42 Ernest Ave Worcester — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $31,500
$490,000
42 Ernest Ave, Worcester, MA 01604
Worcester, MA 01604
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,769
Style
Single Family
Built
1935
PRICE DROP! Open House will be rescheduled to next Saturday and Sunday due to weather. Oversized 1935 Cape with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and nearly 2,800 square feet. Private master suite, mostly finished basement, big deck, and parking for 5+ cars. Major systems updated before 2019. See you there!
Key facts
It was listed on May 18, 2026. The price has come down from an original $545,000 to $490,000 across 4 changes, most recently on September 23, 2026. The annual property taxes are $6,034 (2025 tax year). It sits on a 0.16-acre (7,000 sq ft) lot.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Worcester, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility
Geography
Property History
$490,000
Was $521,500
Sep 24, 2026
MLS® 73520709
$521,500
Was $533,500
Aug 2, 2026
MLS® 73520709
$533,500
Was $538,750
Jul 14, 2026
MLS® 73520709
$538,750
Was $545,000
Jul 11, 2026
MLS® 73520709
$545,000
May 18, 2026
MLS® 73520709
$225,000
Jun 9, 2010
MLS® 71004952
$225,000
Nov 25, 2009
MLS® 71004952
Questions about this home
When was 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester listed?
42 Ernest Ave, Worcester was listed on May 18, 2026.
Has the price of 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester changed?
The price has come down from an original $545,000 to $490,000 across 4 changes, most recently on September 23, 2026.
What are the property taxes for 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester?
The annual property taxes for 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester are $6,034 (2025 tax year).
How big is the lot at 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester?
42 Ernest Ave, Worcester sits on a 0.16-acre (7,000 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 42 Ernest Ave, Worcester?
42 Ernest Ave, Worcester is actively listed for sale.
Population
39,812
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$74K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
55.9%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Worcester County
1,805 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+1% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,007 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,769 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,000 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Vu Huynh
Listing Office: George Russell Realty, LLC
MLS® Number: 73520709
