$319,900

5 Forkey Ave Worcester, MA 01603

$3,799
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
838 sqft
0.2 acres
$382 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5 Forkey Ave

Nestled in one of Worcester’s sought-after West Side neighborhoods, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for decades. Bursting with character and potential, it’s the perfect canvas for your personal touch. The home features one floor living and a traditional layout with a warm and inviting feel throughout. Enjoy a sunny living room/dining room, spacious kitchen, and two comfortably sized bedrooms. As well as a bonus indoor porch/entryway. Outside, enjoy a spacious and private backyard—perfect for gardening, entertaining, or future expansion. This is an unbeatable opportunity to invest in a strong Worcester location with room to build value. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to downsize without sacrificing location, close to schools, parks, shopping, and major routes.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusActive
Size838 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1923
ParkingPaved Drive
MLS #73375310

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: Paved Drive
  • Exterior: Deck - Wood, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $319,900
  • Price/SqFt: $381
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,454
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Cleared
  • Directions: GPS Friendly, Bumpy road
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Living Area: 838 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73375310
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Generations
  • Office Phone: (508) 488-9892
  • Listing Agent: Monique Frigon

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 02, 1989
Home Sold
$89,555

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$251,200$3,454
2023$230,300$3,303
2022$197,200$2,999
2021$171,700$2,795
2020$161,100$2,739
2019$142,100$2,558

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Gates Lane

Public District PK-6

0.8 mi

1238 Main St

4

Columbus Park

Public District PK-6

1.0 mi

75 Lovell St

6

May Street

Public District KG-6

1.2 mi

265 May 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 $44,037. Typical income of Worcester, MA residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

53%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5 Forkey Ave

The listing price of 5 Forkey Ave property is $319,900.

The property 5 Forkey Ave is a house located in Worcester, Massachusetts, 01603.

Active Listing: 5 Forkey Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5 Forkey Ave are: Gates Lane (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Columbus Park (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), May Street (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sullivan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Leicester Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Forest Grove Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South High Community (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), University Pk Campus School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Claremont Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,454 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 2, 1989 for $89,555 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5 Forkey Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 5 Forkey Ave is 838 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5 Forkey Ave is 1923.

This home is located at 5 Forkey Ave in Worcester, MA and zip code 01603 in the West Worcester neighborhood. This 838 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $319,900.

Over 41 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Worcester, MA. In the same period over 20 listings were sold below the listed price and 8 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Worcester, MA increased by 22.7% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 24 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $455,000 during the same period.

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

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