3 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038
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FOR SALE
NEW
OPEN SAT, 11-1PM
0.52 ACRES

$639,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,088 sqft (on 0.52 acres)

3 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1973
0.52 acre lot
$306/sqft
Carport

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 3 Short St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to this charming Raised Ranch/Split Level home in Franklin, Ma, offering comfortable living space and plenty of flexibility. The main level features hardwood floors, an eat in kitchen with direct access to large deck, french doors lead into a welcoming living room with recessed lighting & bay window. 3 bedrooms and an updated full bath. The finished lower level with new carpets adds even more usable space with a spacious family room plus two additional rooms that could serve as home offices, a playroom, hobby space or potentially additional bedrooms (totaling 5) and a full bathroom, laundry and mudroom Outside you will enjoy the professionally landscaped grounds with newer paver walkway and stone walls, a fully fenced in yard and a large deck perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Other features include Solar panels to reduce electric costs, fresh paint throughout, a home generator, convenient carport, and a 12x20 workshop/storage shed providing excellent space for projects , hobbies and storage. Showings start at the open house on Saturday 9/12 & 9/13 from 11:00 - 1:00
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Peter Haswell, (508) 446-7671
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, (508) 655-1211
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73575290
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Open House

Saturday, September 12
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday, September 13
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Home Details for 3 Short St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2088 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas OvenAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Deck - CompositeFencing: FencedExterior: Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced YardFoundation: Concrete PerimeterSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 6Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Carport,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Private Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1080Finished Area (below surface): 1008

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Raised Ranch,Split Entry
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Backyard PlaysetParcel Number: 95218

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $639,000Price Per Sqft: $306

Active Status

MLS Status: New

Location

Direction & Address
City: Franklin

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73575290

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2088 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway AccessNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.52 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73575290Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1080

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingHighway Access

Around this home

What Locals Say about Franklin

At least 185 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Kbart4743
    "We have a farmers market, restaurants, community events like the Strawberry stroll. We have a lot of outdoor activities, hiking, bike trails, Beaver Pond. Many playground area."
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  • Gaslaine Duperrier
    "Dog owners would love the little parks and the ability to walk around which is a stark difference from not being able to. Can’t think of anything else"
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  • Kbart4743
    "I work in Boston . I commute via train rather than drive. It takes me about the same amount of time without the hassle of sitting in traffic. "
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  • Diana Lopez
    "It’s diverse, family friendly, reasonably priced, everything with a fairly close distance to shop for all your needs. Most of those who live in town embrace the diversity which is nice to see."
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  • Divenerem
    "There is a farmer’s market in the center of town during the summer that is very popular. There is also the local arts programs. "
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  • Kristinjyankee
    "Friendly people- lots of pet owners in the neighborhood. Easy and safe areas to walk your dog. People like pets "
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  • Malcrodgers.usa
    "commuter rail service into Boston is good during the week, but not as easy on weekends --- good service "
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  • Lauren.piazza
    "They need to pick up after their dogs. That is all. It is a safe area/town. Great for families. Good school system."
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  • Wallyworld53
    "We have a neighborhood block party every summer. We have a neighborhood committee that plans the event and sends out available dates. It’s always a huge success."
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  • Jim
    "It is a safe town with nice parks, good restaurants and shopping. Schools are great and lots of community activities "
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  • Krysta S.
    "There’s a lot of open sidewalks and dog parks to take your dogs to. Most people are friendly towards dogs "
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  • Willie T.
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transit, I-495 and multiple state routes. Can quickly get to I-95 or I-295 as well. "
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  • Wayne D.
    "Friendly and inviting. Lots of town events. Great parks and schools! Well maintained homes although the roads could use some work. Great town to raise a family!"
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  • Tina K.
    "It's walking distance to the train, supermarkets and town center. That's all that matters to me. The commute to Boston is long though."
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  • Resident
    "Everyone knows everyone else. My neighbors regularly have neighborhood parties, and our children are true friends. "
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  • Danconatser57
    "safest town around. brand new high school. good local restaurants, shops, lowest gas prices around "
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  • Chris s.
    "Easy access to three major highways while quiet at the same time. Equidistant to Logan and T. F. Green Airports."
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  • Wjin
    "close and tight neighborhoods; decent and genuinely nice people around neighborhood; lots of kids around neighborhood and low traffic on the street which means you don’t need to worry about kids when they play outside."
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  • Yammirc
    "Beautiful homes, community revolves around family, education and kids. Safe. Close and far enough from the city to where it’s quiet and charming. "
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  • Chris s.
    "I lived in Franklin for 15 years and our cul-de-sac is quiet but we’re only 45 mins from Logan airport and 40 from TF Green and 11 miles from AMTRAK Located between 495 and 128 with easy access to bike trails, dog parks, etc"
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  • melissa h.
    "I've been staying in Franklin for 2 mo's and I really like the community here. I like being near a plaza, very convienant. I love to shop to just window shop or pop in for a visit. Folks seem very nice here. I also appreciate the clenlines of the town. "
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  • Jill
    "It’s very safe and friendly! It has a lot of stores and restaurants but it doesn’t feel overly industrialized! "
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  • Jcrosbygodfilled
    "People are nice and town is quiet. Franklin has everything you’ll need from groceries to restaurants you won’t have to go far."
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Market trends in Franklin

