$850,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

85 Howe St Ashland, MA 01721

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,946 Sq Ft
0.72 Acres

Recently Sold

$437 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Ashland Middle School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2025

Don’t miss this beautifully updated Cape set in a peaceful setting. The main level features an open-concept newly renovated kitchen and dining area. A spacious mudroom with direct garage access adds convenience and a brand-new full bath brings modern comfort. Enjoy the cozy sitting area that opens to a back deck, or relax in the living room. The second floor features 3 generous bedrooms with a fully renovated bathroom. The spacious lower level can be used as an office, playroom or living space, containing ample storage, a dedicated laundry room, and outdoor access. Behind the scenes there is a new energy efficient Mitsubishi heat pump system, 5 new remote controlled skylights with Velux blinds, 200 Amp electrical service, and a fully fenced yard. Additionally, the attached garage contains a Chargepoint car charger. The location is unmatched - within minutes of 3 commuter rail stations and all major highways, while also maintaining a secluded feel. Too many updates to list!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Whaley

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 06/03/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Co-Listed By

Kimberly Bavis

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Marc Cercone

Realty Executives Boston West

Realty Executives Boston West

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,466

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.72 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Sitting Room
  • Home Office
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Schools

  • Pittaway/Warren Elementary School
  • AMS Middle School
  • AHS High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • Central Heating
  • 5 Heating Zones
  • Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3293375

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,466

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Cape
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Sub Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Mud Room, Sitting Room, Office, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Office Level: Basement
  • Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1946
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 470
  • Living Area: 1946
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: BB5398
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 5

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3293375
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.72
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 31363
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9466

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Ahs
  • Elementary School: Pittaway/Warren
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ams

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Hoffman Carl-Christian and Hertel Johanna J
Bought by
Jagtap Vinayak V and Talele Nirupama
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Marc Cercone
Realty Executives Boston West
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
6.38%
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$839,804

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,196
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.43%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Outstanding Balance
$677,702
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$162,102

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2022
Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Mcduffie Gagliardi Lt and Mcduffie
Bought by
Hoffmann Carl Christian and Hertel Johanna J
Seller's Agent
Pamela Bathen
Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
$90,100
15.02%
Views
27

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2020
Sold by
Mcduffie Michael and Gagliardi Ann
Bought by
Mcduffie Gagliardi Lt

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2017
Closed on
Jun 23, 2017
Sold by
Legassey Charles and Legassey Joan
Bought by
Mcduffie Michael and Gagliardi Ann
Seller's Agent
Lorraine Estella
Realty Executives Boston West
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Narcisi
Coldwell Banker Realty - Northborough
List Price
$469,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.02%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2000
Sold by
Donovan Debora P
Bought by
Legassey Charles and Legassey Joan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
8.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1994
Sold by
Bachrach Robert D and Bachrach Karen S
Bought by
Donovan James M and Donovan Debora P
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $850,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $850,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $690,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $690,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $470,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $470,000 --
Deed $293,000 --
Deed $179,500 --
Deed $179,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $680,000 New Conventional
Closed $680,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $376,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $185,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $850,000 +6.4% $437 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $799,000 +15.8% $411 / Sq Ft
09/22/2022 09/22/22 Sold $690,000 +15.0% $355 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/22/2022 08/22/22 Pending -- -- --
08/18/2022 08/18/22 For Sale $599,900 +27.6% $308 / Sq Ft
06/23/2017 06/23/17 Sold $470,000 +0.2% $152 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/18/2017 03/18/17 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2017 03/10/17 For Sale $469,000 -- $151 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $9,228 $722,600 $266,800 $455,800
2024 $8,940 $675,200 $266,800 $408,400
2023 $8,294 $602,300 $254,200 $348,100
2022 $8,366 $526,800 $231,000 $295,800
2021 $7,861 $493,500 $231,000 $262,500
2020 $7,626 $471,900 $231,000 $240,900
2019 $7,443 $457,200 $231,000 $226,200
2018 $7,352 $442,600 $228,800 $213,800
2017 $7,134 $427,200 $228,800 $198,400
2016 $6,900 $405,900 $225,800 $180,100
2015 $6,650 $384,400 $212,900 $171,500
2014 $6,514 $374,600 $188,900 $185,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73384249

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ASHL-000012-000041