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196 Chestnut StreetGardner, MA 01440

For Sale

$524,900

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This exquisite 1887 Victorian is ready for its next chapter. Rich in character and timeless charm, this grand home showcases intricate, ornate woodwork, soaring ceilings, and mostly hardwood floors throughout. The first floor offers an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, fireplaced living room, convenient half bath, and a light-filled three-season room with exterior access to a private deck overlooking the level backyard. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms and a full bath, while the third floor provides three additional bedrooms and another full bath—ideal for guests, home offices, or extended living. Recent updates include a brand-new furnace and water heater. An attached two-level outbuilding offers exceptional flexibility as a garage, workshop, or storage barn. This property is being sold as is and presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers to bring their vision and updates to a truly special home filled with history and warmth.

Listed by Wendy Poudrette

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Foster-Healey Real Estate

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978-407-1342

Last updated April 27, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73481873

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodGardner
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms4
  • Days on Prevu58
  • Taxes$5,935/year
  • Size2,483 sqft
  • Price per sqft$211

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

04/27/2026
Price Decreased
$524,900
03/03/2026
Listed by Foster-Healey Real Estate
$549,900

Property Details for 196 Chestnut Street

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, University

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 To 2 Mile To Beach

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 2,483
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.61
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 26,651
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: M:R22 B:8 L:38,3537622
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,935.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $413,300.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Bathroom

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,483
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Bulkhead, Concrete
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Rooms Total: 10

Parking

Parking

  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 5
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Parking Total: 6

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Electric Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in this single-family home at 196 Chestnut Street.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there is 1 parking space available for 196 Chestnut Street.

What are the annual taxes for 196 Chestnut Street?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $5,935.

How does 196 Chestnut Street compare to other single-family homes in Gardner?

This single-family home is listed 25% above the average price for single-family homes in Gardner and has been on the market for 2 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 2,483 sqft.

196 Chestnut Street is a 6-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home for sale in Gardner MA 01440. Available on Prevu for 58 days at $524,900. This includes a recent price decrease of $25,000. This property features 2,483 square feet of living space, located in Gardner. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $375,000. Additional amenities include private outdoor space, dishwasher, parking, and washer/dryer. View other single-family home listings in Massachusetts.

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