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491 Mount Elam Rd, Fitchburg MA 01420
Fitchburg, MA 01420
$439,900
$434,900
Est. $2,794/month
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About this home
Surrounded by mature trees on a level half-acre lot, this charming ranch-style home offers privacy, character and convenience just minutes from Route 2. The backyard feels like your own retreat with raised garden beds, perennial gardens, a patio and outdoor hot tub (negotiable with acceptable offer). Inside, hardwood floors run throughout the fireplace living room, dining area and all three bedrooms. The bright, whimsical kitchen opens to a standout family room addition featuring knotty pine paneling, slate floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. One bedroom is currently being used as a walk-in pantry, offering flexible space for storage, hobbies or a home office. Additional highlights include an attached one-car garage, new furnace and upgraded electrical. Come make this one your own and start building equity!
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
1.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 9, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 8, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 22, 2026
$434,900
$5,000
(-1.14%)
From $439,900 to $434,900 (-1.1%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2026
$439,900
Original listing
Office: Keller Williams Gateway Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/08/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/22/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $434,900 | $5,000 | - | From $439,900 to $434,900 (-1.1%) |
| 06/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $439,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,733 | $350,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,733
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$350,300
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1951
Living Area
1,584 sq ft
Lot Size
0.52 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces
5
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,733
Assessed Value
$350,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Exclusions
Hot Tub Is Negotiable With Acceptable Offer.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Worcester
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
45 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1951
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,584 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,584 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Ranch
Year Built:
1951
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Private
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities:
Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Fitchburg School District local
C+
School Safety
2024-25
8.1%
Above Average
4.6%
Suspensions
4.6%
In-School
3.5%
Emergency
2.6% above state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
C-
South Street Early Learning Center
1.0 mi
|
#697 of 825
|
Score: 48.1
Same rank as last year
Limited historical data for year-over-year comparison
569 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-K
C
Reingold Elementary School
1.5 mi
|
#606 of 825
|
Score: 40.4
Improved 117 spots from last year
-17.8 below state avg
619 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 01-05
St. Bernard Elementary School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
C
Memorial Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#280 of 352
|
Score: 33.8
Dropped 10 spots from last year
-24.4 below state avg
620 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
D
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
1.9 mi
|
#328 of 352
|
Score: 28.6
Improved 12 spots from last year
-29.6 below state avg
577 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
B-
Sky View Middle School
4.8 mi
|
#192 of 352
|
Score: 41.0
Improved 32 spots from last year
-17.2 below state avg
880 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Notre Dame Preparatory High School
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
St. Bernard's Central Catholic High School
1.7 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Goodrich Academy
1.9 mi
|
#23 of 25
|
Score: 22.0
Improved 363 spots from last year
-36.2 below state avg
101 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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491 Mount Elam Rd, Fitchburg MA 01420
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Melanie Norcross
Listing Office
Keller Williams Gateway Realty
Office Phone
603-912-5470
Agent MLS ID
CT004944
Office MLS ID
AN5852
Listing Data Updated
Jul 23, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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