289 Sterling Rd

2,451 Sq. Ft.
$265 / Sq. Ft.
2,451
Sq. Ft.
$265
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover this classic New England 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape Cod home nestled on a 1-acre micro farm in desirable Lancaster, MA. This unique opportunity and is ready for its next steward. The great back yard features a deck and patio as well as existing outbuildings currently housing friendly goats, turkeys, ducks, and chickens. The manageable 1-acre size provides ample outdoor space for gardening, play, and hobby farming without the commitment of a large agricultural operation, creating an idyllic...Discover this classic New England 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape Cod home nestled on a 1-acre micro farm in desirable Lancaster, MA. This unique opportunity and is ready for its next steward. The great back yard features a deck and patio as well as existing outbuildings currently housing friendly goats, turkeys, ducks, and chickens. The manageable 1-acre size provides ample outdoor space for gardening, play, and hobby farming without the commitment of a large agricultural operation, creating an idyllic escape from the everyday. The main residence is a character-filled Cape Cod, offering generous space and warmth. The large living room features fireplace with classic built ins and flows directly into the kitchen. First floor also features 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Breezeway serves as great mudroom area and flows directly into the attached garage. Upstairs features the master suite as well as additional bed and bath. Don't miss the perfect bonus room in the basement!
  1. Listed by Nicholas L. Pelletier • Keller Williams Realty North Central

Property Details for 289 Sterling Road

Town
Lancaster
Area
MA-Lancaster
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 06/01/2026 09:36 PM

Property Details for 289 Sterling Road

StatusActive
MLS #73518925
Days on Market21
Taxes$9,147 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1949
CountyWorcester County

Location

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Building Information for 289 Sterling Road

Stories-Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

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$4,001 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,239

Property Taxes

$762

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 289 Sterling Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 2451.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Nashoba
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Study
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 224.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 48.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 153.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 17.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
  • Bathroom3 Width: 9.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 312.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 143.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 286.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Condenser for 2nd floor Central Air needs to be replaced. Front spigot leaking and currently turned off. Septic failed and seller will be tieing into town sewer prior to closing. Public record lists property as 3 bedroom. Tie in to town sewer should allow for property's functional use as a 4 bed
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3763396
  • Assessments: $566,000
  • Book: 68839
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 289 Sterling Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73518925

$650,000—
Nov 17, 1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #90659436

$147,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/14/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73518925

$650,000
11/17/1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #90659436

$147,000

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

Public Records for 289 Sterling Road

Taxable ValueLand$119,600Additions$446,400Total$566,000
Tax Record2025$9,147 ($762 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,139 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,139 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,126 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1990CountyWORCESTERAPNLANC M:041.0 B:0000 L:0015.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 289 Sterling Road

This home is within Nashoba School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mary Rowlandson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Luther Burbank Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nashoba Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Doctor Franklin Perkins School
Private2 to 12

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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289 Sterling Road is a single family home for sale in Lancaster, MA 01523. This property was listed for sale on May 14, 2026 by Keller Williams Realty North Central, it's currently listed at $650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 21 days and was last sold on November 17, 1992. This listing's school district is Nashoba School District. Nearby schools include Mary Rowlandson Elementary School, Luther Burbank Middle School and Nashoba Regional High School. 289 Sterling Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,451 sqft single family home built in 1949.

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