Last Sold Price
4 beds1,597 sqft$282/sqft
18 Balder Rd, Worcester, MA 01605

Description

Welcome home to a place that feels like stepping back in time—where vintage charm meets modern comfort. This beautifully preserved 4-bedroom home near the Worcester/Holden line sits on a quiet, tree-lined street, just steps from Nelson Place Elementary, Forest Grove Middle, and Assumption University. Inside, original wood trim, hardwood floors (currently under carpet), and period details showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The flexible floor plan allows for bedrooms, offices, or guest space...Welcome home to a place that feels like stepping back in time—where vintage charm meets modern comfort. This beautifully preserved 4-bedroom home near the Worcester/Holden line sits on a quiet, tree-lined street, just steps from Nelson Place Elementary, Forest Grove Middle, and Assumption University. Inside, original wood trim, hardwood floors (currently under carpet), and period details showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The flexible floor plan allows for bedrooms, offices, or guest space to suit your needs. A modern kitchen blends seamlessly with the home's classic style. The spacious yard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, pets, or playtime. Tucked in a peaceful neighborhood yet close to Worcester's hospitals, universities, shops, and restaurants, this home offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy nearby lakes and outdoor recreation just minutes away. Come experience this hidden gem—an oasis that feels like a country escape, right in the heart of the city.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/05/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sable Homes Metro-West Team • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 18 Balder Road

Status
MLS #
73394107
Days on Market
25
Taxes
$4,620 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1923
Town
Worcester
Area
MA-Worcester
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Sable Homes Metro-West Team

Sold By The O'Rourke Group Real Estate Professionals, Paul O'Rourke

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Building Information for 18 Balder Road

Stories-Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,944 SF

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$2,672 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,287

Property Taxes

$385

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 18 Balder Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1597.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Nelson
  • High School: Burncoat
  • Middle School: Forest Grove
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Mud Room
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 209.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 130.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Main,First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 182.0
  • Dining Room Features: Window(s) - Picture
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 228.0
  • Family Room Features: Window(s) - Picture
  • Family Room Length: 19.0
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • Family Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 143.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 169.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Refrigerator in the kitchen,currently not working.Second Refrigerator available in the basement.HARDWOOD located under the carpet in most rooms.The heat is gas heat but stove,fridge,and washer/dryer are electric.See floorplan there are two additional rooms that can be used as bedrooms.4-5 Beds.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1783145
  • Assessments: $350,300
  • Block: 07C
  • Book: 03377
  • Lot: 00053
  • Map: 21
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RS-7
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 18 Balder Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73394107

$450,000
Jun 29, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73394107

Jun 29, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73394107

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73394107

$450,000
06/29/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73394107

06/29/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73394107

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 18 Balder Road

Taxable ValueLand$123,500Additions$226,800Total$350,300
Tax Record2025$4,620 ($385 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,504 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,504 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt988 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,944 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923Year Renovated1923ZoningRS-7CountyWORCESTERAPNWORC M:21 B:07C L:00053

Schools near 18 Balder Road

This home is within Worcester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School
PublicPK to 6

Jacob Hiatt Magnet School
PublicPK to 6

Nelson Place School
PublicPK to 6

Forest Grove Middle School
Public7 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 18 Balder Road, Worcester, MA 01605
$450,000
4
1,597
10,944
$406,000
4
1,732
5,386
4
2.5
2,016
8,208
3
1.5
1,755
8,208
$216,000
3
1,181
11,400
3
1.5
1,388
8,122

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