$642,000
SOLD FEB 28, 2025

12 James Rd Sterling, MA 01564

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,516 Sq Ft
4.04 Acres

Recently Sold

$255 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • 4.04 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Sauna
  • Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome Home to this beautiful 3 BR 3 BA 2500 SF Contemporary nestled in the charming town of Sterling! Step inside and you'll be greeted by a stunning cathedral ceiling that enhances the sense of space and invites in heaps of natural light! Wonderful kitchen with sunny breakfast nook!. Spacious dining area opens to a lovely sunroom and deck! Primary BR is en suite with walk-in closet and balcony. 2 additional bedrooms and full bath with jacuzzi tub round out the main level. Hardwoods abound! Lower level boasts all new luxury vinyl plank flooring and includes a family room with wood stove, playroom along with a home office, full bath and a laundry room. Freshly painted in pleasing neutrals. Mini splits! 4 acres of gorgeous privacy. Raised bed gardens. Chicken coop. Hot tub. Circular drive. Wonderful walkable neighborhood!Close to highways, Rail Trail.15 minutes to Worcester. This home is not to be missed if you are looking for that truly something special!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kim German

Quinsigamond Realty Listed on: 01/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Aditi Jain

Redfin Corp.

Redfin Corp.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,937

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 4.04 Acre Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,516 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Sauna
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Whole House Fan
  • 4 Cooling Zones
  • 7 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00113 L:00055,3430508

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,937

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Compensation Offered but Not in MLS
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Home Office, Exercise Room, Sun Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Main,Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Main,Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Main,Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Laminate
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Room Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,Second
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access, Slider
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Level: Basement
  • Room Office Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate
  • Living Area: 2516
  • Spa Features: Private
  • Spa YN: Yes
  • MAIN LO: H62400
  • MAIN SO: NB3534
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Balcony, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Garden
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Ductless, Whole House Fan
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Wood Stove, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 7
  • COOLING ZONES: 4

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00113 L:00055,3430508
  • Zoning: Residentia
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 175982
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6937

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2025
Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Gitto-Garreffi Isabella M and Garreffi Jack M
Bought by
Boucher James E and Chiasson Emily E
Seller's Agent
Kim German
Quinsigamond Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aditi Jain
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$619,900
Sold Price
$642,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,100
3.57%
Views
133
Current Estimated Value
$649,205

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,205
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.37%
Original Mortgage
$513,600
Outstanding Balance
$510,189
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$139,016

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2023
Closed on
Apr 26, 2023
Sold by
Lashua Michael P and Lashua Christina G
Bought by
Gitto Isabella M and Garreffi Jack M
Seller's Agent
Rich Hills
Media Realty Group Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Kelly
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$531,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.14%
Views
58

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.81%
Original Mortgage
$424,800
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2016
Sold by
Gunther Joseph E and Gunther Susan
Bought by
Lashua Michael P and Lashua Christina G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 1980
Bought by
Gunther Joseph E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $642,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $642,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $531,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $531,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $365,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $365,000 --
Deed $80,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $513,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $513,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $424,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $292,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $268,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Sold $642,000 +3.6% $255 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2025 01/29/25 For Sale $619,900 +16.7% $246 / Sq Ft
04/26/2023 04/26/23 Sold $531,000 +1.1% $211 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/05/2023 02/05/23 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2023 02/02/23 For Sale $525,000 -- $209 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,890 $534,900 $194,100 $340,800
2024 $6,937 $521,200 $188,000 $333,200
2023 $6,538 $457,200 $179,900 $277,300
2022 $6,004 $393,700 $158,600 $235,100
2021 $68 $360,000 $155,900 $204,100
2020 $5,994 $356,600 $169,000 $187,600
2019 $6,062 $351,000 $169,000 $182,000
2018 $60 $353,900 $162,700 $191,200
2017 $5,259 $291,700 $149,900 $141,800
2016 $5,418 $295,600 $149,900 $145,700
2015 $5,099 $294,900 $144,400 $150,500
2014 $4,993 $294,900 $144,400 $150,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73330468

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: STER-000113-000000-000055