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Listing broker remarks

**OPEN HOUSE SAT 9/19 11-1PM**West Side Oasis! Set on a stunning 1.5-acre lot, this beautiful home offers unparalleled privacy and pastoral views, complete with a charming pond adorned with lily pads and brimming with wildlife—a rare find in Worcester! The inviting covered front porch, featuring a cozy porch swing, welcomes you inside through an antique front door to a spacious 3–4 bedroom Colonial filled with character. High ceilings, gleaming wood floors and authentic period details create a warm, timeless atmosphere. Enjoy two fireplaces, a formal dining room with glass doors opening to a front-to-back living room, and a cozy den accentuated by rich wood paneling.The bright kitchen overlooks the gorgeous backyard and includes a convenient half bath on the main floor. Upstairs, three bedrooms await, including a primary suite with an en suite bathroom and a beautifully remodeled full bath for the additional bedrooms. An adorable office and a finished walk-up attic offer flexible space perfect for a guest room, play area, or home office.This lovingly maintained home boasts updates such as a new high-efficiency heating system and upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Outside, you’ll find a two-car garage, brand-new driveway, and even a basketball court for endless fun.Experience peaceful living with all the comforts and charm you desire in this exceptional West Side retreat.— Hometown National Realty Inc.

Key details

  • 2,475 sq ft
  • 1.53 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1914 built
  • $282 / sq ft
  • $6,193 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠5⁠7⁠5⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
26 Nelson Pl
Town
Worcester, MA
ZIP
01605
Deed (Bk/Pg)
14141 / 218

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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.