/15/23 For Sale $140,000 +129.5% $184 / Sq Ft
09/07/2023 09/07/23 Off Market $61,000 -- --
06/11/2023 06/11/23 Off Market $140,000 -- --
11/03/2022 11/03/22 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2022 10/17/22 For Sale $140,000 -- $184 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $4,064 $308,100 $123,900 $184,200
2024 $3,165 $230,200 $123,900 $106,300
2023 $3,001 $209,300 $106,700 $102,600
2022 $2,625 $172,600 $85,300 $87,300
2021 $2,374 $145,800 $68,300 $77,500
2020 $2,329 $137,000 $68,100 $68,900
2019 $2,277 $126,500 $65,800 $60,700
2018 $2,269 $120,000 $65,800 $54,200
2017 $2,278 $118,500 $65,800 $52,700
2016 $2,131 $103,400 $54,800 $48,600
2015 $2,075 $103,400 $54,800 $48,600
2014 $2,093 $107,100 $54,800 $52,300
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $302,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $302,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $307,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $27,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $30,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Foreclosure Deed $180,000 None Available
Foreclosure Deed $180,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73258280

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WORC-000046-000015-000084-000086