Under contract
$550,000
3 beds1,102 sq ft
11 mi straight lineto Ski Ward
12 Denise DrAshland, MA 01721
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11971463
Listing courtesy of BHHS Verani Realty · MyStateMLS
Under contract
$711,000
4 beds4,107 sq ft1.7 acres
55 Old Common RdAuburn, MA 01501
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11997285 · Listed 37 days ago (Sep 23, 2026)
11 mi straight line to Ski Ward (local ski area) · Ski access details
Under contract: The seller has accepted an offer with conditions. Some sellers still accept backup offers.
About this property
Property is being offered via Real Estate Auction on Wednesday, October 28th at 11am on-site. The actual selling price will be determined auction day. List price/estimated value seen is set at the real estate tax assessment. Pre-auction offers must be presented on the auction P&S and are subject to seller confirmation. 10% Buyer's Premium applies. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this 4,107+/-sf, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home w/ detached 2-car garage is set on a private 1.7± acre wooded lot (73,939± sq. ft.) in the desirable Pondville neighborhood. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and major commuter routes including US Route 20 and I-90, the home features a detached garage/workshop, substantial recent capital improvements including the septic system, oil tank, roof, and garage doors, plus potential for a separate in-law or guest suite. DESIGN: 4,107+/- sf., 4-Bedroom, 3.5 Bath (2 per Assessor) contemporary/retro home with exposed beams, custom cabinetry & shelving, 2 cedar closets and two fireplaces (living & dining rooms). Potential for in-law suite on the second floor with interior & exterior access, full bath and plumbing for a kitchen. EXTERIOR FEATURES: Deck, patio, three storage sheds, stone retaining wall. GARAGE & PARKING: Oversized detached 2-car garage with workshop/storage area. Paved driveway with parking for 6+/- vehicles. RECENT UPDATES: New septic system (2025), Stainless steel oil tank (2025), Garage doors and motor replaced (2023), Roofs replaced on house, garage, and shed (2018), Harvey vinyl replacement windows (21 windows). BASEMENT: Partial w/ interior access.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ski WardMA · homes near it | Local ski area | 11 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Pulaski State Park and Recreational AreaRI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 18 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Wachusett Mountain Ski AreaMA · homes near it | Alpine resort | 21 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Nashoba Valley Ski AreaMA · homes near it | Local ski area | 31 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Great Brook Ski Touring CenterMA · homes near it | Nordic center | 35 mi | Great Brook Ski Touring Center ParkingVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Blue Hills Ski AreaMA · homes near it | Local ski area | 36 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 8:16 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Justin Manning of JJManning Auctioneers.
Features for skiers
- Fireplace (mentioned in description)
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $711,000
- Status
- Under contract
- Property type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full baths
- 3
- Half baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 4,107 sq ft
- Lot size
- 1.7 acres
- Year built
- 1950
- Garage spaces
- 2
- County
- Worcester County
- MLS number
- 11997285
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Heating
- Hot Water
- Baseboard
- Oil
Roof
- Asphalt
Water
- Public (Water Source)
Sewer
- Other
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Auburn.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$142,200
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Estimated monthly payment
$4,396 per month
Principal and interest$3,595
Property tax$593
Homeowners insurance$208
Loan amount$568,800
Total interest over the term$725,473
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
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Listing courtesy of BHHS Verani Realty · MyStateMLS
For sale
$549,999
3 beds1,224 sq ft
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Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of JJManning Auctioneers. Listing agent: Justin Manning. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 28, 2026, 5:49 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 8:12 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.