
56 Francis Ave Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Estimated payment $4,400/month
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.
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
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 |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $129,000 | -- | |
Deed | $129,000 | -- |
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 |
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