This well-cared-for duplex home is located on an exclusive-use lot within a neighborhood, offering the feel of single-family living without condo fees. Set on a private dead-end way off Howe Street, the property provides a sense of privacy & residential appeal. A full, walk-out lower level presents excellent potential for future finished living space, allowing owners to customize & add value over time. (LL improvements - Boarded & plastered. Some electrical, lighting, paint and floor. See disclosures.) The main level includes a bright living room with bow window & an open kitchen/dining area featuring ample cabinetry, generous counter space, updated backsplash, & pantry closet. A sliding door leads to a screened porch for outdoor enjoyment. Recent updates by the current owners include interior paint, wallpaper and light fixtures. This property offers a compelling alternative to traditional single-family ownership, combining neighborhood setting, privacy, & future expansion potential.
For sale
$374,900
138 Howe St, Marlborough, MA 01752
2beds
1,000sqft
Est.:
Condex
Built in 1988
-- sqft lot
$413,800 Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated backsplashGenerous counter spacePantry closetAmple cabinetryExclusive-use lot
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 13 hours ago
Listed by:
Erin Holmes 508-922-2143,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Worcester 508-795-7500
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492777
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Slider
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Deeded, Off Street, Paved, Exclusive Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Storage, Rain Gutters
Details
- Parcel number: M:082 B:126 L:1381,4310187
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Condex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Marlborough
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $375/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,284
- Date on market: 3/27/2026
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Living Room Tv
Estimated market value
$413,800
$389,000 - $439,000
$2,783/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $374,900+17.2%$375/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492777 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2022 | Sold | $320,000+1.6%$320/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73014491 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2022 | Contingent | $315,000$315/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73014491 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $315,000+250%$315/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73014491 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/1992 | Sold | $90,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,284 +5.6% | $333,100 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $3,109 +6.4% | $303,600 +19.9% |
| 2023 | $2,923 -3.4% | $253,300 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $3,027 -1.3% | $230,700 +3.8% |
| 2021 | $3,066 +1.2% | $222,200 +4% |
| 2020 | $3,030 +1.4% | $213,700 +0.7% |
| 2019 | $2,987 -1.5% | $212,300 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $3,033 -0.2% | $207,300 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $3,039 -0.1% | $198,400 |
| 2016 | $3,043 +3.5% | $198,400 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $2,939 -2.2% | $186,500 |
| 2014 | $3,005 +7.4% | $186,500 |
| 2013 | $2,798 +31.7% | $186,500 +30% |
| 2012 | $2,124 +4.7% | $143,500 -1.4% |
| 2011 | $2,028 -3.3% | $145,500 -7% |
| 2010 | $2,097 +2.6% | $156,400 -2.3% |
| 2009 | $2,043 -9.3% | $160,100 -9.6% |
| 2008 | $2,253 -8.2% | $177,100 -8.7% |
| 2007 | $2,453 +8.3% | $193,900 +5.2% |
| 2006 | $2,264 +3.6% | $184,400 +16.3% |
| 2005 | $2,186 +12.1% | $158,600 +4.9% |
| 2004 | $1,950 +9.9% | $151,200 +11.7% |
| 2003 | $1,775 +20.9% | $135,400 +37.5% |
| 2001 | $1,468 +0.1% | $98,500 +9.6% |
| 2000 | $1,466 -3.7% | $89,900 |
| 1998 | $1,522 | $89,900 |
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Est. payment
$2,182/mo
Principal & interest
$1866
Property taxes
$316
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South of Main
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Goodnow Brothers Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/101 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Marlborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi



