Welcome to Springfield's desirable Atwater neighborhood, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this exquisite 10-room Colonial Revival, designed and built by Napoleon Russell. Beautifully restored and completely updated throughout, this remarkable residence showcases exceptional architectural character, craftsmanship, and sophisticated finishes while preserving its historic charm. Gorgeous hardwood floors flow throughout all three levels, complemented by distinctive beamed ceilings on the first and second floors. The spacious, open floor plan creates an inviting atmosphere, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining room, offering wonderful space for gatherings. The gracious living room features two entrances leading to a delightful sunroom, providing an abundance of natural light and an inviting place to relax. The primary bedroom connects to a second bedroom, currently utilized as a dressing room, with both rooms offering access to a charming exterior balcony. The third floor features two generously sized bedrooms and a spacious walk-in cedar closet, offering excellent storage and potential for additional bathroom. With six bedrooms and versatile living spaces across three levels, this exceptional home offers flexibility to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. Step outside and discover your own private retreat, featuring a beautifully arranged patio and pergola, perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. A detached two-car garage with additional storage and a large shed provide convenience and functionality. Ideally situated in one of Springfield's most distinctive neighborhoods, known for its impressive historic homes and architectural beauty, this extraordinary property offers convenient access to area amenities, shopping, dining, hospitals, medical facilities, easy to 91, MA Pike and 291 access, . A rare opportunity to own a stunning Colonial Revival where historic elegance, modern updates, and exceptional living spaces come together. Truly a home to be admired!
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$176Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Denise DeSellier Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Liberty Heights, located between Forest Park and East Forest Park, is a residential and civic Springfield neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a steady, lived-in streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Liberty Street and Belmont Avenue corridor, where corner markets, barbershops, and takeout counters keep the sidewalks in motion. Early-20th-century two- and three-family homes mix with compact apartment buildings, giving the area a classic Springfield rhythm of porches, bay windows, and small front yards. Forest Park’s paths and ponds shape daily routines with green space at the edge of the grid. The nearby Springfield Museums campus adds a cultural counterpoint to the neighborhood’s practical, local feel. Bus routes along the main arterials connect the area to downtown without changing its residential pace.
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Offer insights
170 Shefford St · $499,900
$525K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $525K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
8 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.5%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Ceiling fans
Closets
Crown molding
Insulated windows
Open floor plan
Pantry
Sunroom
Walk-up attic
One fireplace in the living room
Full, partially finished basement with bulkhead, sump pump, and concrete floor
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 4 on the second floor and 1 on the third floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom on the second floor with a tiled tub and shower
1 half bathroom on the first floor
Remodeled full bathroom with wainscoting
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances
Range, refrigerator, microwave, and disposal
Gas range hookup
Laundry & utility
Laundry hookups in the basement
Gas dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood, tile, vinyl, and wall-to-wall carpet
Heating & cooling
Natural gas and electric baseboard heating
Central air, window units, and ductless cooling
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Enclosed porch, roofed deck, and patio
Rain gutters
Storage
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Detached garage with 2 spaces
8 open parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Brick exterior
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
HOA & community
Community features include shopping, parks, medical facilities, highway access, houses of worship, public schools, and sidewalks
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This beautiful 10 room brick Colonial is set on a corner lot in the Atwater Park neighborhood. Hardwood floors throughout this well maintained home. Newly redone sunroom which has Berber carpeting. Fireplace and wood beamed ceilings in the living room. Beautiful crystal chandelier in the dining room. Four bedrooms on the 2nd floor and two bedrooms and a cedar closet are set on the 3rd floor. Relax on a warm summer evening on the new deck balcony. New boiler and hot water heater and new Garage doors. Close to Baystate Medical Center. Nothing left to do but move in and enjoy!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,219 (+1.5%)
$51,000 + $255,100
$306,100
2022
$5,140 (+0.6%)
$51,000 + $222,100
$273,100
2021
$5,107 (+4.8%)
$46,300 + $223,900
$270,200
2020
$4,875 (+4.4%)
$46,300 + $203,300
$249,600
2019
$4,668 (−1.2%)
$46,300 + $190,900
$237,200
2018
$4,727 (+4.2%)
$46,300 + $193,900
$240,200
2017
$4,536 (+2.4%)
$46,100 + $184,600
$230,700
2016
$4,429 (+18.8%)
$46,100 + $179,200
$225,300
2015
$3,729 (+2.6%)
$46,100 + $143,500
$189,600
2014
$3,635 (−8.7%)
$50,500 + $133,900
$184,400
2013
$3,983 (+2.7%)
$50,500 + $151,600
$202,100
2012
$3,879 (+1.6%)
$50,500 + $145,100
$195,600
2011
$3,818
$52,500 + $143,400
$195,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,841
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,841
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2605351
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
RES A
Low Density Residential District
Low density residential, primarily single-family detached
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Historical weather
Springfield, MA • 01107
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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
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Redfin Estimate for 170 Shefford St
$503,275
$3,375 over list price of $500K
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