Active
117 Days on market
10 Essex St Douglas — Photo 1 of 42

10 Essex St Douglas — Photo 1 of 42

Recent Drop: $20,000

$869,900
$849,900

$849,900

Investment Analysis — 10 Essex St

Douglas, MA 01516 — Shady Knoll Estates

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, a 4-bedroom in 01516 carries an estimated $2,950/mo in gross rent — about a 2.14% cap rate and $18,178/yr in estimated NOI at the $849,900 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

View Standard Listing

Beds

4

Baths

2.5

SqFt

3,264

Style

Single Family

Built

2000

Welcome to 10 Essex Street in Douglas, located in the desirable Shady Knoll Estates neighborhood. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this custom-built Colonial offers over 3,264 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, plus an additional 600 sq ft in the finished lower level. This well-maintained home features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a dedicated home office ideal for remote work or flexible living. The main floor showcases an open-concept layout with tile flooring, a sun-filled eat-in kitchen with peninsula seating and breakfast area, formal dining room, and inviting living space perfect for gatherings. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite includes a walk-in closet and spa-like bath with hot tub. Set on 2.7 private acres and including an additional 1.5-acre parcel (Parcel ID 223-13), this rare 4.2-acre property offers exceptional privacy, space, and outdoor potential.

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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,264 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 117,612 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.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$879,900
Annual Taxes$8,726

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street10

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10
Fireplaces1
FlooringTile, Carpet
BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Concrete

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Oil
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
Roof--
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningRA

Property & Lot

Acres2.7
SqFt Lot117,612
Lot FeaturesCul-De-Sac, Wooded, Additional Land Avail.

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenOfficeBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

19 x 15

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room
Lvl First

11.583333333 x 12.416666666

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Kitchen
Lvl First

18 x 24.75

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Slider, Storage, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead

Office
Lvl First

11.25 x 11.833333333

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

21.583333333 x 18

Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Hot Tub / Spa

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

11.666666666 x 12.5

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

11.666666666 x 12.5

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

11.666666666 x 12.5

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

6 x 6.666666666

Bathroom - Half

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

8.5 x 14

Bathroom - Full

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

8.5 x 14

Bathroom - Full

Property History

Price Drop
$849,900

Was $869,900

Aug 21, 2026

MLS® 73520501

Listed
$879,900

May 18, 2026

MLS® 73520501

Expired
$915,900

May 15, 2026

MLS® 73475569

Listed
$915,900

Feb 9, 2026

MLS® 73475569

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Kurtis Parisi

Listing Office: Ocean State Properties

MLS® Number: 73520501