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11 Prospect St Spencer — Photo 1 of 28

11 Prospect St Spencer — Photo 1 of 28

$289,000

11 Prospect St, Spencer, MA 01562

Spencer, MA 01562

Beds

3

Baths

1

SqFt

1,140

Style

Single Family

Built

1880

Welcome to 11 Prospect St, a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering the perfect blend of comfort, character, and opportunity. Set in a convenient Spencer location, this inviting property provides a wonderful canvas for creating a home that reflects your personal style while offering the space and flexibility today's buyers are looking for. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the welcoming setting and the possibilities this home presents. Inside, the flexible layout offers comfortable spaces for everyday living, entertaining, and relaxing. The versatile den adds an extra layer of functionality and could easily become a stylish home office, private reading room, creative studio, playroom, or peaceful retreat. The three bedrooms provide inviting spaces to unwind at the end of the day, while the home's overall layout allows you to thoughtfully create spaces that feel warm, personal, and distinctly your own. Imagine gathering with family and friends, preparing meals in a kitchen designed around the way you love to live, or settling into a comfortable living space filled with your own style and personality. Outside, the possibilities continue. The generous yard offers the opportunity to create your own private outdoor escape—perhaps a beautiful garden, a space for summer entertaining, a play area, or simply a peaceful place to enjoy your morning coffee and warm New England evenings.  11 Prospect St is more than a house—it is an opportunity to create the home you've been envisioning. With its flexible spaces, inviting setting, and room to bring your own design ideas to life, this property is ready for its next chapter.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$254/sqft
Local Avg (Spencer)$284/sqft
11% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Spencer, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$289,000
Annual Taxes$2,579

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6
FireplacesNone
FlooringCarpet, Laminate
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningVR

Property & Lot

Acres0.2
SqFt Lot8,510
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Amenities & Appliances

Electric Water Heater • Range • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Laundromat

Geography

Population

12,008

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

Median Household Income

$81K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

37.0%

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

New Construction Permits — Worcester County

1,805 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+1% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,007 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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: 570 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,140 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,510 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.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Joshua Hoffsommer

Listing Office: ERA Key Realty Services- Auburn

MLS® Number: 73580296

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