This charming home has been beautifully updated, featuring brand new windows, a new modern forced hot air heating and AC system, a new electric panel, and fresh paint and lighting throughout. The kitchen boasts new countertops and backsplash, while the exterior shines with new front steps, walkway and landscaping. With a cozy fireplace, built-ins, and wide plank pine floors, the home exudes character and charm. You'll appreciate the spacious front-to-back living room, formal dining room, and a bonus room in the lower level. The second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Attached garage and plenty of storage in the basement with built in cabinets and a wash sink. New Floors in the basement and even a new mailbox...just move right in! Located in a quaint New England neighborhood on a dead-end street, you’re just a around the corner from Greenwood Park, Community Pool and the Community Center. Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule a showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by MJC Home Team• Keller Williams Boston MetroWest
CHARMING CAPE ON A DEAD-END STREET! Loaded with period details in this classic center hall home. KITCHEN with WHITE CABINETS and stainless-steel appliances is open to the dining room with built-ins and decorative columns. WIDE PINE FLOORS and a neutral color palette throughout. Front to back living room with a WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE includes built-in shelving, wainscotting and a side facing picture window. Welcoming MUDROOM is open to the kitchen and has exterior access to a covered porch. FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY (washer & dryer included) is conveniently located in the UPDATED half bath. Two front-to-back bedrooms on the second floor and a full bath. Partially finished basement expands the living space. Plenty of storage in the basement. Very serene and private backyard.
MLS PIN #72290093
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$235,000
$138/sq ft
Mar 7, 2018
Listed
$249,900
$147/sq ft
+19
Absolutely charming cape in quiet, family friendly neighborhood with private back yard. Features wide pine floors throughout and lovely wood details. Updated kitchen with brand new energy star appliances, new hot water heater, updated bathrooms, first floor laundry, built-ins and cozy wood burning fireplace. Brand new garage door with remote opener. Duct work in place for central air. Perfect starter home or for someone looking to downsize! Walk to nearby Greenwood Park with public pool and playground. Easy to show.
MLS PIN #72052563
Feb 8, 2017
Sold
$169,000
$99/sq ft
Aug 12, 2016
Listed
$169,900
$100/sq ft
MLS PIN #70507953
Apr 27, 2007
Sold
$262,000
$154/sq ft
Jan 9, 2007
Listed
$264,500
$155/sq ft
MLS PIN #30418806
Aug 15, 2000
Sold
$135,900
$80/sq ft
Jun 7, 2000
Listed
$136,900
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1974
Sold
$32,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,053 (+3.0%)
$134,300 + $129,800
$264,100
2022
$5,874 (+4.8%)
$134,300 + $104,100
$238,400
2021
$5,604 (+8.3%)
$127,900 + $98,600
$226,500
2020
$5,176 (+4.8%)
$120,700 + $93,100
$213,800
2019
$4,938 (−3.8%)
$120,700 + $84,300
$205,000
2018
$5,131 (+3.2%)
$145,200 + $65,600
$210,800
2017
$4,971 (+4.3%)
$145,200 + $65,600
$210,800
2016
$4,766 (+3.8%)
$133,000 + $62,900
$195,900
2015
$4,592 (−0.9%)
$131,500 + $62,900
$194,400
2014
$4,632 (+5.2%)
$129,400 + $70,700
$200,100
2013
$4,401 (+6.9%)
$135,700 + $68,600
$204,300
2012
$4,117 (+1.8%)
$138,500 + $70,700
$209,200
2011
$4,043
$152,300 + $63,300
$215,600
Tax history for 85 Franklin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,053 (+3.0%)
$134,300 + $129,800
$264,100
2022
$5,874 (+4.8%)
$134,300 + $104,100
$238,400
2021
$5,604 (+8.3%)
$127,900 + $98,600
$226,500
2020
$5,176 (+4.8%)
$120,700 + $93,100
$213,800
2019
$4,938 (−3.8%)
$120,700 + $84,300
$205,000
2018
$5,131 (+3.2%)
$145,200 + $65,600
$210,800
2017
$4,971 (+4.3%)
$145,200 + $65,600
$210,800
2016
$4,766 (+3.8%)
$133,000 + $62,900
$195,900
2015
$4,592 (−0.9%)
$131,500 + $62,900
$194,400
2014
$4,632 (+5.2%)
$129,400 + $70,700
$200,100
2013
$4,401 (+6.9%)
$135,700 + $68,600
$204,300
2012
$4,117 (+1.8%)
$138,500 + $70,700
$209,200
2011
$4,043
$152,300 + $63,300
$215,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,352
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2544523
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Maple to Franklin
UnparsedAddress: 85 Franklin Rd, Longmeadow MA 01106
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,352
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampden County
APN: 2544523
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wolf Swamp Road Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Glenbrook Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Longmeadow High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Longmeadow, MA • 01106
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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53
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$434,000 – $526,000
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