12 Gates Rd, Shrewsbury MA 01545

Shrewsbury, MA 01545
$655,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,280
Sq Ft
$287
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1945
Year Built
1
Garage Space
13
Days on Market
Sold 2026 Listed Mar 5, 2026 • MLS# 73482922 Copied! • Updated Apr 8, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $635,000
Final Sale Price: $655,000
Difference: +$20,000 (+3.1%)
Performance Metrics
103.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $279
Sale $/sq ft: $287
This property sold for $287 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$287/sq ft
Area Median
$337/sq ft
Difference
14.9%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Sitting on central, private lot in the heart of Shrewsbury, surrounded by mature trees, enhanced by beautiful gardens year-round, this timeless 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape blends historic character with modern comfort. The inviting front hallway, leads to a spacious and light-drenched living room with a cozy fireplace. To the left, the luminous formal dining room connects with a spacious kitchen featuring quality SS appliances, a granite island and corian surfaces. The kitchen opens on a large deck facing a flat, private backyard. Second floor features 3 bright, good-size bedrooms, an enormous walking/cedar closet, a full bath and plenty of storage. Lower level surprises you with a spacious opened plan, another fireplace & a bar, ready for the new owner to be creative. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, one car heated garage and a back yard shed completes it all. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history with all the conveniences of today, in one of most desirable locations!

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

2.2%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73594637
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Oct 23, 2026
$649,000
MLS #73594637 - Active
📋
Status: Active under contract
Mar 11, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Mar 11, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2026
$635,000
Original listing
Office: RE/MAX Prof Associates

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $7,185 $639,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,185
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$639,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1945
Living Area 2,280 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Concrete
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Microwave, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Cooktop
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Play Room, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $7,185
Assessed Value $639,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures All Info From Sources Deemed Reliable, But No Guarantee Is Made To The Accuracy Thereof; Buyer/buyers Agent To Do Due Diligence And Confirm All Information; New Natural Gas Boiler Dec(2025); All Hardwood Floors Redone(2026); Most Interior Freshly Paint(2026); Roof(2019); 3rd Bedroom Used As Office
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures Finished lower level included in total sqft; measurements by 3rd party may not be accurate
Documents None
County Worcester
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 14 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1945
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,280 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Concrete
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Cooktop
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Play Room, High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1945
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
School District
Shrewsbury School District local
A+
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.9% Low
0.6% Suspensions 0.8% In-School 0.3% Emergency
↓ 4.6% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
St. Mary School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Shrewsbury Montessori School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Gateways Academy
2.2 mi
Grades K-12
Al-Hamra Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Spring Street School
0.3 mi | #200 of 825 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
304 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A-
Walter J. Paton School
0.4 mi | #187 of 825 | Score: 55.6
Improved 20 spots from last year
-2.6 below state avg
263 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A
Floral Street School
1.3 mi | #124 of 825 | Score: 58.0
Improved 54 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
481 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A
Major Howard W. Beal School
1.8 mi | #132 of 825 | Score: 57.5
Improved 58 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
627 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
Parker Road Preschool
2.3 mi
173 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A-
Calvin Coolidge School
3.0 mi | #242 of 825 | Score: 52.7
Improved 61 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B+
Sherwood Middle School
1.2 mi | #267 of 825 | Score: 51.8
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
890 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 05-06
A+
Oak Middle School
1.4 mi | #30 of 352 | Score: 60.1
Improved 33 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
904 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Saint John's High School
1.1 mi
1 students Less Diverse
20 sports • 857 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Shrewsbury High School
1.7 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.9
Improved 21 spots from last year
+15.7 above state avg
1,913 students Diverse
19 sports • 2,168 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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12 Gates Rd, Shrewsbury MA 01545

Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ada Cimpeanu
Listing Office RE/MAX Prof Associates
Office Phone 508-834-7322
Agent MLS ID CN212294
Office MLS ID AN1194
Listing Data Updated Apr 8, 2026 2:01 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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