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196 Chestnut Street, Gardner, MA 01440
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$549,900
6 Beds
4 Baths
2483 SQFT
0.61 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

This exquisite 1887 Victorian is ready for its next chapter. Rich in character and timeless charm, this grand home showcases intricate, ornate woodwork, soaring ceilings, and mostly hardwood floors throughout. The first floor offers an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, fireplaced living room, convenient half bath, and a light-filled three-season room with exterior access to a private deck overlooking the level backyard. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms and a full bath, while the third floor provides three additional bedrooms and another full bath—ideal for guests, home offices, or extended living. Recent updates include a brand-new furnace and water heater. An attached two-level outbuilding offers exceptional flexibility as a garage, workshop, or storage barn. This property is being sold as is and presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers to bring their vision and updates to a truly special home filled with history and warmth.

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Shopping
  • University
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Dining Area, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths 2
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Third Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Flooring - Wood
  • Family Room Level: First Floor
  • Family Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Skylight
  • Laundry Room Features: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas, Steam
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric Info: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Utility Connections: Icemaker Connection, Washer Hookup, for Electric Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2483
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1887
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Victorian
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Brick, Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Porch
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint.
  • Distance to Beach: 1 to 2 Mile

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73481873
  • Last Updated: 04/08/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
03/07/2026Active$549,900$221MLSPIN
03/03/2026New$549,900$221MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Wendy Poudrette, Foster-Healey Real Estate
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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