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I'm Andrea Forsythe, a Newton, MA real estate agent specializing in new construction. With 13+ years developing homes, I guide buyers and sellers from search to keys.

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  3. 55 Cottage Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Active
62 Days on market
55 Cottage Street Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 20

55 Cottage Street Fitchburg — Photo 1 of 20

Recent Drop: $25,000

$445,000
$420,000

$420,000

55 Cottage Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Fitchburg, MA 01420

Beds

4

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,536

Style

Single Family

Built

1908

Come see this Colonial home with 1,536 sq. ft. of living area and 4/5 bedrooms. Recent improvements are new architectural roof (Jan/2017) freshly painted rooms & re-finished deck plus a remodeled full bathroom and half bath. The eat-in kitchen has Corian counters, new stove, large pantry, kitchen bar open to dining room with (4) bar stools. Option for laundry to be on first floor that is currently in the basement. The newer washer & dryer are included also. Paved driveway for 4-5 cars and a shed. A large, two-tiered yard is an amazing canvas that gives you distinct zones for different outdoor activities. Have the upper tier for outdoor barbeques and the lower level for play-time. Close to Rte. 2 and Great Wolf Lodge, Fitchburg University, MWC College and Wachusett Mountain Ski area.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$273/sqft
Local Avg (Fitchburg)$256/sqft
7% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Fitchburg, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$445,000
Annual Taxes$4,520

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood Laminate
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningRB

Property & Lot

Acres0.27
SqFt Lot11,578
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Leased Water Heater • Oven • Dishwasher • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Shopping • Park • Golf • Highway Access • House of Worship • Private School

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBedroom 5Bathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First
Dining Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second
Bedroom 5
Lvl First
Bathroom 1
Lvl First
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Property History

Price Drop
$420,000

Was $434,500

Jul 27, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Price Drop
$434,500

Was $445,000

Jul 14, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Listed
$445,000

Jun 20, 2026

MLS® 73535775

Population

41,839

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$73K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

45.8%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Worcester County

1,806 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-4% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,006 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

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: 768 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,536 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 11,578 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.

Full Fitchburg, MA market report ZIP 01420 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Linda Zichelle

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster

MLS® Number: 73535775

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