Ideally located just 0.7 miles from downtown Florence, just steps from Arcanum field, Fitzgerald Lake and the bike path is this classic & affordable Northampton home with many desirable updates! With hardwood floors throughout the communal spaces, the large living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, open to the kitchen & leading to the backyard & composite deck! The updated kitchen features a peninsula with seating, SS appliances, tile floors and newer cabinets. A 1st floor full bath has a walk-in shower, and the office tucked off of the dining room is the perfect place to work from home! Upstairs are 2 bedrooms & an updated full bath! The large paved driveway leads you to the oversized, 2 car garage built less than 10 years ago! A stone patio connects you to the backyard. Replacement windows throughout (many brand new!) cost effective natural gas heat & hot water, and easy to maintain vinyl siding make this a winner. SHOWINGS BEGIN at the open house Thursday 5/14 from 4:30-6!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$360Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kim Raczka• 5 College REALTORS® Northampton
Listed by • 5 College REALTORS® Northampton
Bought with Natasha Yakovlev• 5 College REALTORS® Northampton
Est. $2,278 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 197 Bridge Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73515891
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$439,000
$360/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$439,000
$360/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Pending
—
May 19, 2026
Contingent
—
May 11, 2026
Listed
$399,000
$327/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Listed
$399,000
$327/sq ft
Ideally located just 0.7 miles from downtown Florence, just steps from Arcanum field, Fitzgerald Lake and the bike path is this classic & affordable Northampton home with many desirable updates! With hardwood floors throughout the communal spaces, the large living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, open to the kitchen & leading to the backyard & composite deck! The updated kitchen features a peninsula with seating, SS appliances, tile floors and newer cabinets. A 1st floor full bath has a walk-in shower, and the office tucked off of the dining room is the perfect place to work from home! Upstairs are 2 bedrooms & an updated full bath! The large paved driveway leads you to the oversized, 2 car garage built less than 10 years ago! A stone patio connects you to the backyard. Replacement windows throughout (many brand new!) cost effective natural gas heat & hot water, and easy to maintain vinyl siding make this a winner. SHOWINGS BEGIN at the open house Thursday 5/14 from 4:30-6!
MLS PIN #72888056
Oct 29, 2021
Sold
$317,500
$260/sq ft
Sep 13, 2021
Contingent
—
Aug 30, 2021
Listed
$320,000
$263/sq ft
+19
Conveniently located a short distance to downtown Florence, the Bike Path and Look Park sits this sweet 2 bedroom, 2 full bath colonial. The traditional floor plans offers a lovely living room with hardwood floors and beautiful natural light. The modern kitchen with granite counters, gas stove and newer stainless steel appliances features a breakfast bar and has been opened up to the dining room for a more contemporary feel. Off the dining room you can access the large deck via the sliding doors or the adjacent heated sunporch, currently being used as an office. A full bath rounds out the first floor. Upstairs you will find a large bedroom with two closets, one additional bedroom and a newly renovated full bath. The outdoor space has many options for entertaining or outdoor activities with a nice sized yard, oversize deck and patio between the house and garage. The garage has room for one car and plentiful storage or for two small cars.
MLS PIN #72135040
May 9, 2017
Sold
$230,000
$189/sq ft
Mar 23, 2017
Listed
$227,000
$186/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,281 (+2.8%)
$110,600 + $222,800
$333,400
2021
$5,135 (+12.6%)
$105,600 + $190,000
$295,600
2020
$4,560 (+9.7%)
$105,600 + $165,800
$271,400
2019
$4,157 (+16.0%)
$90,600 + $148,700
$239,300
2018
$3,584 (+19.8%)
$90,600 + $119,700
$210,300
2017
$2,991 (+3.3%)
$90,600 + $88,600
$179,200
2016
$2,896 (+6.3%)
$90,600 + $88,600
$179,200
2015
$2,724 (+2.7%)
$90,600 + $81,800
$172,400
2014
$2,653 (+7.9%)
$90,600 + $81,800
$172,400
2013
$2,458 (−6.4%)
$90,600 + $81,800
$172,400
2012
$2,627 (+3.0%)
$95,600 + $101,200
$196,800
2011
$2,551
$95,600 + $101,200
$196,800
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
1,219
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3715700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 198
Length: 11
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 42
Length: 6
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 42
Length: 6
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled
Waterfront Features: River, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Frontage Length: 98
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,915.01
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Leeds Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Jfk Middle School
High School: Northampton High School
Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly, near Arcanum Field
UnparsedAddress: 197 Bridge Road, Northampton MA 01062
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,219
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Hampshire County
APN: 3715700
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
37/100 Car-Dependent32/100 Some transit70/100 Very bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Leeds
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
John F Kennedy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Northampton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% 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
Florence, MA • 01062
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$409,000 – $494,000
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