$699,900
PENDING $150K PRICE DROP

56 Francis Ave Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Estimated payment $4,400/month

Total Views 20,071
5 Beds
2 Baths
1,992 Sq Ft
$351 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walter J. Paton Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

BEST & FINAL OFFERS DUE Sun, 8/17 by 10am. Updated 5-bed, 2-bath Colonial in sought-after Shrewsbury neighborhood offers flexibility, charm, and standout outdoor living. Main lvl features a true BR, formal sitting rm, open living/dining area, and kitchen w/ granite, SS apps, butler’s pantry w/ prep sink + freezer, wood floors + rear slider. Four add’l BRs upstairs, each w/ custom built-ins. Main bath w/ soaker tub; upstairs full bath w/ laundry. Barn-style 2-car garage w/ custom doors, lofted storage, and 1 heated, insulated, drywalled bay—ideal for workshop or studio. Exterior features Harvey cement board + cedar clapboard siding, farmer’s porch, large deck and privacy fencing. Backyard retreat includes heated IG pool w/ new liner, lock-tight cover, lighting, hot tub area, garden, fire pit patio, shed w/ shelving and more. Add’l updates: 2022 roof, newer HVAC, updated windows, and 2 new water tanks. Mins to top schools, parks & commuter rail.

Listing Agent

andrea castinetti

Castinetti Realty Group Listed on: 06/26/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Siobhan Costello Weber

Castinetti Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,029

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned RES B-

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Open Parking

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,992 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Sliding Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Custom Closet System
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

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

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:22 B:347000,1675551

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,029

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Main,First
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Slider, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1992
  • Living Area: 1992
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4508
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 351.36
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 351.36

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:22 B:347000,1675551
  • Zoning: RES B-
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Lot Size Area: 0.51
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22228
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 183

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7029
  • Tax Book Number: 16398

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $70 $583,800 $265,300 $318,500
2024 $6,955 $561,800 $252,700 $309,100
2023 $6,795 $517,900 $252,700 $265,200
2022 $6,426 $455,400 $252,700 $202,700
2021 $5,155 $390,800 $202,200 $188,600
2020 $4,873 $390,800 $202,200 $188,600
2019 $4,731 $376,400 $186,200 $190,200
2018 $4,445 $351,100 $179,100 $172,000
2017 $4,213 $328,400 $162,500 $165,900
2016 $3,988 $306,800 $152,700 $154,100
2015 $3,992 $302,400 $148,300 $154,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Pending -- -- --
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Price Changed $699,900 -12.5% $351 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Price Changed $799,900 -5.9% $402 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $849,900 -- $427 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $129,000 --
Deed $129,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,000 Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Open $336,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $352,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $316,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $315,832 FHA
Closed $75,000 No Value Available
Closed $50,000 No Value Available
Closed $324,000 No Value Available
Closed $50,000 No Value Available
Closed $225,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73397480

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SHRE-000022-000000-347000