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38 Paulson Drive Burlington — Photo 1 of 41

38 Paulson Drive Burlington — Photo 1 of 41

Recent Drop: $15,000

$774,900
$759,900

$759,900

38 Paulson Drive, Burlington, MA 01803

Burlington, MA 01803

Investor Analysis

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

SqFt

2,184

Style

Single Family

Built

1968

Fresh new paint & fresh new price! Situated in a highly desirable neighborhood on a PRIVATE LOOP ROAD, this charmer boasts a ½-ACRE LOT and is only a 20-minute stroll to the elementary school. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers starter or step-down buyers the ultimate jackpot as MANY of the BIG-TICKET ITEMS have been COMPLETED for you! The sellers have invested over $100K during their ownership! Improvements include fresh paint (2026), new GE dishwasher (2025), upgraded main water shut-off valve (2024), young Carrier top-tier GAS FURNACE & heat pump for CENTRAL AIR (2023), new retaining wall, stone walkway & front steps (2022), a "must have" FENCED front & side yard for furry friends (2022), 1st level and attic INSULATED (2021), young ROOF & GUTTERS (2020) and upgraded ELECTRICAL 200 AMP service, with new GFCI's added in 2026. The main level includes Harvey REPLACEMENT WINDOWS (2010), HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout, an UPDATED KITCHEN with breakfast bar (boasting gorgeous cherry cabinets & quartz countertops), adjacent DINING ROOM, an oversized living room with BAY WINDOW & FIREPLACE, 3 lovely BEDROOMS, a FULL ceramic tile BATH, MASTER ½ BATH and a PULL-DOWN ATTIC. A 2ND FIREPLACE can be found in the lower-level FAMILY ROOM. This level is MOSTLY ABOVE-GRADE and also includes a 3rd BATH with ceramic tile shower, a laundry room (W&D included) with walk-in closet, a 2nd KITCHEN (includes refrigerator-no stove) & yet another breakfast bar, a BONUS ROOM (dining room, office, exercise room or 4th BR - you choose!), and 3-season enclosed SUNROOM which leads to the spacious backyard and patio. No need to worry about parking with TWO DRIVEWAYS and PARKING for 10+ CARS! You will love living in COMMUTER-FRIENDLY Burlington with its abundance of SHOPPING, DINING & NIGHTLIFE and easy access to RTES 95, 93 & 3 PLUS bus service to ORANGE, BLUE & RED lines. This lovely home is move-in ready but awaits your personal touches! Hurry as this one won't last!

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$348/sqft
Local Avg (Burlington)$470/sqft
26% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Burlington, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$774,900
Annual Taxes$5,613

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street10

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10
Fireplaces2
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Parquet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningRO

Property & Lot

Acres0.5
SqFt Lot21,601
Lot FeaturesCul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Easements, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level, Sloped

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood • Plumbed For Ice Maker

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Highway Access • House of Worship

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Basement
Family RoomBathroom 3
Main,First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenPrimary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

16 x 15

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting

Dining Room
Lvl Main,First

10 x 9

Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

14 x 10

Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead

Family Room
Lvl Basement

18 x 17

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Main,First

12 x 11

Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double

Bedroom 2
Lvl Main,First

11 x 9

Bedroom 3
Lvl Main,First

10 x 10

Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double

Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First

9 x 6

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 2
Lvl Main,First

4 x 4

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 3
Lvl Basement

13 x 4

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce

Property History

Price Drop
$759,900

Was $774,900

Sep 17, 2026

MLS® 73565982

Listed
$774,900

Aug 20, 2026

MLS® 73565982

Population

26,274

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$146K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

25.8%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,184 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,601 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Loreen Cinganelli

Listing Office: Steve Bremis Realty Group

MLS® Number: 73565982

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