
68 Chestnut St. Franklin — Photo 1 of 27
Recent Drop: $50,000
$449,900
Franklin, MA 02038
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,535
Style
Single Family
Built
1924
Welcome to this adorable Franklin cape located in one of the most convenient areas of town. Walking through the front door, you enter a timeless way of living. The first floor hosts 3 bdrms, an open-concept living/dining area, eat-in kitchen, and a galley with a refrig. & kitchen sink, which leads into an office/family room with access to the backyard. Heading to the 2nd floor on the steep stairs are two bonus rooms with wood floors; one room has eave storage, and both have knotty pine ceilings. The flat backyard is enclosed by fencing on 2 sides, features mature grapevines, and offers ample room for entertaining. Having been owned by the same family for more than 70 years, this treasure holds many memories and lots of love and is waiting for its next owners. Recent updates: vinyl siding 2019, FHA furnace 2023, and oil tank 2024. Estate Sale. Sold As-is. Buyers responsible for replacing the hot water tank. Sellers and Sellers' agent make no representations or warranties for any part of the property.
* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Franklin, MA.
Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator
Public Transportation • Shopping
13.75 x 13.5
Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
13.666666666 x 13.5
Flooring - Wood
19.416666666 x 9.833333333
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
10.583333333 x 7.916666666
Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
13.75 x 9.833333333
9.75 x 8
7.75 x 9.833333333
6.666666666 x 6.416666666
Was $499,900
Jul 31, 2026
MLS® 73546714
Jul 8, 2026
MLS® 73546714
33,154
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$146K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
21.8%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
1,189 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+21% vs the prior 12 months) — 706 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
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: 768 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,535 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,459 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: Lisa Biggar
Listing Office: LAER Realty Partners
MLS® Number: 73546714
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