$489,900

286 W Central St Franklin, MA 02038

$5,818
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,084 sqft
0.1 acres
$452 / sqft
House

Property details

About 286 W Central St

This beautiful Colonial home is situated just minutes from Dean College and Downtown Franklin. The first level includes a galley kitchen equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, stylish overhead lighting, and a bay window above the deep sink ideal for cultivating vegetables and herbs. The spacious living room is filled with natural light, while the dining room features glowing hardwood floors, a slider door that leads to a deck and a beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard complete with established flower beds, shrubbery, and a storage shed. The second floor comprises two bedrooms, a laundry folding area in the hallway, and a newly renovated full bathroom with tiled flooring and a shower stall. The roof is approximately four years old, upgraded 200AMP Service, and a Radon Mitigation System was installed in 2021. NO SHOWINGS UNTIL OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 11TH 12-3PM. OFFER DEADLINE TUESDAY MAY 13TH AT 5PM.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,084 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73371357

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $489,900
  • Price/SqFt: $451
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,575
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Route 140
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 1,084 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73371357
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Secure Realty Investments, LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 409-3889
  • Listing Agent: Briana Dumont

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 27, 2021
Home Sold
$346,300
Oct 06, 2017
Home Sold
$260,000
Feb 23, 2007
Home Sold
$287,000
Oct 30, 2000
Home Sold
$162,000
Feb 06, 1987
Home Sold
$20,619

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$388,000$4,575
2023$389,500$4,900
2022$312,900$4,396
2021$307,900$4,511
2020$304,300$4,415
2019$279,200$4,093

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Oak Street Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

224 Oak St

7

Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

235 Wachusett St

6

Helen Keller Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

500 Lincoln St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $88,872. Typical income of Franklin, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

9%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 286 W Central St

The listing price of 286 W Central St property is $489,900.

The property 286 W Central St is a house located in Franklin, Massachusetts, 02038.

Active Listing: 286 W Central St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 286 W Central St are: Oak Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Helen Keller Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Horace Mann Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Annie Sullivan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Franklin High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bellingham High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,575 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 27, 2021 for $346,300 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 286 W Central St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 286 W Central St is 1,084 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 286 W Central St is 1900.

This home is located at 286 W Central St in Franklin, MA and zip code 02038. This 1,084 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $489,900.

While more than 14 listings in Franklin, MA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 5 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Franklin, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 49.2%. In April 2025 median list price was $665,000 and the average listing age was 14 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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