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Listing broker remarks

Enjoy ultimate downtown walkability paired with classic charm in this prime, historic masterpiece. Besides being just steps from local shopping, dining, schools and scenic trails, this property provides effortless commuting access to all major routes.The Charles Rice Home offers a seamless pairing of antique heritage sophistication with modern updates. At the heart of the home is a fully modernized kitchen featuring premium quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, and newer appliances. The main level delivers grand scale and character, highlighting a welcoming dining room with a fireplace and custom built-ins, an expansive family room, and an airy living room anchored by two additional fireplaces.Other interior highlights include wide pine floors, convenient first-floor laundry, and 4 to 5 generously sized bedrooms.The yard is a quiet sanctuary, featuring mature plantings and a custom swim spa. This home will impress the most discerning buyers. See attached list of premium updates.— ERA Key Realty Services - Worcester

Key details

  • 3,501 sq ft
  • 12,249 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1738 built
  • $313 / sq ft
  • $13,069 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠8⁠6⁠0⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
99 W Main St
Town
Westborough, MA
ZIP
01581
Deed (Bk/Pg)
63209 / 282

Historic designations

National Register
Rice, Charles House · includes WBO.I
MACRIS Inventory
West Main Street Area

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Neighborhood: Westborough

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.