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Listing broker remarks

Some homes simply provide a place to live. Others invite you to build a life you will never want to leave. This distinctive Colonial is one of those rare homes—filled with character, thoughtfully updated, and lovingly maintained for its next chapter.Inside, timeless details meet modern comfort. The spacious family room creates an unforgettable gathering space with a striking gas fireplace, recessed lighting, and custom granite entertainment center. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, hardwood flooring, generous cabinetry, a new dishwasher, and a new kitchen island that provides additional prep space and seating. A second gas fireplace adds warmth to the inviting living room, while the formal dining room—with its built-in china cabinet—offers the perfect setting for celebrations and meaningful conversations.A mudroom, first-floor laundry, and new wireless washer and dryer bring ease to daily living. Upstairs, three hardwood-floored bedrooms, including two with cedar closets, offer warmth and character alongside a beautifully updated full bath. The walkout lower level provides a half bath, workshop, abundant storage, and exciting potential for future expansion. Outside, the inground pool transforms summer days into something special, complete with a new cover, pump, filter, and robotic vacuum. Move-in ready and rich with personality, this is more than a beautifully updated home. It is a place to gather, celebrate milestones, find comfort, and begin an extraordinary next chapter. HOA includes: water, septic, and pool maintenance.— Serhant

Key details

  • 2,810 sq ft
  • 9,710 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1930 built
  • $297 / sq ft
  • HOA monthly
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠4⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
16 Allen Street
Town
Northborough, MA
ZIP
01532
Deed (Bk/Pg)
42925 / 98

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Wood, David F. Woolen Mill Worker Housing · includes NBO.D

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Northborough

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.