Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Page
LAER Realty Partners
(978) 390-1700
3 in this area
97 Total Sales
42 Benjamin Rd Shirley, MA 01464
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,968
Sq Ft
0.69
Acres
Highlights
- Community Stables
- Landscaped Professionally
- Wood Flooring
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of October 2025Stop your search now! This classic 1940s colonial with solid bones is set on over half an acre of land along a scenic country road. Step inside the foyer to find hardwood floors, double-height ceilings, and a handsome wooden staircase. The first floor offers a full-length living room with a fireplace and access to a spacious family room. A dining room, kitchen, half-bath, and practical mudroom leading to the driveway and large backyard complete the level. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms along with the home’s full bath. The location is ideal, just minutes from Shirley’s commuter rail stop and Main Street, as well as Benjamin Hill Park and other recreational amenities. 42 Benjamin Road is also only a 5-minute drive to Route 2 and just over a 10-minute drive to I-495. Highest and best offers are due by Tuesday at 5 PM; seller reserves the right to accept an offer before the deadline. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to customize a well-maintained home in a desirable setting
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,766
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 0.69 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned R2
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,968 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Mud Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Shared Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Lura A. White Elementary Scho
- Ayer Shirley Regional Middle S
- Ayer Shirley Regional High Sch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0033 B:000B L:00004,744449
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Community Stables
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2025
Closed on
Oct 3, 2025
Sold by
Middlesex Land Hldg Llc
Bought by
Decoste Tucker and Beers Emma
Seller's Agent
Michael Page
LAER Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Stahovec
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
List Price
$429,900
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
2.35%
Views
23
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.77%
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Outstanding Balance
$395,648
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$38,333
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2022
Sold by
Middlesex Land Hldg Llc
Bought by
Shirley Station Dev Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,200,000
Interest Rate
5.23%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2019
Sold by
Wesolowski Diana and Furnivall Lisa
Bought by
Middlesex Land Holdings
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2017
Sold by
Wesolowski Joan
Bought by
Cella Rosemary and Wesolowski Diana
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 1972
Bought by
Wesolowski Gladys
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $440,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $3,400,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $500,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $150,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $396,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $4,200,000 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | Sold | $440,000 | +2.3% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | For Sale | $429,900 | -- | $218 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,766 | $444,600 | $135,600 | $309,000 |
| 2024 | $5,851 | $431,200 | $124,000 | $307,200 |
| 2023 | $5,542 | $390,800 | $124,000 | $266,800 |
| 2022 | $5,556 | $358,900 | $133,600 | $225,300 |
| 2021 | $5,478 | $331,400 | $121,600 | $209,800 |
| 2020 | $5,216 | $323,800 | $121,600 | $202,200 |
| 2019 | $5,120 | $318,400 | $121,600 | $196,800 |
| 2018 | $5,043 | $307,100 | $116,800 | $190,300 |
| 2017 | $4,931 | $298,500 | $113,600 | $184,900 |
| 2016 | $4,750 | $287,700 | $113,600 | $174,100 |
| 2015 | $4,880 | $281,900 | $112,000 | $169,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Page
-
Lisa Stahovec
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lisa Stahovec
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(978) 760-2423
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73426560
APN: SHIR-000033-B000000-000004
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