
86 Lawton Avenue Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 37
$385,000
Investment Analysis — 86 Lawton Avenue
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Fitchburg-Leominster, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, a 3-bedroom in 01420 carries an estimated $2,130/mo in gross rent — about a 3.91% cap rate and $15,054/yr in estimated NOI at the $385,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,144
Style
Single Family
Built
1900
Just minutes from the Lunenburg line, this beautifully maintained turnkey home sits on a quiet, dead-end road. Enter through the heated front porch, an ideal retreat for morning coffee or a cozy reading nook, where warm natural light streams into the inviting living room and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room. The kitchen features crisp, white cabinets and convenient access to the covered porch. Designed for comfort and versatile living, the main level includes a bedroom with double closets, full bath, laundry space, and a bonus room perfect for your own personal gym, pantry or mudroom. Upstairs features two spacious bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet and the other with custom built-ins, connected by another flexible space that easily transforms from a sitting room into your dedicated home office, studio, or playroom. Relax or entertain outside on the private, fenced patio with plenty of yard space. Rare for Fitchburg, the paved driveway offers off-street parking for 8+ vehicles, easily accommodating family and guests. An attached barn adds timeless architectural character and is ready to serve as your workshop, storage or hobby space for everyday needs, keeping your living spaces organized and clutter-free. Move right in with true peace of mind thanks to public utilities and major recent updates including a new roof (2019) and water heater (2023). Enjoy modern convenience with newer appliances including a gas stove (2020), washer (2020), dryer (2020) and refrigerator (2023). Conveniently located less than 5 miles from Route 2, Route 13 and local amenities. Don’t keep dreaming about it, make your move and settle in before winter to fully experience everything this versatile home has to offer!
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 572 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,144 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 12,602 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Estimates — not financial advice
These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.
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Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Laundromat
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First12 x 14
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl
Dining Room
Lvl First12 x 11
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Kitchen
Lvl First15 x 17
Flooring - Laminate, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second13 x 11
Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second11 x 17
Bedroom 3
Lvl First9 x 12
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Closet - Double
Bathroom 1
Lvl First5 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Listing Agent: Judermy Araujo
Listing Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
MLS® Number: 73584326








