Welcome to 181 Merrimac Ave in Springfield’s highly sought-after East Springfield neighborhood! Conveniently located near major highways, schools, shopping and everyday amenities, this spacious home offers incredible value for both local buyers and Worcester/Boston area buyers looking to maximize their investment. Situated on a super-sized fenced lot, the exterior is perfect for pets, kids, entertaining and large family gatherings with features including a patio area, storage shed, gated double-wide driveway and an expansive deep 2-car garage. Additional exterior updates include replacement windows, vinyl siding and updated entry doors. Inside, the flexible floor plan offers generous living space and tremendous upside potential for savvy buyers ready to make it shine. Pull up the carpets to expose hardwood flooring and add fresh light paint to instantly brighten and transform the interior. With just a few simple cosmetic improvements, this home can quickly become your true showpiece.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$216Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chester Ardolino• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Bought with Xiaoming Zhao• Executive Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $2,226 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 181 Merrimac Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73522235
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$300,000
$216/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Pending
—
May 30, 2026
Contingent
—
May 21, 2026
Listed
$299,900
$215/sq ft
MLS PIN #70856189
May 22, 2009
Sold
$120,000
$86/sq ft
Dec 15, 2008
Listed
$134,900
$97/sq ft
Cozy ranch with nice floor plan. Large kitchen with dining area; oversized 2-car attached garage; big yard with partial fence and shed; full basement with potential for finishing or storage; priced $10,000 below assessed value.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,840 (+13.3%)
$36,100 + $189,100
$225,200
2022
$3,388 (+4.0%)
$33,700 + $146,300
$180,000
2021
$3,258
$30,700 + $141,700
$172,400
2020
$3,256 (+10.4%)
$30,700 + $136,000
$166,700
2019
$2,950 (+2.4%)
$33,300 + $116,600
$149,900
2018
$2,881 (+3.7%)
$33,300 + $113,100
$146,400
2017
$2,778 (+3.2%)
$30,200 + $111,100
$141,300
2016
$2,693 (+13.2%)
$28,600 + $108,400
$137,000
2015
$2,378 (−2.0%)
$28,600 + $92,300
$120,900
2014
$2,426 (+1.1%)
$30,200 + $92,900
$123,100
2013
$2,399 (−3.3%)
$30,200 + $91,500
$121,700
2012
$2,481 (+0.2%)
$33,500 + $91,600
$125,100
2011
$2,477
$40,200 + $86,900
$127,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,392
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2595634
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
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
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Directions: Nottingham St or Upper Carew St to Merrimac Ave near the corner of Victoria St on a Super Sized Lot
UnparsedAddress: 181 Merrimac Ave, Springfield MA 01104
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,392
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampden County
APN: 2595634
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mary O Pottenger Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
The Springfield Renaissance School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, MA • 01104
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$315,000 – $381,000
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