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229 Bent St Franklin — Photo 1 of 38

229 Bent St Franklin — Photo 1 of 38

$450,000

229 Bent St, Franklin, MA 02038

Franklin, MA 02038

Beds

2

Baths

2

SqFt

1,173

Style

Single Family

Built

1900

Single-family living without monthly condo HOA fees! This move-in-ready home offers space, privacy & outdoor living on almost half acre lot in desirable Franklin, conveniently located near the Medway line. Freshly painted w/ new flooring on main level, updated bathrooms, & new granite countertops. Front to back living room w/ plenty of windows & direct exterior access. Formal dining room w/ hardwood floors. Updated, eat in kitchen w/ NEW electric range & newer stainless steel dishwasher & exterior access to yard. Full bathroom & dedicated laundry area w/ washer/dryer hookups & direct basement access complete main level. Primary bedroom w/ walk in closet & picture window. 2nd bedroom w/ closet & picture window. 2nd Fl full bath w/ updates. Hall area w/ smart built in shelves for storage. Unfinished basement for more storage w/ bulkhead & exterior access. Large back yard perfect for outdoor living - games, gardening, room for a dog, or add a fire pit. Plenty of parking on graveled driveway. Newer systems & vinyl siding for low maintenance. Ideal commuter locale with 2 commuter rail stops, major highways & proximity to Worcester/Boston/Providence. Dell EMC & Garelick Farms near by.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$384/sqft
Local Avg (Franklin)$358/sqft
7% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 19 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Franklin, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$450,000
Annual Taxes$5,461

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms5
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Laminate
BasementFull, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
ZoningRR1

Property & Lot

Acres0.43
SqFt Lot18,530
Lot FeaturesWooded, Gentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher

Neighborhood

Shopping • Park • Golf • Medical Facility • Conservation Area • Highway Access

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bathroom 2
First
Dining Room
Main,First
Living RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room
Lvl First

Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead

Property History

Listed
$450,000

Sep 10, 2026

MLS® 73574970

Expired
$485,000

Nov 30, 2025

MLS® 73409151

Listed
$485,000

Jul 24, 2025

MLS® 73409151

Population

33,154

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$146K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

21.8%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Norfolk County

1,189 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+21% vs the prior 12 months) — 706 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

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: 587 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,173 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 18,530 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.

Full Franklin, MA market report ZIP 02038 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Fay Wong

Listing Office: Keller Williams Boston MetroWest

MLS® Number: 73574970

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