125 Hancock Road sits directly across from Pontoosuc Lake Park, offering peaceful views of the water and a welcoming connection to one of Pittsfield’s most loved outdoor spaces. This bright home enjoys natural light throughout the day, with the living and dining rooms capturing views toward the lake and hills. The main level flows easily, with a living room, dining room, sitting room with woodstove, kitchen overlooking the backyard, a first-floor bedroom, and full bath. Upstairs includes a second bedroom and a large unfinished area with potential for a studio, office, or added living space. The walk-out lower level offers garage access, laundry, and a workshop or recreation area. A spacious back deck overlooks the deep yard framed by mature trees. With park access, boating, walking paths, and sunsets at your doorstep—plus proximity to downtown Pittsfield, Lenox, hiking, and skiing—this home offers an easy Berkshire lifestyle with room to grow.
125 Hancock Road sits directly across from Pontoosuc Lake Park, offering peaceful views of the water and an easy connection to one of Pittsfield's most loved recreational areas. This bright and welcoming home enjoys lovely natural light throughout the day, with both the living room and dining room capturing views toward the lake and surrounding hills. Inside, the main level has an open and comfortable flow. The living room and dining room connect seamlessly, and the adjoining sitting room features a wood stove -- an inviting place to settle in on winter evenings. The kitchen offers warm cabinetry, stainless appliances, and a view over the backyard, linking easily with the home's main living spaces. A first-floor bedroom with soft natural light and a full bath complete this level. Upstairs, a second bedroom sits alongside a large unfinished area that presents a meaningful opportunity for future expansion whether for a studio, office, second bathroom, or additional living space. The footprint supports creativity without overwhelming the scale of the home. The walk-out lower level provides direct access to the one-car garage along with laundry and a generous workshop or recreation area. Outdoors, the property truly delights. A spacious back deck functions as an open-air living room during warmer months, overlooking a deep backyard framed by mature trees. Thoughtful stonework, perennial plantings, and a classic façade create appealing curb presence. With Pontoosuc Lake Park just across the road, morning walks, boating, picnicking, and sunset views become part of daily life. Close to downtown Pittsfield, Onota Lake, Jiminy Peak, theaters, hiking, and year-round Berkshire attractions, this home offers a central and connected location with room to grow. A sweet, light-filled property in a setting that feels distinctly Berkshires.
BCMLS #236020
Nov 30, 2021
Sold
$230,000
$133/sq ft
Oct 6, 2021
Listed
$229,000
$132/sq ft
+27
Public Remarks
Enjoy year round lake and mountain views as well as lake access via a groomed and maintained trail directly across the street. So many improvements have been done to this move in ready home. Featuring 2/3 bedrooms (dining room could be 3rd bedroom), hardwood floors, updated kitchen and updated bath. Lower level flooring redone in 2021; chimney flashing redone in 2016; retaining wall new in 2015; roof and furnace 2009. Your home sweet home!
BCMLS #210159
Jun 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 23, 2015
Listed
$169,900
$98/sq ft
BCMLS #186824
Nov 6, 2009
Sold
$153,000
$88/sq ft
Jul 1, 2009
Listed
$159,900
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,100 (+8.6%)
$58,100 + $165,700
$223,800
2022
$3,777 (+13.9%)
$55,700 + $147,800
$203,500
2021
$3,315 (+5.8%)
$55,700 + $116,500
$172,200
2020
$3,134 (+6.2%)
$46,500 + $112,500
$159,000
2019
$2,950 (−0.3%)
$46,500 + $105,400
$151,900
2018
$2,959 (+6.7%)
$46,500 + $101,400
$147,900
2017
$2,774 (+1.4%)
$43,600 + $97,700
$141,300
2016
$2,735 (+24.3%)
$43,600 + $102,200
$145,800
2015
$2,200
$43,600 + $78,200
$121,800
Tax history for 125 Hancock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,100 (+8.6%)
$58,100 + $165,700
$223,800
2022
$3,777 (+13.9%)
$55,700 + $147,800
$203,500
2021
$3,315 (+5.8%)
$55,700 + $116,500
$172,200
2020
$3,134 (+6.2%)
$46,500 + $112,500
$159,000
2019
$2,950 (−0.3%)
$46,500 + $105,400
$151,900
2018
$2,959 (+6.7%)
$46,500 + $101,400
$147,900
2017
$2,774 (+1.4%)
$43,600 + $97,700
$141,300
2016
$2,735 (+24.3%)
$43,600 + $102,200
$145,800
2015
$2,200
$43,600 + $78,200
$121,800
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,731
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berkshire County
APN
2716725
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,731
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1731
Has Waterview
Lake
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,451
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Steam
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Robert T. Capeless
Middle Or Junior School: John T. Reid
High School: Taconic
Location Information
Directions: Route 7 to Hancock Rd
UnparsedAddress: 125 Hancock Road, Pittsfield MA 01201
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,731
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Berkshire County
APN: 2716725
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
John T Reid Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
Taconic High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
3/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$312,000 – $377,000
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