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Worcester
137 Princeton Rd
$619,900
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137 Princeton Rd

Sterling, MA 01564
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
2,175 Ft²
$3,521
Est. Monthly

About This Property

This is anything but an ordinary home. Designed as a passive solar, earth-sheltered residence, this truly one-of-a-kind property combines thoughtful architecture, natural elements, and energy-conscious design to create a living environment unlike anything you'll find in a traditional home.  The south-facing design uses a direct-gain passive solar system, allowing sunlight to enter through expansive glass and warm the tile apron within the home. Carefully designed arched overhangs help control the amount of direct sunlight entering the living spaces while allowing the tile to absorb and retain warmth. The earth-sheltered construction further helps moderate temperature changes throughout the seasons, with supplemental propane heat provided by a propane stove in the living room and baseboards in select rooms. Inside, the unique architecture is paired with a spacious and functional floor plan. The home offers 2–3 bedrooms, including a generously sized primary bedroom, along with two full baths. At the heart of the home is a large, open kitchen and family room, creating a comfortable central gathering space for everyday living and entertaining. An oversized two-car garage provides plenty of additional room for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or outdoor equipment. One of the home's most fascinating features is its living roof. Rather than conventional shingles, the roof is covered in a natural mixture of grasses, wildflowers, daffodils, and even blueberry bushes, allowing the home to blend beautifully into its surroundings. Solar domes bring natural light from above, creating an interior that feels surprisingly bright, cheerful, and connected to the outdoors.  Earth-sheltered homes are designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind, using the surrounding earth and passive solar energy to help reduce dependence on conventional heating and cooling and minimize fossil-fuel consumption. The distinctive construction is also designed to provide added protection from severe weather and ground movement.  For the buyer who appreciates innovative architecture, sustainability, and a home that breaks completely from convention, this property offers an extraordinary opportunity. It isn't simply a different style of house-it's an entirely different approach to how a home can interact with its environment. Recent updates include hot water heater (2023), new septic (2024), appliances (2020-2026)
Unit Size
2,175 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
1.80 acres
Price per sqft
$285
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$477
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1982

Listed By

Karen Packard
Karen Packard Real Estate Inc.

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Last updated: 7 days ago (MLSPIN #73586760)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 5, 2026 Listed by Karen Packard Real Estate Inc. $619,900
Listed by Karen Packard Real Estate Inc.

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Detached, Oversized, Paved, Paved
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 10
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Laundry Features: First Floor
Rooms: 5
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 2175
Security Features: Security System
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch, See Remarks
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1982
Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond
Building Area Total: 2175
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Lot Size Area: 1.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.8
Lot Size Square Feet: 78408
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $455,800
Tax Annual Amount: $5,720
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Other
Heating Type: Electric, Propane, Passive Solar
Sewer : Private Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1982
  • Effective Year Built: 1982
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 21
  • Exterior Walls Type: 23
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 78,408
  • Total Building Area: 2,175
  • Gross Building Area: 3,711
  • Building Area: 2,175
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,175
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000001800
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Wachusett School District
  • Census Tract: 719100

Geography

  • District: 282
  • Parcel: STER M:00095 L:00031
  • Lot: 31
  • Municipality: STERLING
  • Latitude: 42.4395
  • Longitude: -71.7848

    Address

  • Full Address: 137 Princeton Rd
  • Address - House Number: 137
  • Address - Street Name: Princeton
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Sterling
  • Carrier Code: R002
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2710
  • Zip Code: 01564

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $561,100

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1719
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 78
  • Final Value: 543,001
  • High Value: 636,393
  • Low Value: 449,610

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $421,600
  • Assessed Land Value: $146,700
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $274,900
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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When was property at 137 Princeton Road built and last sold?
The property at 137 Princeton Road was built in 1982 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 137 Princeton Road is $626,954.
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