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House Hunt is a regular column featuring open houses in Framingham this weekend.
According to nemoves.com, 39 Johnson St. recently reduced its price to $210,000. The five-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom Colonial, is located near Lake Cochituate, in the Saxonville neighborhood. It sits on .30 acres and has just over 2,000 square feet of living space. The listing agent is Atlantic & Pacific Real Estate, Thomas Stellinger.
According to nemoves.com, there are 17 open houses this weekend in Framingham. Highlighted House: 16 Kingsbury St. is a single-family house with two bedrooms and one bathroom. It has just under 1,000 square feet of living space and sits on .10 acres. Refinished hardwoods and an eat-in kitchen make this a good alternative to a condo. The open house is Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. The listing agent is Prudential Ursula Stephan, Alexander Sperry. For information on the other open houses, visit nemoves.com.
Sitting on a half-acre of land, this 2,500-square-foot house at 7 Sundial Pl., has been updated with modern finishes, according to AOL Real Estate. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a two-car garage. The listing agent is Keller Williams Realty Westborough 508-871-7141.
Realtor Kathy Kessel has listed a home at 1000 Old Conn Path for sale. "Move right into this beautiful 1800-plus sq ft ranch. Many updates include: refinished hardwood floors, windows, carpets, paint ... master bedroom extension, gas fireplace, bulkhead, pool liner & filter. Shiny hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen & eating area open nicely to the fireplaced living room. Added bonus family room in the finished basement with a beautiful brick bar. The fenced in backyard has a lovely pool and play area." The home has views of Saxonville Beach across the street. For a viewing contact her at 781…
Renovated in 2008, this 1,636 square foot single-family home has views of Cushing Memorial Park, with its walking/running/bike trails. The 10-room, 4-bedrooms, 1.5 bath has new kitchen appliances, hardwood floors and a large, sun- filled 3-season porch overlooking a great private backyard. There is a partially finished basement and it is conveniently located to the MBTA commuter rail, schools, shopping and restaurants. Build in 1963, it is located in the Crest Road/Winter Street neighborhood. To view or for more information call Roger at 617-365-4311
This 12 Goodnow Lane Colonial home has 13 room, 4 bedrooms and 4 bathroom. The 3,000 square foot home is on a quiet culdesac on the golf course side of the lane. Built in 1998, it is listed at $675,000. Taxes were $10,131. This beautiful young home has gleaming hardwood floors and a wide open floor plan with architectural columns, cathedral ceilings and a nice flow. Nicely appointed kitchen with corian counters. Beautifully finished basement with kitchenette, bedroom, office & full bath, great for au pair or guests. There is an open house Sunday, Jan. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The house…
Built in 1946, the cape at 72 Higgins Road has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and more than 1,500 square feet. The home has undergone extensive structural renovations, like a new roof, gutters, electrical system and windows. The eat-in kitchen has also been updated with granite countertops. Throughout the house there are archictectural details like arched doorways and wainscoting, and there is hardwood flooring in the dining room. The property is a half an acre, and there is a large deck on the back of the house. The house is surrounded by mature trees and a stone retaining wall. The home was …
This antique colonial at 16 Kingsbury St. was built in 1912. The 918 square foot home has two bedrooms and one bathroom. The interior details reflect the period it was built in, like crown moldings and large windows. The kitchen will need some updating, but the hardwood floors have been recently refinished and there is new tile in the shower. The .10 acre property is centrally located to the park and town beach, as well as the commuter rail and Route 9. The home was put on the market last week and is priced at $229,000. There will be an open house Sunday, Jan. 13 from  noon to 1:30 p.m. For …
This Saxonville Cape at 142 School St. has four bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is located near Lake Cochituate. The home has been updated, including a new furnace and granite countertops in the kitchen. At 2,000 square feet, the home features large rooms, including an eat-in kitchen with loads of cabinets. One of the second floor bedrooms has a kitchenette. The quarter-acre yard includes a shed and ample parking spaces. The home was put on the market just this week at $319,900. There will bean open house this Sunday, Jan. 13 from 1-3 p.m. Check out the complete listing at New England Moves.
This 21 Church St. 1995 Colonial is located very close to the Framingham State University campus and commuter routes. It sits on a quarter-acre with abundant trees. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms over 1,900 square feet. There are architectural details you would expect to find in an older home, like moldings, tray ceiling and a palladium window. The entryway features a 2-story foyer. The home has been on the market since mid-November and is listed at $425,000. There will be an open house on Sunday, Jan. 6, from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, see the complete listing at New …
This multi-family home was built in 1887, and recently underwent a major modernization. There is potential for expansion on the third-acre corner lot. The 2,894 square foot home has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The home is brand new to the market, listed at $359,000. Check it out at this weekend's open house, Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m. See the detailed listing at New England Moves.
This fullly updated 1953 ranch is conveniently located on a half-acre in between Route 9 and the Mass Pike. The 1,610 square foot home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and features red oak flooring throughout. The kitchen is modern, featuring granite countertops and cherry cabinets. The home is listed at $349,000. Check it out for yourself on Sunday's and Monday's open houses, at 1-3 p.m. both days. The complete listing can be viewed at New England Moves.
A renovation of a 100-year old dairy barn at 947 Pleasant St. created one of the largest condos around at 4,500 square feet It has 11 rooms, including 5 bedrooms and four bathrooms, and a 3-car garage. The gourmet kitchen includes Italian cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an indoor grill. This property has been on the market for a few weeks and can be viewed at New England Moves. It is listed as $499,900.
565 Winter Street is brand new to the market. Built in 1986, the home is an excellent example of a contemporary, loft-style, open floor plan. It is situated on the Stearns Reservoir, with sweeping views from all over the house. There are 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and modern kitchen and master bath. It is listed at $675,000. 618 Grove Street is listed at $875,000. The 1984 house is an architectural gem, with "reclaimed Honduran mahogany columns and quartersawn panels, cornices with dentil & egg-and-dart detail, butternut custom cabinetry in chef's kitchen, dramatic brick fireplace patterned …
On the market only a week, 169 Pleasant St. is listed at $599,900. The historic home is situated on two thirds of an acre. It has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, as well as a huge barn with garage bays and 4 rooms. The kitchen is completely updated, with granite countertops and new appliances. You can visit the property for yourself this weekend at the open houses: Saturday 2-4:30 p.m. and Sunday 12-2 p.m. Check out the listing details at New England Moves.
This 9-room Contemporary on Flanagan Drive was built in 1986. Situated on a private full acre, it has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths over 3,500 square feet. The living area features a dramatic, double-sided fieldstone fireplace. The home just went on the market this week, so check out the full listing on New England Moves.
Open House Sunday, Oct. 28 from noon to 2 p.m. at 200 Singletary Lane $985,000 - 4 bedroom Colonial Built in 1937 and set back on private way, this Colonial with water views features a gourmet kitchen w/ stainless appliances, island and eat-in area. It has a family room with gas fireplace & built-ins. The living room accesses a sun room with sliders to a bluestone patio & in-ground pool.  The master suite features a bath, walk-in closet and balcony overlooking reservoir. There is a finished lower level.
There are more than 20 open houses this Halloween weekend. Please call ahead, as with Hurricane Sandra coming up the coast, some open houses could be cancelled. These are just a few we chose to highlight. Click on the photo for more details. Realtors: Please upload your open houses to our selections.
Click on the photos for details. Realtors: Please upload your open houses to these three listed.
Realtors: Please upload you open houses to the one we have posted.

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