
12 On The Common Royalston — Photo 1 of 42
$499,000
Investment Analysis — 12 On The Common
Royalston, MA 01368
Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Western Worcester County, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, a 3-bedroom in 01368 carries an estimated $2,390/mo in gross rent — about a 3.68% cap rate and $18,382/yr in estimated NOI at the $499,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
2,657
Style
Single Family
Built
1810
Here is one of the 27 historic homes in the peaceful Royalston Historic District on The Common. The home is original Post and Beam construction, but you have modern necessities. Check photos to see how liveable it is, with recent heat, water treatment system, satellite, and wifi everywhere! A kitchen window overlooks extensive fields and forests. The center entry has traditional right and left fireplaced parlors; one could be a first floor bedroom. A large room downstairs has the original kitchen fireplace, for a family or dining room. Next to the kitchen is a new bath- laundry .Upstairs find three bedrooms, a bonus room, new bath, and two stairways to the first floor. History is here five orginal fireplaces. In an ell find the original P.O./store. From the southern enclosed porch, the yard shows love and care, with perennials, roses, bushes, and flowering trees. The garage has an auto opener and storage. Royalston has a small, active population and many acres of conserved land.
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 2,657 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 20,909 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.
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Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Bike Path • Conservation Area
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First14 x 14
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Dining Room
Lvl First19 x 15
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet, Flooring - Wood
Kitchen
Lvl First13 x 19
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Country Kitchen
Office
Lvl FirstFamily Room
Lvl FirstMaster Bedroom
Lvl Second15 x 18
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second14 x 14
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second14 x 14
Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First14 x 7
Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8 x 9
Bathroom - With Tub
Listing Agent: Althea Bramhall
Listing Office: LAER Realty Partners
MLS® Number: 73496144
