For sale

$319,000

78 Racette Ave, Gardner, MA 01440

3beds

912sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1955

0.77 Acres Lot

$318,600 Zestimate^®

$350/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Eat-in kitchenHardwood floorsAll appliances will conveyAmple cabinet storageFull basement includes laundry

Minutes to rt 2 this sweet 3 bedroom ranch is ready for its new owner. Nestled in a desirable Gardner neighborhood on a generous 0.77-acre lot, this property offers a rare combination of space, convenience, and opportunity. Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting living room featuring hardwood floors and a bay window that fills the space with natural light. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet storage, and all appliances will convey for added ease. The main bedroom includes a double-wide closet and hardwood flooring, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibilility for family, guests, or a home office. An enclosed side porch/mudroom offers a sun-filled bonus space—perfect for a three-season room or everyday functionality. The full basement includes laundry with a partially finished space. Use it for a workshop, recreation space, or additional living area. Conveniently located just minutes to Route 2 and close to local amenities, including Ovila Case Playground nearby.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 912
Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
Finished area above ground: 912

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Storage

Lot

Size: 0.77 Acres

Details

Parcel number: M:M27 B:3 L:8,3535233
Zoning: R

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1955

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Gardner

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $350/sqft
Tax assessed value: $287,900
Annual tax amount: $4,134
Date on market: 4/15/2026
Listing terms: Contract
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$318,600

$303,000 - $335,000

$2,229/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/15/2026	Listed for sale	$319,000+13.9%$350/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73502088 Report a problem
11/15/2022	Sold	$280,000+5.7%$307/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73036266 Report a problem
11/6/2022	Pending sale	$265,000$291/sqft
Source: Exit Realty #73036266 Report a problem
10/24/2022	Contingent	$265,000$291/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73036266 Report a problem
10/22/2022	Listed for sale	$265,000$291/sqft
Source: Exit Realty #73036266 Report a problem
9/19/2022	Pending sale	$265,000$291/sqft
Source: Exit Realty #73036266 Report a problem
9/14/2022	Listed for sale	$265,000+58.7%$291/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73036266 Report a problem
8/5/2016	Sold	$167,000$183/sqft
Source: EXIT Realty solds #2244993073534273428 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,134 +2.8%	$287,900 +7.3%
2024	$4,020 +7.2%	$268,200 +15.4%
2023	$3,749 +6.5%	$232,400 +22.7%
2022	$3,521 +3.3%	$189,400 +11.3%
2021	$3,409 +4.3%	$170,100 +2.7%
2020	$3,269 +5.2%	$165,600 +7.3%
2019	$3,108 +4.7%	$154,300 +5.4%
2018	$2,968 +0.5%	$146,400 +1.5%
2017	$2,953 +4.3%	$144,200 +4.3%
2016	$2,831 +5.1%	$138,300 +2.6%
2015	$2,693 +0.6%	$134,800 -4.9%
2014	$2,676 +2.9%	$141,800 -4.8%
2013	$2,600 +0.4%	$148,900 -4.1%
2012	$2,589 +4.6%	$155,300 -1.6%
2011	$2,474 +2.1%	$157,900 -3.1%
2010	$2,422 +3.8%	$163,000 -8.7%
2009	$2,334 +0.8%	$178,600 -6.6%
2008	$2,315 +0.7%	$191,200 -3.2%
2007	$2,299 +2.3%	$197,500 +8.2%
2006	$2,248 +1.7%	$182,600 +3.9%
2005	$2,210 +18.3%	$175,800 +71.3%
2004	$1,868 +2.8%	$102,600
2003	$1,818 +3.6%	$102,600
2002	$1,755 +13.6%	$102,600 +27.5%
2000	$1,545	$80,500