Enchanting and virtually net-zero energy efficient home in a tranquil private setting. Enjoy lovely sunsets from the farmer’s porch. Gracious first floor bedroom suite, bath with deep soaking tub. Huge windows light up fireplaced living room, and adjoining dining area opens French doors to porch. Lofty skylighted family room (or art studio) soars to a vaulted ceiling. Graceful walnut staircase ascends to two more bedrooms and bath. Granite/stainless cook’s kitchen offers quaint brick details and abundant cabinetry. Adjacent mudroom opens to a short walkway leading to heated bonus room above the two-car garage, and access to the the fully fenced backyard for your pets. In summer, pollinator gardens glory in colorful blossom, with veg, herb,and perennials. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of woods and close to Chapel Falls and the DAR State forest, minutes away from Ashfield center, with its lively cultural scene of arts and festivals and Ashfield Lake. See aerial video for more info.
Look no further for your charming cape-style home, tucked inside one of Franklin County's most scenic locations. Enjoy this well maintained 5-acre property as you experience New England's finest on your spacious farmer's porch. This 2,747 sq ft home features a newly remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances making gatherings a must! You'll fall in love with the 1st floor master bedroom with large picture windows and 2 additional bedrooms on the second floor. The family room has vaulted ceilings and skylights to let the sun shine in. The detached garage features a 2nd floor bonus room which could make a great office space. Roof was replaced in 2017. - Exterior house on contract to be painted . - Berkshire East only 25 minutes away. - Snowmobile Trails and DAR state park for camping, biking, swimming and fishing all within 5 miles close proximity for your enjoyment. - Convenient to Northampton, Greenfield and S.Deerfield.
MLS PIN #71214270
Aug 12, 2011
Sold
$378,000
$123/sq ft
Apr 11, 2011
Listed
$399,900
$130/sq ft
Enjoy the lovely grounds surrounding this charming sun-filled cape from the spacious farmer’s porch, or the fully enclosed backyard. You’ll fall in love with the architectural details: the welcoming center hallway, stunning window combinations, inlaid flooring, cozy fireplace framed by handsome built-in cabinets, 1st floor master, and the newly renovated kitchen. The detached garage features a spacious 2nd floor bonus room; add heat, and it’s perfect for your home office. Come and be wowed!
Public Records
Feb 12, 2007
Sold
$405,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 18, 2002
Sold
$305,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,248 (+3.6%)
$78,900 + $332,700
$411,600
2022
$6,995 (+6.4%)
$75,400 + $327,100
$402,500
2020
$6,576 (+3.0%)
$75,400 + $319,300
$394,700
2019
$6,384 (−0.1%)
$71,400 + $300,600
$372,000
2018
$6,391 (−9.8%)
$71,400 + $300,600
$372,000
2017
$7,082 (+5.4%)
$70,500 + $366,100
$436,600
2016
$6,719 (+2.9%)
$70,500 + $338,200
$408,700
2015
$6,527 (+1.3%)
$70,500 + $338,200
$408,700
2014
$6,446 (+20.8%)
$66,100 + $332,800
$398,900
2013
$5,336 (+2.7%)
$64,000 + $289,600
$353,600
2012
$5,194 (+2.2%)
$64,000 + $289,600
$353,600
2011
$5,081
$64,000 + $300,500
$364,500
Tax history for 537 West Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,248 (+3.6%)
$78,900 + $332,700
$411,600
2022
$6,995 (+6.4%)
$75,400 + $327,100
$402,500
2020
$6,576 (+3.0%)
$75,400 + $319,300
$394,700
2019
$6,384 (−0.1%)
$71,400 + $300,600
$372,000
2018
$6,391 (−9.8%)
$71,400 + $300,600
$372,000
2017
$7,082 (+5.4%)
$70,500 + $366,100
$436,600
2016
$6,719 (+2.9%)
$70,500 + $338,200
$408,700
2015
$6,527 (+1.3%)
$70,500 + $338,200
$408,700
2014
$6,446 (+20.8%)
$66,100 + $332,800
$398,900
2013
$5,336 (+2.7%)
$64,000 + $289,600
$353,600
2012
$5,194 (+2.2%)
$64,000 + $289,600
$353,600
2011
$5,081
$64,000 + $300,500
$364,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,747
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
3602961
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Stone/Gravel