Israel Sierra
Charles S. Pavolis
(781) 785-8673
17 Total Sales
1 in Forest Grove
$500,000 Price
5 Birchwood Rd Worcester, MA 01609
Forest Grove NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $478,000 - $575,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,630
Sq Ft
$327/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Custom Closet System
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Open Floorplan
- Fruit Trees
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of June 2025BACK ON MARKET!This Beautifully Maintained 3 bedroom 2 Baths Ranch is on the market after nearly 30 years! This home is situated in a very desirable west side neighborhood* Perfect for entertaining *Open concept living with Custom Kitchen Cabinets Galore*Including double sized drawers for pots and pans and dishes*built in pantry cabinet *granite counters* New Range* BIG Dining room with Custom Stone wood burning fireplace and Picture windows offering beautiful views of the back yard *Great Room with cathedral ceilings Big multiple windows and skylight offering plenty of light*sliding door opens your nice size patio and flat low maintenance back yard with vinyl fenced and shed*Off the kitchen is the laundry room and plenty of extra storage!Home offers solar panels and solar tube lighting in Primary Bath for even greater saving. *NEWLY RENOVATED BATHS*NEWER ROOF*NEWER BOILER* NEWER OIL TANK* NEWER DISHWASHER* NEW RANGE*NEW AIR CONDITION UNITS*SOLAR PANELS*WIRED FOR A HOT TUB
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,918
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 16,552 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Fruit Trees
- Property is zoned RS-10
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Manufactured Home on a slab
- Ranch Style House
- Frame Construction
- Batts Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,630 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Picture Window
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Mud Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Storage
- Exterior Basement Entry
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Custom Closet System
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Shower
- Separate Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Solar Power System
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Two cooling system units
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1805716
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Carraher Joseph and Carraher Deborah C
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jane Murphy
Results Realty
Buyer's Agent
Alise Bartolini
Castinetti Realty Group
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$519,335
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,665
-1.08%
Views
245
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$13,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.13%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Outstanding Balance
$326,223
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$206,734
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1996
Sold by
Markowitz William and Markowitz Lisaanne
Bought by
Carraher Joseph and Carraher Deborah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 1993
Sold by
Anne R Cole Est and Savat
Bought by
Markowitz William
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Forest Grove, MA
-
Israel Sierra
-
Matheus Goncalves
Matheus Goncalves
Mega Realty Services Inc
(508) 761-1925
163 Total Sales
1 in Forest Grove
$719,000 Price
-
Taylor Blair
Taylor Blair
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(774) 772-5493
74 Total Sales
1 in Forest Grove
$458,000 Price
-
Robert Everett
Robert Everett
Media Realty Group Inc
(978) 350-0848
30 Total Sales
1 in Forest Grove
$243,000 Price
-
Benjamin Roy
Benjamin Roy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster
(978) 798-6974
51 Total Sales
1 in Forest Grove
$655,000 Price
-
Carl Cempe
Carl Cempe
StartPoint Realty
(774) 504-2942
105 Total Sales
2 in Forest Grove
$415K - $425K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $530,000 | None Available | ||
| Carraher Joseph | $141,000 | -- | |
| Markowitz William | $123,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $330,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Carraher Joseph P | $140,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Carraher Joseph P | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Carraher Joseph P | $123,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Markowitz William | $97,550 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Sold | $519,335 | -1.1% | $319 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2025 04/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | 0.0% | $322 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $322 / 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 | $5,015 | $380,200 | $123,900 | $256,300 |
| 2024 | $4,918 | $357,700 | $123,900 | $233,800 |
| 2023 | $4,741 | $330,600 | $106,700 | $223,900 |
| 2022 | $4,209 | $276,700 | $85,300 | $191,400 |
| 2021 | $4,133 | $253,900 | $68,300 | $185,600 |
| 2020 | $3,976 | $233,900 | $68,100 | $165,800 |
| 2019 | $3,825 | $212,500 | $65,800 | $146,700 |
| 2018 | $3,723 | $196,900 | $65,800 | $131,100 |
| 2017 | $3,784 | $196,900 | $65,800 | $131,100 |
| 2016 | $3,817 | $185,200 | $54,900 | $130,300 |
| 2015 | $3,717 | $185,200 | $54,900 | $130,300 |
| 2014 | $3,548 | $181,600 | $54,900 | $126,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jane Murphy
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jane Murphy
Results Realty
(508) 769-6917
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Alise Bartolini
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Alise Bartolini
Castinetti Realty Group
(508) 271-5211
1 in this area
87 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73352636
APN: WORC-000055-000011A-000013
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