40 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038
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OFF MARKET

$501,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,162 sqft

40 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038

Est. Refi. Payment $3,047/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 5, 2015 for $227,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$502K
Since last month
Decreased$9K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+1.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$274K (+120.7%)
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 +105% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$501K
August 2026$500K
July 2026$510K
June 2026$511K
May 2026$515K
April 2026$510K
March 2026$503K
February 2026$488K
January 2026$478K
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
36 Ruggles St, Franklin, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$470,000
09/08/25
3
2
1,421
101-101R Peck St, Franklin, MA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$400,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,008
85 Alpine Pl, Franklin, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$485,000
11/28/25
3
2
1,376
4 Josephine St, Franklin, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$508,000
10/31/25
3
1.5
1,294
7 Howard Pl, Franklin, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$385,000
02/03/26
3
1
1,021
32 Dale St, Franklin, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$559,000
07/28/26
4
2
1,435
76 Dean Ave, Franklin, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$590,000
12/10/25
3
2
1,348
1 Pond Pl, Franklin, MA
0.86
Single-Family Home
$238,000
01/09/26
4
1
942
64 Uncas Ave, Franklin, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$685,020
03/20/26
3
2.5
1,735
70 Uncas Ave, Franklin, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$735,000
01/12/26
3
2.5
1,735

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
51 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.03
$764,600
-
-
-
Off Market
68 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.06
$449,900
3
1
1,535
For Sale
29 Lewis St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.14
$518,200
4
2
1,524
Off Market
39 Lewis St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.17
$758,800
4
2
2,368
Off Market
40 Hill Ave, Franklin, MA 02038
0.16
$430,000
2
1.5
1,219
Recently Sold
54 Lewis St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.21
$610,700
4
1.5
1,913
Off Market
159 E Central St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.16
$1,087,500
10
5
3,844
Recently Sold
25 King St, Franklin, MA 02038
0.18
$702,100
3
3
1,996
Off Market
35 Milliken Ave, Franklin, MA 02038
0.16
$511,600
4
1
1,373
Off Market
60 Uncas Ave #1, Franklin, MA 02038
0.20
$699,000
3
2.5
1,735
Recently Sold
70 Uncas Ave, Franklin, MA 02038
0.20
$735,000
3
2.5
1,735
Recently Sold
64 Uncas Ave, Franklin, MA 02038
0.20
$685,020
3
2.5
1,735
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,162 sqft
$432/sqft

About this House

This is the perfect opportunity to get into the beautiful town of Franklin! This charming antique colonial has been well maintained and recent updates have been done. Some of the updates in this home include: replaced furnace, newer roof, several windows have been replaced, gleaming hardwood floors, updated electric. Wall to wall carpet is in excellent condition in family room. Three bedrooms on second floor all have beautiful hardwood floors. Full bathroom has been completely remodeled with new vanity, stone counter top, tile floor, oversized tile shower with tub. Basement has work bench area for the handyman. Fenced back yard is level with plenty of room to play and a generously sized shed for storage. Enjoy the warmer seasons sitting on the screened in front porch. Plenty of parking in the large driveway. Great location just a short walk to the center of town, shopping and the train station. Town water and town sewer.
40 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,162 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $227,000 on Mar 5, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $501,800, with a rent estimate of $3,094/month.

Home Details for 40 Chestnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilHeating Fuel: Oil
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: ShinglePorch
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 6Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 5, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$227,000
Jan 15, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$249,900
Jan 13, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$249,900
Jan 10, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$249,900
Dec 31, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$249,900

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 40 Chestnut St

  • What is 40 Chestnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 40 Chestnut St in Franklin, MA is $501,800.
  • What is the price history for 40 Chestnut St?
    40 Chestnut St in Franklin, MA last sold for $227,000 in March 2015.
  • Is Franklin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Franklin is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Franklin?
    The median sale price in Franklin is $694K. That is up $35K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 40 Chestnut St?
    The lot at 40 Chestnut St in Franklin, MA is about 0.24 acres (10,454 sq ft).
  • Does 40 Chestnut St have parking?
    Yes, 40 Chestnut St in Franklin, MA has on-site parking.

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