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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 43 Chilmark Street, where timeless Colonial character meets thoughtful modern updates in one of Worcester's most convenient locations. Perched above the street behind a striking stone retaining wall and mature landscaping, this distinctive home offers exceptional curb appeal, beautiful city views, and inviting living space with three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. Guests are welcomed by a stately, masterfully restored stone staircase that perfectly sets the tone for this elegant residence. Step inside to discover rich hardwood floors, elegant French doors, crown molding, and a spacious living room centered around a classic fireplace that flows effortlessly into the formal dining room, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and memorable gatherings. The kitchen is designed for both style and function with stone countertops, a large center island with breakfast seating, gas cooking, abundant prep space, and a stainless steel gas range, making it the true heart of the home. Upstairs, the generously sized bedrooms are filled with natural light and offer comfortable retreats, while the walk up attic provides excellent storage or future expansion potential. The finished walkout lower level adds incredible flexibility with a full bath, office, bonus room, and a traditional prep space, ideal for hobbyists, entertaining, or preserving family recipes and traditions. Recent improvements provide added peace of mind, including a new combi boiler (2023), hot water heater (2022), stainless steel refrigerator (2021), windows (2024), electrical junction box (2025), leased solar panels (2025), and new single valve shower plumbing in the first and second floor bathrooms (2026). Outside, enjoy a fenced yard, patio, garden area, and private outdoor spaces perfect for relaxing or hosting guests while taking in elevated city views. Ideally located just minutes from Shrewsbury Street's renowned restaurants, shopping, parks, universities, major highways, and medical facilities, the home is also approximately one mile from Union Station, making commuting to Boston by rail an attractive option. Whether you're captivated by its historic details, generous living spaces, or versatile layout, 43 Chilmark Street is a home that invites you to create lasting memories for years to come.— Keller Williams Realty

Key details

  • 2,492 sq ft
  • 5,075 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1925 built
  • $180 / sq ft
  • $5,243 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠6⁠2⁠3⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
43 Chilmark
Town
Worcester, MA
ZIP
01604
Deed (Bk/Pg)
63301 / 304

Map

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.