The Underhill House is an enchanting 4BR/1.5BA historic country estate, on 2 Acres in Ashfield located on a quiet road just 5 mins from Ashfield Lake, 10 mins from the DAR forest, 30 mins from Smith College, 40 mins from Amherst College and UMass, and 25 mins from Deerfield Academy. Tanglewood and Lennox are an hour away. Ashfield has over 20 miles of hiking trails. Boasting bucolic views of fields and surrounded by protected farmland, planted with tree peonies, roses, fruit trees, lilacs, and magnolia hedges, this sprawling Georgian Colonial set behind mature maple trees with a striking vintage farm silo blends classic character with modern updates and conveniences such as fiber optic internet, spacious rooms offering two entrances each and lots of light, 8 fireplaces, wood floors (maple) through out, with many original details. French doors and large windows blur indoor/outdoor lines. The heart of the home is a renovated and inviting open-concept great room with rich cherry floors, a fireplace, large windows and a kitchen featuring granite counters, copper vent hood + copper apron sink, an ample pantry/utility room, and a main-floor laundry. A flexible attached 5-room farmhand quarters above the carport/carriage shed offers endless potential, with an attached creamery converted to a garage. The covered parking area is highly functional as-is, but also perfectly situated to be reimagined as a superb screen porch or outdoor patio. This antique home (circa 1792/1829) has many already completed major updates that provide peace of mind, including cosmetics, a new slate roof over the main house, a rebuilt north chimney, updated electrical/septic/plumbing, structural improvements, and more. Already plumbed for an additional bathroom. This graceful grand home is ready for its next chapter. A golden opportunity to enjoy a generously sized home in a peaceful setting and build immediate equity while customizing a classic New England treasure.
Beautiful Georgian colonial with spacious rooms and lots of light. Eight fireplaces, huge barn and many original features, pine floors, old doors, etc. Once was a grand house, with some work it could be a spectacular property again. Surrounded by protected farmland on a very quiet road. This home has endless possibilities, spacious family home, multifamily or a fabulous B&B. Approximately 1/2 hour drive to Northampton.
Public Records
Feb 6, 2009
Sold
$230,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,718 (+6.6%)
$69,700 + $255,000
$324,700
2022
$5,363 (+7.2%)
$66,200 + $242,400
$308,600
2020
$5,003 (+1.7%)
$66,200 + $234,100
$300,300
2019
$4,920 (+1.4%)
$63,200 + $223,500
$286,700
2018
$4,853 (+6.2%)
$63,200 + $219,300
$282,500
2017
$4,568 (+4.9%)
$62,300 + $219,300
$281,600
2016
$4,355 (+3.0%)
$62,300 + $202,600
$264,900
2015
$4,230 (−5.2%)
$62,300 + $202,600
$264,900
2014
$4,462 (+5.3%)
$58,600 + $217,500
$276,100
2013
$4,236 (+2.7%)
$56,900 + $223,800
$280,700
2012
$4,123 (+3.7%)
$56,900 + $223,800
$280,700
2011
$3,977
$56,900 + $228,400
$285,300
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,139
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,139
Year built
1829
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Franklin County
APN
3603034
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Ashfield, MA • 01330
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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44
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 238 Briar Hill Rd
$686,819
$12K under list price of $699K
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