
96 Washington St Gardner — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $20,000
$430,000
Gardner, MA 01440
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,661
Style
Single Family
Built
1920
Make your home in this welcoming and charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home in historic Gardner, Mass, "The Chair City of the World." The home echoes its city's historical roots with architectural details of yesteryear, combined with contemporary conveniences. The home sits atop a tranquil, elevated corner, with a fully fenced-in, level backyard with a new pergola, patio, and fire pit area for relaxing and entertaining. A covered porch, additional patio, carport, storage shed, two driveways, professional landscaping/stonework, and a garden area add further exterior interest to the home. Inside, the first floor boasts a wrap-around sitting room, formal dining room, spacious kitchen, mudroom, living room, and open staircase. The second floor provides private quarters with a full bathroom and three spacious bedrooms with generous closets. Seller has made many improvements—see attached Upgrades & Improvements List on MLS. Showings deferred until Open House: Sun, 7/5, 11:00am-12:30pm.
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Gardner, MA.
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer • Range Hood
Sidewalks
Flooring - Hardwood, Beadboard, Decorative Molding
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Decorative Molding
Flooring - Vinyl, Country Kitchen, Lighting - Overhead
Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Sconce
Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Decorative Molding
Was $450,000
Aug 3, 2026
MLS® 73543987
Jul 1, 2026
MLS® 73543987
Nov 14, 2024
MLS® 73294753
Sep 25, 2024
MLS® 73294753
21,276
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$67K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
40.9%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
1,806 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-4% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,006 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 831 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,661 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,128 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Erica Swallow
Listing Office: Swallow Real Estate, Inc.
MLS® Number: 73543987
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