Private and pristine this striking architect-designed multi-level contemporary with traditional touches is sited at end of curved driveway on 1.5 acre professionally landscaped stone walkways and walls on a quiet road in West Pelham. Craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident throughout in this light-filled retreat. Amenities abound in this 4,300 sq. ft home. Formal entryway leads to spacious open-plan kitchen with center island and large dining area. A sizeable living room with fireplace offers intimacy and adjoining private office/bedroom. Second floor offers vaulted ceiling library and master bedroom suite with soaking tub, and walk-in closet, and 3 more bedrooms and full bath, including large studio room with private entrance. stairs to tower/loft room,Features handsome 1st and 2nd floor decks, oak and carpeted floors, security system, central vac, Buderas heating system, central air, two 2-bay garages. NEW SEPTIC SYSTEM BEING INSTALLED. A special home, don't miss it.
Median sale price in this area is $457,735. (26% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Storm doors
Insulated windows
Closets throughout
Home office
Bonus room
Mud room
Central vacuum
Broadband internet available
Partial basement with crawl space and walk-out access
Interior entry to basement
Garage access to basement
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Main-level bedroom (1) with hardwood flooring
Second-level primary bedroom with walk-in closets, picture window, exterior deck access, double vanity, dressing room and double closet
Second-level bedrooms (at least 3) with closets and wall-to-wall carpet
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (including a primary/master bath)
Two half bathrooms
First-floor half baths with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Second-floor full bath with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring in kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Washer included
First-floor laundry access (near half bath)
Flooring
Hardwood floors in main living areas
Wall-to-wall carpet in multiple bedrooms
Wood and other wood flooring types
Heating & cooling
Central heating (forced air)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Porch
Wood deck and balcony
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping
Stone wall
Wooded, gently sloping lot
Easements on property
Paved public road frontage with approximately 260' frontage
Public maintained road
Home design
Single-family residence
Multi/split levels
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) present
Tan exterior color
Shingle roof
Parking
Attached garage
4 garage spaces (covered)
4 open/off-street paved parking spaces
Total of 8 parking spaces
Driveway is paved
Security
Security system installed
Construction
Built (year per public records)
Conventional 2x4–2x6 construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Private water source
Private sewer (inspection required for sale)
220V electric service with circuit breakers and 200+ amp service
Electrical set up for electric range/oven
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby include public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walking/jogging trails, golf, medical facility, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a university
Other
Lot size approximately 1.5 acres
Electricity and solar
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EXTRAORDINARY HOME WITH MANY CUSTOM DETAILS PRIVATE COUNTRY SETTING. MINUTES TO U OF M AND AMHERST CENTER. CENTRAL A/C 4 CAR GARAGES. 5000 SQ FT OF LIVING SPACE. ARCHTITECT DESIGNED AND CUSTOM BUILT.
Public Records
Jun 2, 1989
Sold
$250,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,422 (−1.6%)
$130,700 + $620,800
$751,500
2022
$13,640 (+5.2%)
$109,800 + $553,600
$663,400
2021
$12,970 (−0.8%)
$99,300 + $506,200
$605,500
2019
$13,073 (+3.5%)
$99,300 + $506,200
$605,500
2018
$12,637 (+6.3%)
$99,300 + $506,200
$605,500
2017
$11,892 (−1.0%)
$113,000 + $453,300
$566,300
2016
$12,011 (+2.0%)
$113,000 + $453,300
$566,300
2015
$11,773 (+1.4%)
$113,000 + $453,300
$566,300
2014
$11,616 (+1.9%)
$113,000 + $456,400
$569,400
2013
$11,405 (+2.0%)
$113,000 + $456,400
$569,400
2012
$11,183 (+4.9%)
$113,000 + $456,400
$569,400
2011
$10,656
$128,700 + $456,800
$585,500
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,366
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,366
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3056447
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
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 92° 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pelham, MA • 01002
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Sun exposure
50/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 61 South Valley Rd
$640,593
$26K over list price of $615K
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