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Open House: Fri 1/16 4:00 PM
42
$650,000
Total Beds: 6 Total Baths: 2
Total Units: 2 SQFT: 1797
LOT size: 0.15 Acres
78 Essex St
Marlborough, MA 01752
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Property Description

Open Houses Friday 1/16 4:00-6:00, Sat 1/17 10:00-1:00. Well-maintained two-family home in a great location, church street Neighborhood, offering an excellent opportunity for owner-occupants or investors. Spacious rooms First floor unit is 2 bedroom 1 bath, hardwood. Second & third floors are Unit 2 with 4 bedroom, 1 bath, New rugs thru-out. Each unit offers comfortable living space with strong rental potential. Entire home was gutted to the studs in 2005, New Electrical (separate 100amps each), New Plumbing, New insulation, blueboard, windows, vinyl siding. Additional major improvements include a brand-new roof (2024) and BOTH heating systems approx 6 years old. Separate utilities. Laundry in both units. Property has lead compliance. Enjoy a nice-sized yard (Bigger than fenced in area see pictures) adds appeal for tenants and owner-occupants, potential additional living area. Walk to downtown. Quick closing possible, currently not rented due to sale.

Property Details

Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Amenities: Bike Path, Conservation Area, Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Laundromat, Medical Facility, Park, Public School, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Common Rooms: Kitchen, Living Room
  • Common Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Financial

  • APOD Available: No
  • Expenses Source: Owner Provided

Utilities

  • Electric Info: 200 Amps
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 2

Construction

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73468006
  • Last Updated: 01/14/26

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Seller's Representative: Heather Everett, ERA Key Realty Services - Distinctive Group
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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