Antique post and beam home offering a beautiful blend of historic character and thoughtful modern updates set on a private 2.77 acre lot, your own private recreational area & retreat. Inviting curb appeal and a traditional covered front porch welcome you into an open layout designed for comfortable living and easy entertaining. The professionally redesigned GOURMET KITCHEN serves as the heart of the home and features a Viking range, quartz countertops, deep farmhouse sink, bright lighting and creative custom cabinetry that maximizes both storage and functionality. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the beamed living and dining rooms highlighted by gleaming wide board floors and warm architectural details, while also providing access to the spacious family room addition filled with natural light. French doors lead to a very private fenced backyard complete with an SUPER SIZED composite deck, creating ideal space for outdoor dining, gatherings or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1875Year Built
2.77 acresLot Size
$224Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Amal Ardolino• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Est. $2,286 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 281 Mill Valley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73490699
May 8, 2026
Sold
$357,000
$224/sq ft
Mar 31, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 24, 2026
Listed
$299,900
$188/sq ft
BUILDIUM #1
Jul 11, 2025
Rental Removed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
Jun 15, 2025
Listed for Rent
$3,200
$2/sq ft
MLS PIN #72538417
Jan 10, 2020
Sold
$270,000
$169/sq ft
Jul 23, 2019
Listed
$273,000
$171/sq ft
+34
You'll lose your heart to this transformed antique post and beam! Follow the curb appeal to the open space created in the modern gourmet kitchen that opens to the antique charm of the beamed living & dining rms with their gleaming wide board flrs. Kitchen professionally redesigned into a chef's dream with Viking range, quartz countertops, creative custom cabinets that maximize use of space, deep farm sink and bright lighting. With the kitchen at the center, you can move easily to the airy family room addition or through the French door to the very private fenced backyard with oversized composite deck which creates additional living, cooking, entertaining or just taking it easy space. Gardens will delight, & there is more room on the 2.77 acres for animals or just more privacy. Charm follows upstairs on beautifully finished wide board floors to three bedrms, each with a distinctive look & a remodeled bathrm.Traditional front porch, also private shielded by mature trees and shrubs.
MLS PIN #30497194
Sep 24, 2001
Sold
$168,000
$105/sq ft
Apr 23, 2001
Listed
$169,900
$106/sq ft
WONDERFUL HISTORIC HOME,OPEN FLOOR PLAN, PLENTY OF LIGHT, WOOD FLOORS, EXPOSED BEAMS. AGREAT FIND. 2.77 ACRES MAKE IT PERFECT FOR THE PERSON LOOKING FOR SPACE FOR HORSES.
Public Records
Aug 10, 1990
Sold
$116,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,374 (+2.2%)
$67,000 + $201,000
$268,000
2022
$4,281 (+7.9%)
$67,000 + $175,400
$242,400
2021
$3,969 (+6.0%)
$62,600 + $156,300
$218,900
2020
$3,743 (+4.9%)
$62,600 + $143,400
$206,000
2019
$3,567 (+2.8%)
$60,500 + $134,200
$194,700
2018
$3,471 (+2.6%)
$61,800 + $129,000
$190,800
2017
$3,383 (+2.8%)
$61,800 + $124,100
$185,900
2016
$3,292 (−5.4%)
$60,500 + $122,700
$183,200
2015
$3,480 (+2.3%)
$62,600 + $131,900
$194,500
2014
$3,402 (+3.7%)
$66,500 + $125,500
$192,000
2013
$3,280 (+3.1%)
$70,300 + $121,400
$191,700
2012
$3,180 (+1.7%)
$70,300 + $121,700
$192,000
2011
$3,128
$70,800 + $129,100
$199,900
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.77 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,596
Year built
1875
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3860971
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded
Directions: Mill Valley is Rt 181. Driveway is on east side, house and drive very private, behind trees.
UnparsedAddress: 281 Mill Valley Rd, Belchertown MA 01007
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,596
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1875
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampshire County
APN: 3860971
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Cold Spring School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 1.2mi
Jabish Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Belchertown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Belchertown, MA • 01007
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$382,000 – $462,000
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