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Listing broker remarks

Rare opportunity to own a charming bungalow with a welcoming farmer's porch, perfectly situated on a spacious double lot abutting the 455-acre Green Hill Park. Enjoy peaceful views of local wildlife and direct access to walking trails, a community garden, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and a public golf course. Inside, hardwood floors, exposed rustic wood beams, and artistic details including sea glass cabinet knobs create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Recent updates include freshly painted exterior siding, a brand-new stone retaining wall, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and a new hot water heater. Stay comfortable year-round with gas heat and a pellet stove for supplemental warmth. The basement provides versatile bonus space for storage, hobbies, a workshop, or other uses. No shortage of entertainment, you'd be living near Bell Pond Beach, Lake Quinsigamond, Polar Park, DCU Center, Ice Center, Palladium, museums, and of course Worcester's vibrant restaurant scene. OFFER DEADLINE: Monday July 27th at 5pm— Engel & Volkers Wellesley

Key details

  • 1,582 sq ft
  • 10,000 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1925 built
  • $246 / sq ft
  • $3,491 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠3⁠1⁠8⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
5 Breck St
Town
Worcester, MA
ZIP
01605
Deed (Bk/Pg)
31852 / 148

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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.