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Seller's Agent in 2026
The Rao Team
130 Cottage St Franklin, MA 02038
Downtown Franklin Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,285
Sq Ft
7,048
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Granite Flooring
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Home Office
About This Home
As of June 2026Location 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!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Rao Team
Listed on: 04/15/2026
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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2013
Closed on
Dec 9, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Myriam Siraco
Realty ONE Group Suburban Lifestyle
Buyer's Agent
Chris Rao
List Price
$247,000
Sold Price
$237,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-3.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.43%
Original Mortgage
$230,375
Outstanding Balance
$168,203
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$350,550
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,600
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| 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 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $153,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 06/12/26 | Sold | $525,000 | 0.0% | $409 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/08/2026 05/08/26 | For Sale | $525,000 | 0.0% | $409 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/03/2026 05/03/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/02/2026 05/02/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/28/2026 04/28/26 | For Sale | $525,000 | 0.0% | $409 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/20/2026 04/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 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 |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Chris Rao
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Chris Rao
(508) 954-6566
2 in this area
12 Total Sales
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Joshua Shalin
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Joshua Shalin
ERA Key Realty Services-Bay State Group
(978) 979-8029
2 in this area
56 Total Sales
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Myriam Siraco
Seller's Agent in 2013
Myriam Siraco
Realty ONE Group Suburban Lifestyle
(508) 641-0956
2 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73502205
APN: FRAN-000286-000000-000178
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