$599,900

141 Chestnut St Gardner, MA 01440

Gardner Area

Estimated payment $3,885/month

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,873 Sq Ft
$155 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn or Stable
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 2-minute walk to Jackson Playground and Skate Park

About This Home

Step into the Watkins Estate, a residence defined by timeless craftsmanship and remarkable architectural detail. Rich woodwork, 9 foot ceilings, and continuous hardwood flooring set an elegant tone throughout the home. The front to back living room features a striking fireplace and flows seamlessly through two sets of original pocket doors into both the formal living room and the family room/den, offering exceptional flexibility. The formal dining room, complete with built in cabinetry, is designed for memorable gatherings. The eat in kitchen includes granite counters, a butler’s pantry, and built in wall ovens—ideal for both everyday meals and entertaining. On the second floor, the primary suite impresses with a fireplace, a spacious bath, oversized walk in closet, and laundry. Two additional bedrooms and a cozy sitting area complete this level. The third floor expands the home’s possibilities with a full kitchen, a living room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms. With its separate entrance, this level is well suited for guests, extended family, or in law suite. Outside, the property features an oversized carriage house/garage with room for four vehicles, a workshop area, and a full second floor for storage or future creative use.

Listing Agent

Matthew Straight

Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster Listed on: 09/08/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,897

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 20,554 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,873 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 4 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Barn or Stable

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0R22 B:0002 L:0017,3537675

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,897

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0.47 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • MLSPIN_ADU: Y
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3873
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 3873
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Partial

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Barn/Stable
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 4
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0R22 B:0002 L:0017,3537675
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20554
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6897

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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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 $64 $442,600 $74,900 $367,700
2024 $6,461 $431,000 $68,100 $362,900
2023 $6,470 $401,100 $67,100 $334,000
2022 $8,351 $449,200 $50,800 $398,400
2021 $8,154 $406,900 $44,200 $362,700
2020 $7,750 $392,600 $44,200 $348,400
2019 $7,476 $371,200 $44,200 $327,000
2018 $6,945 $342,600 $44,200 $298,400
2017 $6,396 $312,300 $44,200 $268,100
2016 $6,649 $324,800 $44,200 $280,600
2015 $4,438 $222,100 $44,200 $177,900
2014 $4,282 $226,900 $49,000 $177,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/08/2026 09/08/26 For Sale $599,900 +42.8% $155 / Sq Ft
02/23/2021 02/23/21 Sold $420,000 -2.3% $113 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2020 12/01/20 For Sale $430,000 +2.4% $115 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Off Market $420,000 -- --
10/09/2020 10/09/20 Price Changed $430,000 0.0% $115 / Sq Ft
10/09/2020 10/09/20 For Sale $430,000 -0.6% $115 / Sq Ft
09/24/2020 09/24/20 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2020 08/26/20 Price Changed $432,500 -3.9% $116 / Sq Ft
05/28/2020 05/28/20 For Sale $450,000 +34.4% $121 / Sq Ft
04/29/2016 04/29/16 Sold $334,900 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/10/2016 04/10/16 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2016 03/11/16 For Sale $334,900 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft
03/08/2016 03/08/16 Off Market $334,900 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed $420,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $334,900 --
Deed $299,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $336,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $344,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $248,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $103,500 No Value Available
Closed $230,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Matthew Straight

Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster

(978) 644-6672

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Matt Straight, the founder of Straight Real Estate Solutions, grew up in the Real Estate Business. Both his parents were Realtors, Property Managers, and Landlords and he started working in the family business while attending Fitchburg State University. While attending college, Matt purchased his first investment property and over the years has owned and managed over 100 rental units.

In 2016, after selling all of his investments properties, Matt decided to open Straight Real Estate

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73573120

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: GARD-000022R-000002-000017

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