Set back from the road in a picturesque countryside setting you will find a charming and energy efficient post & beam cottage sited on 4.6 private acres. This special property provides the perfect year round sanctuary for those looking for an ideal escape and love the outdoors. The interior is comfortable and cozy and the outside is surrounded by gorgeous Tibetan stone work, deck, lovely flowers and views. Many recent upgrades include extensive landscape, additional living space, mini-split for heat and air, new bath, and solar photovoltaic array with SREC payments. Upon entering you will find an open concept design with exposed beams, good size kitchen, dining & sitting area, half bath, laundry and a first floor bedroom or living room. A spiral staircase leads to a fabulous master suite with cathedral ceiling, plenty of closet space and a full bath. There is radiant heat, generator, fiber optic high speed internet and sheds. Very close to the Green River and recreation.
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
4.64 acresLot Size
$444Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Wanda Mooney• Coldwell Banker Community REALTORS®
A river stone walkway leads you to a sweet and charming Post & Beam cottage that is nestled in the woods and sited on top of a knoll overlooking a beautiful countryside setting. You cross a wooden bridge to access the secluded and tranquil 4.6 acre site that has mature trees, stonewall, and seasonal views of the hills beyond. Local lumber was used to frame this solid structure and all the posts and beams are exposed throughout. It features a good size kitchen that is open to the living area, wood stove, sliding glass door, radiant heat, spiral staircase, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. It is easy to maintain and energy efficient. The location is ideal for those who love the outdoors. The Green River is right up the road and is a destination for fishing and swimming. It is also near many recreation and culture activities including the Berkshire East Ski Area where you have alpine sliding, mountain biking, zip lines and downhill skiing 15 minutes from Greenfield and Shelburne Falls.
MLS PIN #71978552
Jul 18, 2016
Sold
$185,000
$186/sq ft
Mar 29, 2016
Listed
$189,000
$191/sq ft
+14
A river stone walkway leads you to a sweet and charming Post & Beam cottage that is nestled in the woods and sited on top of a knoll overlooking a beautiful countryside setting. You cross a wooden bridge to access the secluded and tranquil 4.6 acre site that has mature trees, stonewall, and seasonal views of the hills beyond. Local lumber was used to frame this solid structure and all the posts and beams are exposed throughout. It features a good size kitchen that is open to the living area, wood stove, sliding glass door, radiant heat, spiral staircase, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. It is easy to maintain and energy efficient. The location is ideal for those who love the outdoors. The Green River is right up the road and is a destination for fishing and swimming. It is also near many recreation and culture activities including the Berkshire East Ski Area where you have alpine sliding, mountain biking, zip lines and downhill skiing 15 minutes from Greenfield and Shelburne Falls.
BCMLS #212408
Dec 17, 2015
Listing Removed
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Aug 5, 2015
Listed
$199,000
$201/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 2007
Sold
$37,500
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,323 (+12.8%)
$78,300 + $206,500
$284,800
2022
$3,832 (+0.3%)
$71,300 + $166,100
$237,400
2021
$3,822 (+7.7%)
$71,300 + $157,700
$229,000
2020
$3,550 (+1.1%)
$62,400 + $146,300
$208,700
2019
$3,512 (+25.5%)
$62,000 + $139,600
$201,600
2018
$2,798 (+19.3%)
$62,000 + $102,700
$164,700
2015
$2,345 (+94.6%)
$47,400 + $89,200
$136,600
2014
$1,205 (+3.4%)
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
2013
$1,165 (−2.3%)
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
2012
$1,193
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
Tax history for 555 West Leyden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,323 (+12.8%)
$78,300 + $206,500
$284,800
2022
$3,832 (+0.3%)
$71,300 + $166,100
$237,400
2021
$3,822 (+7.7%)
$71,300 + $157,700
$229,000
2020
$3,550 (+1.1%)
$62,400 + $146,300
$208,700
2019
$3,512 (+25.5%)
$62,000 + $139,600
$201,600
2018
$2,798 (+19.3%)
$62,000 + $102,700
$164,700
2015
$2,345 (+94.6%)
$47,400 + $89,200
$136,600
2014
$1,205 (+3.4%)
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
2013
$1,165 (−2.3%)
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
2012
$1,193
$51,500 + $20,000
$71,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.