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Listing broker remarks

You’ve probably driven past it. You may have even wondered about it. Now, for the first time, you can see what’s behind the brick walls of one of Elm Park’s most intriguing homes. Built in 1929, the Robert P. Taylor House is a distinctive all-brick Colonial Revival overlooking Worcester’s beloved Elm Park. Its architectural significance earned it a place on a Preservation Worcester house tour, while its remarkable grounds were featured on a Tower Hill Botanic Garden Urban Garden Tour. And it’s easy to understand why. A slate roof, beautiful Classical detailing, hardwood floors and gracious proportions speak to an era when homes were designed to endure. The fireplaced living room flows to an extraordinary family room/solarium, wrapped in arched windows and overlooking the gardens. An oversized dining room adjoins the kitchen, creating wonderful space for entertaining. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including a primary suite with private bath and another bedroom with its own fireplace. Outside, mature trees, abundant perennials, stone patios and a water feature create a surprisingly private garden retreat in the heart of the city. Add a garage and an exceptional location overlooking Elm Park and the Myra Kraft Bridge, with shopping and some of Worcester’s best restaurants and prestigious institutions just a short walk away. This isn’t simply a house with character. It’s a piece of Worcester architecture you get to call home.— RE/MAX Partners

Key details

  • 2,366 sq ft
  • 6,841 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1928 built
  • $264 / sq ft
  • $6,665 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠9⁠4⁠6⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
112 Russell St
Town
Worcester, MA
ZIP
01609
Deed (Bk/Pg)
81 / 90

Historic designations

Local Historic District
Lincoln Estate - Elm Park Historic District · includes WOR.FL
MACRIS Inventory
Taylor, Robert A. House · includes WOR.CY, WOR.EK

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Worcester

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.