#73384946, Tina Landry, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty North Central
$499,900 List price
253 Fernwood Dr Gardner, MA 01440
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,084 sqft
0.3 acres
$240 / sqft
House
Property details
About 253 Fernwood Dr
This Beautiful Colonial is a true 4-bedroom home, with all bedrooms conveniently located on the second floor, and boasts hardwood flooring throughout. You'll find a formal living room, a dining room with a fireplace, and 2.5 baths. The oversized eat-in kitchen is sure to impress, offering ample cabinets and Corian countertops. Upstairs, the bedrooms are all generously sized. The primary suite is particularly impressive, featuring cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet, and an attached full bath. The enclosed back porch leads out to a deck and an above-ground pool, all situated within a nice-sized backyard in a lovely area of homes. The 2-Car Garage, and a finished basement with 2 additional rooms that could be used as an Office and Family room, complete the picture. Conveniently located minutes away from Bailey Brook Park & Conservation Area, featuring Pickleball, Disc Golf, a Playground, and Walking trails! Open House Sunday June 29th, 2025 11:30-1:00 PM
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
Size2,084 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1989
ParkingAttached, Paved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73392706
Attached garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Exterior: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Baseboard, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $499,900
- Price/SqFt: $239
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,417
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Wooded, Cleared
- Directions: Park to Clark to Fernwood Drive
- Year Built: 1989
- Living Area: 2,084 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 73392706
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty North Central
- Office Phone: (978) 840-9000
- Listing Agent: Nancy Whitehouse-Bain
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 1997 | Home Sold | $126,000 |
| Aug 25, 1989 | Home Sold | $151,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $428,100 | $6,417 |
| 2023 | $374,500 | $6,041 |
| 2022 | $332,500 | $6,181 |
| 2021 | $299,700 | $6,006 |
| 2020 | $289,300 | $5,711 |
| 2019 | $273,700 | $5,512 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Elm Street School
Public District 2-4
2.7 mi
•160 Elm St
3
Templeton Center Elementary School
Public District KG-1
4.4 mi
•17 South Rd
4
John R. Briggs Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.6 mi
•96 Williams Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,184. Typical income of Gardner, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Football
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Best Buy
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Christian
Country- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 253 Fernwood Dr
The listing price of 253 Fernwood Dr property is $499,900.
The property 253 Fernwood Dr is a house located in Gardner, Massachusetts, 01440.
Accepting Backup Offers: 253 Fernwood Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 253 Fernwood Dr are: Elm Street School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Templeton Center Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), John R. Briggs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Gardner Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Narragansett Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Overlook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Gardner High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Narragansett Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,417 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 27, 1997 for $126,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 253 Fernwood Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 253 Fernwood Dr is 2,084 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 253 Fernwood Dr is 1989.
This home is located at 253 Fernwood Dr in Gardner, MA and zip code 01440. This 2,084 square foot home, which was built in 1989, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,900.
In June 2025 more than 6 listings in Gardner, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 6 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 8 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Gardner, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.7%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 51 days, the median list price was $386,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.