495 Grafton St

Taxes: $12,821 (2026)

About this home

Rarely does a property offer this exceptional combination of space, privacy, and value in sought-after Shrewsbury. Nestled on a beautiful country road with many amenities nearby, this impressive 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 3,342 square feet of living space on over 2 acres, a private inground pool, and endless possibilities for comfortable everyday living, entertaining, and multi-generational use. A substantial 2005 addition enhanced the home's appeal with a dramatic great room featuring soaring cathedral ceilings and a stunning first-floor bedroom suite. The inviting kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering double ovens and a breakfast peninsula. Hardwood flooring extends throughout the first and second floors, creating warmth and timeless character throughout. The expansive living room showcases a fireplace with a pellet stove insert and provides direct access to the screened-in porch and oversized mahogany deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped pool area. Whether hosting summer gatherings or enjoying a quiet morning coffee, the outdoor spaces provide the perfect setting to relax and unwind. For year-round enjoyment, the indoor hot tub room features skylights that frame views of the night sky and is conveniently connected to both a separate full bath and the primary suite. Additional living space can be found in the partially finished basement, where a gorgeous fireplace creates an ideal setting for a home office, game room, or cozy gathering space. Explore the possibilities for multi-generational use of the large, unfinished, room in the walk-out lower level, offering 9-foot ceilings and radiant heat. Above the garage, an additional unfinished bonus space creates even more possibilities to customize the home to your needs. Ideal for storage or a workshop; the barn adds versatility to this property. The circular driveway allows for easy entry and exit. Improvements include an updated full bath, insulated garage doors and ceiling, a brand-new double-walled oil tank and resurfaced driveway. Near major commuting routes, UMass and Tufts. Properties offering this much living space, acreage, privacy, and amenities at such a compelling value are increasingly difficult to find in Shrewsbury. Don't miss this rare opportunity to make this exceptional property your own. ** 1-Year Home Warranty Included**

Property details

Sewer

On-Site

Style

Cape, Half-Duplex

Water

Private Water, Other (See Remarks)

Cooling

Individual

Heating

Electric Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Individual, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove

Type

Detached

Flooring

Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood

Road type

Public

Appliances

Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Aluminum

Garage

Attached, Storage, Insulated, Oversized Parking

Lot

Wooded, Paved Drive, Stream

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Paved Driveway

Basement

Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Exterior

Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Pool - Inground, Gutters, Barn/Stable

Interior

Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub