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$699,000

26 Nelson Pl, Worcester MA 01605
Worcester, MA 01605
Listed by Noelle Merle
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
2,475 sqft
Year built
1914

About this home

**OPEN HOUSE SAT 9/19 11-1PM**West Side Oasis! Set on a stunning 1.5-acre lot, this beautiful home offers unparalleled privacy and pastoral views, complete with a charming pond adorned with lily pads and brimming with wildlife, a rare find in Worcester! The inviting covered front porch, featuring a cozy porch swing, welcomes you inside through an antique front door to a spacious 3–4 bedroom Colonial filled with character. High ceilings, gleaming wood floors and authentic period details create a warm, timeless atmosphere. Enjoy two fireplaces, a formal dining room with glass doors opening to a front-to-back living room, and a cozy den accentuated by rich wood paneling.The bright kitchen overlooks the gorgeous backyard and includes a convenient half bath on the main floor. Upstairs, three bedrooms await, including a primary suite with an en suite bathroom and a beautifully remodeled full bath for the additional bedrooms. An adorable office and a finished walk-up attic offer flexible space perfect for a guest room, play area, or home office.This lovingly maintained home boasts updates such as a new high-efficiency heating system and upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Outside, you’ll find a two-car garage, brand-new driveway, and even a basketball court for endless fun.Experience peaceful living with all the comforts and charm you desire in this exceptional West Side retreat.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS #
73575758
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
9
On market date
September 16, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
6
Lot size
1.53 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Nelson Place
0.14 mi away · Grades -1-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
568
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
Worcester
Middle
Forest Grove Middle
0.68 mi away · Grades 7-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
932
Student:teacher ratio
12.6:1
District
Worcester
High
Burncoat Senior High
1.64 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,176
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
District
Worcester

Walkability

Blended score for Worcester's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

40
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
8.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Nearby-amenity density
38 / 100
Restaurants & cafes3
Grocery stores0
Parks3
Schools6
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Worcester, from live MLS data.

On the market 9 days -- 76 fewer days than Worcester's current average of 85 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,189 active listings in Worcester right now is $349,999.

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$4,359/mo
$139,800 down
$559,200 loan
Principal & interest$3,627
Property tax (est.)$583
Home insurance (est.)$150

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