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$694K
$35KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.6%
Price per sq ft
$340
$7MoM
Available listings
66
7MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$638K
Since last month
Decreased$91K (-12.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$72K (-10.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$88K (+16.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$638K
August 2026$718K
July 2026$729K
June 2026$734K
May 2026$742K
April 2026$731K
March 2026$729K
February 2026$703K
January 2026$693K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
169 Brook St, Franklin, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$699,000
08/06/26
3
1.5
2,232
25 Short St, Franklin, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$652,600
05/27/26
3
2
1,536
19 Short St, Franklin, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/29/26
3
2.5
2,322
7 Glenwood Rd, Franklin, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$752,500
02/26/26
3
2
2,000
484 Pleasant St, Franklin, MA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$639,175
11/25/25
3
2
1,596
622 Lisa Ln, Franklin, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$770,000
08/06/26
3
2.5
1,764
620 Pleasant St, Franklin, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$760,000
10/14/25
4
2.5
1,994
31 Greystone Rd, Franklin, MA
0.61
Single-Family Home
$585,000
09/30/25
3
1.5
1,656
8 Griffin Rd, Franklin, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$811,000
07/10/26
3
1.5
1,720
500 Old Farm Rd, Franklin, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$527,700
09/23/25
3
1
1,196

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.03
$715,600
3
3
2,448
Off Market
169 Brook St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.08
$699,000
3
1.5
2,232
Recently Sold
19 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.23
$750,000
3
2.5
2,322
Recently Sold
33 Daniels St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.27
$700,000
4
1.5
1,808
Recently Sold
39 Miller St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.21
$813,100
4
2.5
1,976
Off Market
53 Miller St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.21
$581,600
3
2
1,800
Off Market
117 Brook St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.23
$710,900
4
2
1,572
Off Market
37 Daniels St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.29
$855,000
4
3.5
2,309
Recently Sold
33 Miller St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.24
$871,200
4
2.5
2,525
Off Market
20 Green St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.30
$689,600
3
2
2,016
Off Market
25 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.29
$652,600
3
2
1,536
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 10, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73575290
Listed For Sale
$639,000
Mar 9, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$550,000
Jan 19, 2021
Source: MLS PIN #72774906
Pending
$499,900
Jan 14, 2021
Source: MLS PIN #72774906
Listed For Sale
$499,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Peter Haswell, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, (508) 655-1211
Agent Phone: (508) 446-7671
The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.
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Frequently asked questions about 3 Short St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 3 Short St?
    Based on a $639,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 3 Short St in Franklin, MA is approximately $4,054 (about $3,436 principal & interest, $543 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 3 Short St compare to homes in Franklin?
    3 Short St in Franklin, MA is listed at $639,000, about 8% below the $694K median sale price in Franklin.
  • What do residents say about Franklin?
    Residents describe Franklin, MA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Franklin, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 3 Short St?
    The closest schools to 3 Short St in Franklin, MA are Annie Sullivan Middle School (rated 8/10), Franklin High School (rated 9/10), Helen Keller Elementary School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 3 Short St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3 Short St in Franklin, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3 Short St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3 Short St in Franklin, MA has in-unit laundry.
3 Short St, Franklin, MA 02038 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,088 sqft single-family home built in 1973. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Sep 10, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73575290.