$789,900
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515 Main St Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Estimated payment $4,728/month

Total Views 20,856
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,748 Sq Ft
$287 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Marina
  • Open Floorplan
  • Walter J. Paton Elementary School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System

About This Home

Rich in history and thoughtfully restored, this distinguished Colonial was once owned by renowned agricultural pioneer and inventor of the modern plow, Joel Nurse. The main living area offers 4 beds and 1.5 baths w/ pristine hardwood flooring throughout. The European-inspired kitchen features quartz countertops and tile flooring. The dining room showcases wainscoting, while the living room offers built-ins and a wood-burning fireplace. A renovated half bath and sun-filled sunroom complete the main level. Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms and a full bath, including a primary suite w/ walk-in closet, dressing area, and walk-up attic. The refreshed in-law suite includes open living/dining, kitchen, full bath, and bedroom which is ideal for extended family/ADU potential. Set on a level and expansive lot, complete w/ a patio, stone wall, and thriving organic garden. Ideally located in the heart of Shrewsbury, this exceptional home has historic significance along w/ sophisticated updates.

Listing Agent

Katie Mulcahy

Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/15/2026

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,491

Year Built

  • Built in 1800

Lot Details

  • 13,176 Sq Ft Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RES B-

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,748 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Sliding Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Dual Closets
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Schools

  • Paton Elementary School
  • Sherwood/Oak Middle School
  • Shrewsbury High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:22 B:008000,1675147

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,491

Year Built

Built in 1800

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Year Built: 1800
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: 4097

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Slider, In-Law Floorplan, Sun Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Chair Rail, Dressing Room, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2748
  • Living Area: 2748
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0394

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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 Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:22 B:008000,1675147
  • Zoning: RES B-
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13176
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6491

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Shrewsbury High
  • Elementary School: Paton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sherwood/Oak

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $64 $528,800 $255,300 $273,500
2024 $6,414 $518,100 $243,200 $274,900
2023 $7,673 $584,800 $243,200 $341,600
2022 $7,549 $535,000 $243,200 $291,800
2021 $6,132 $464,900 $194,500 $270,400
2020 $5,797 $464,900 $194,500 $270,400
2019 $5,668 $450,900 $177,800 $273,100
2018 $5,249 $414,600 $169,100 $245,500
2017 $5,008 $390,300 $153,200 $237,100
2016 $4,944 $380,300 $143,200 $237,100
2015 $4,869 $368,900 $137,000 $231,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/15/2026 04/15/26 For Sale $789,900 +58.0% $287 / Sq Ft
12/01/2022 12/01/22 Sold $500,000 0.0% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/13/2022 09/13/22 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2022 06/17/22 For Sale $500,000 -- $182 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73502172

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SHRE M:22 B:008000

Massachusetts Worcester County Shrewsbury 01545

515 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA

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