Welcome to 234 Carver - don’t miss your chance at this Ranch-style home that has so much to offer! New roof (2024), Central A/C, finished basement & more thoughtful updates throughout! Head in to the entry mudroom with a custom built-in storage and direct access to the garage + enclosed porch. Enjoy the functionality of this well-designed, upgraded kitchen that sits at the heart of this home and includes new stainless steel appliances, hearty oak cabinets, and a formal dining area. The living room features plenty of natural light, newer flooring and a charming brick fireplace. Three (3) well-sized bedrooms with HARDWOOD FLOORS and full bathroom are located off the main hallway with large, double-closet storage. Bonus living space offered in the enclosed porch space perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails overlooking the FENCED YARD space. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH ADDITIONAL HALF BATH to add more functional living space great for hosting & entertaining, teen space & more! Newer HVAC system, electrical, 3-ZONE SPRINKLER SYSTEM and other mechanicals. Additional storage shelves, formal laundry area and BASEMENT WORKSHOP adds more practicality to this home. Attached 1-car garage with automated door opener and direct interior access. This property boasts curb appeal and is tucked away in a quiet pocket of this neighborhood located right near the Longmeadow town line; inquire today & come take a look as this move-in ready ranch!
Forest Park, located between Longhill Street and the edge of Forest Park, is a residential and park-adjacent Springfield neighborhood with grand Victorian-era homes and winding, tree-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Forest Park entrance at Sumner Avenue and Trafton Road, where small storefronts and local services meet the park’s stone gates and steady foot traffic. Community pillars include the Forest Park Zoo, the Barney Estate, and the historic Forest Park Carousel. Architecture ranges from stately Queen Anne and Colonial Revival houses to classic early-20th-century multifamily homes. Paths, ponds, and bridges inside Forest Park shape daily routines around walking loops and seasonal events. Sumner Avenue ties the neighborhood together with a main-street rhythm and frequent bus service.
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Market insights
234 Carver St · $349,900
DAYS ON MARKET
21 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.5%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$349,900
Median sale price in this area is $367,490. (5% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Custom-built closets and cabinets
Vaulted ceilings
Decorative molding
Mudroom
Sunroom
Bonus room
Picture windows
Open floor plan
Remodeled living room
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms, all on the first floor
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level, with a tub and shower
One half bathroom in the basement
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with a dining area, pantry, upgraded cabinets, and gas stove
Laundry & utility
Laundry in the basement
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Wall-to-wall carpet
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Level lot
Enclosed patio
Fenced yard
Sprinkler system
Storage
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached garage with one space and garage door opener
Two open parking spaces
Paved driveway
Off-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation, a medical facility, highway access, and public school
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Wow, you will love this great ranch with many updates already done for you! Features vinyl siding, replacement windows, gas forced air heat with central A/C and an attached garage. Enjoy sipping your morning coffee in the screened in patio overlooking your fully fenced back yard. Kitchen is updated with tons of cabinet space. The basement is partially finished with a family room and a half bath. Great location in quiet neighborhood close to everything. Just minutes from major highways, shopping. Move right in and make this house your home! Don't wait!
Public Records
Dec 1, 2020
Sold
$130,000
$90/sq ft
MLS PIN #30348484
Oct 29, 1999
Sold
$79,900
$55/sq ft
Aug 23, 1999
Listed
$85,900
$59/sq ft
WOW! COME SEE YOUR NEW HOME, A WELL CARED FOR VINYL SIDED RANCH ON A QUIET STREET. YOUR HOME COMES COMPLETE WITH CENTRAL AIR, FIREPLACE IN LIVING ROOM, CEILING FAN IN THE EAT-IN KITCHEN AND 3 BEDROOMS. MOVE IN. ALL APPLIANCES STAY
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,210 (+7.1%)
$40,100 + $206,800
$246,900
2022
$3,931 (−0.2%)
$40,100 + $168,800
$208,900
2021
$3,937 (+11.2%)
$36,500 + $171,800
$208,300
2020
$3,541 (+2.4%)
$36,500 + $144,800
$181,300
2019
$3,458 (+8.1%)
$36,500 + $139,200
$175,700
2018
$3,198 (+0.9%)
$36,500 + $126,000
$162,500
2017
$3,171 (+2.5%)
$36,500 + $124,800
$161,300
2016
$3,094 (+4.7%)
$36,500 + $120,900
$157,400
2015
$2,956 (−2.6%)
$36,500 + $113,800
$150,300
2014
$3,035 (+0.3%)
$46,100 + $107,900
$154,000
2013
$3,025 (+3.8%)
$46,100 + $107,400
$153,500
2012
$2,915 (−0.3%)
$46,100 + $100,900
$147,000
2011
$2,925
$41,500 + $108,600
$150,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,152
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2577232
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 • 01108
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Springfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 234 Carver St
$356,265
$6,365 over list price of $350K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $295K to $375K.