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Sold for $488,000
  • $488,000

    40 Ayer Rd, Shirley, MA 01464

    5beds
    1,476sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    9,583 Square Feet Lot
    $484,200 Zestimate®
    $331/sqft
    $3,613 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $484,200

    $460,000 - $508,000

    $3,613/mo

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    What's special

    Classic 8RM-5BR-2BA Country Home which has been thoughtfully Restored for today's Comfort & yesteryear's Charm. 1st FL BR w/ensuite, also boasts a 21' encl breezeway to the oversized 2-car garage w/2 elec door openers & off-street parking for add'l (4) cars. Garage has a (100)amp Sub-Panel box in addition to the (200)amp main panel in basement workshop w/(3-phase).New Roof; Fresh Paint Interior & Exterior. All HW floors:(Maple & Oak) have been sanded, re-stained & finished w/satin urethane. New w/w in (3) of (5)BRs, both bathrooms have been updated w/new vinyl floors, New classic beadboard, oversized shower & deep soaking tub/shower. New Granite countertops & New Luxury Vinyl in Kitch. Harvey vinyl dbl insulated windows thru-out the house. Being sold "as is". Great Schools/Low Taxes in sm historic town! Front covered porch is graced with a classic custom-made porch swing, incl.Train to N Station/BOSTON Depot is conveniently across Street

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: February 10, 2026 at 06:51pm

    Listed by:

    Bonnie L. Lawrence 781-552-8030,

    LAER Realty Partners 978-692-9292

    Bought with:

    Michelle Costello

    Lyv Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73394832

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 143.84
    • Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.6
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 121.9
    • Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.6
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 126.44
    • Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.9
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 119.04
    • Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.6
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 75.26
    • Dimensions: 10.6 x 7.1
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: First
    • Area: 36
    • Dimensions: 8 x 4.5
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Soaking Tub
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 69.66
    • Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.6
    Dining room
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: First
    • Area: 142.38
    • Dimensions: 12.6 x 11.3
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Washer Hookup
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 103.74
    • Dimensions: 11.4 x 9.1
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: First
    • Area: 139.15
    • Dimensions: 12.1 x 11.5
    Heating
    • Electric Baseboard, Electric
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Other
    • Laundry: Pantry, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
    Features
    • Closet, Breezeway, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
    • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
    • Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,476
    • Total interior livable area: 1,476 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,476
    • Finished area below ground: 294

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, Deeded
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
    • Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden
    • Waterfront features: Lake/Pond
    • Frontage length: 104.00
    Lot
    • Size: 9,583 sqft
    • Features: Corner Lot, Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Workshop
    • Foundation area: 885
    • Parcel number: 744030
    • Zoning: Sh Village

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape,Farmhouse,Shingle,Craftsman
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1918

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
    Location
    • Region: Shirley
    • Subdivision: Shirley Village

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Contract
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/10/2026Sold$488,000-2.4%$331/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73394832 Report a problem
    1/19/2026Contingent$499,900$339/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73394832 Report a problem
    9/8/2025Price change$499,900-3.1%$339/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73394832 Report a problem
    6/22/2025Listed for sale$515,900$350/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73394832 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,311 +7.6%$332,400 +12.6%
    2024$4,006 +6.6%$295,200 +11.4%
    2023$3,758 +2.6%$265,000 +12.1%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01464

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Lura A. White
    • Middle: Shirley/Ayerreg
    • High: Ayer/Shirleyreg

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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