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Listing broker remarks

Charming, inviting, and full of character, this beautifully maintained Cape offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the spacious living room centered around a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for gatherings year-round. The home also features a second family room, providing additional space to relax, entertain, or create the perfect playroom or media room. The updated kitchen includes a delightful breakfast nook, making it the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or casual meals. A first-floor bedroom offers flexibility for guests or one-level living, while three additional bedrooms upstairs provide comfortable accommodations. A versatile flex room offers endless possibilities and could easily serve as a 1st floor bedroom, home office, hobby room, or nursery. Step outside through the kitchen through the hardscape patio to a spacious partially fenced backyard, ideal for summer barbecues, outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. With its thoughtful updates, flexible floor plan, timeless Cape-style charm, and wonderful indoor and outdoor living spaces, this home is ready for its next owners to make lasting memories. Schedule your private showing today! Video Recording/Surveillance Device on Premises— Keller Williams Realty North Central

Key details

  • 1,715 sq ft
  • 8,999 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1940 built
  • $261 / sq ft
  • $5,087 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠3⁠7⁠5⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
49 Richardson Rd
Town
Fitchburg, MA
ZIP
01420
Deed (Bk/Pg)
9061 / 165

Map

Neighborhood: Fitchburg

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.