You'll be amazed at the history and architectural details of this Historic Springfield home. Located minutes from Forest Park and the highway this home has been meticulously maintained and stylishly updated where it counts! Upon entry to the foyer you will immediately notice the stunning millwork, beautiful hardwood floors though-out and the beautiful main staircase. Formal dining room and living room are large and offer built-in cabinets, beamed ceilings, and a fireplace. The updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a large center island, granite countertops, and a walk in pantry. 1/2 bath and office space finish up the first floor. Second floor an updated full bath with tiled shower stall, and 3 dedicated bedrooms, with the bonus room (currently used as rec room) as a potential 4th. The third floor has a full bath w/ claw foot tub and multiple bedrooms and living spaces. There are several places to enjoy the outdoors with covered porches, balconies and a brick patio.
Single-familyProperty Type
1902Year Built
10,193 sq ftLot Size
$123Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Allison Cavanaugh• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Daniel Rodriguez• Sears Real Estate, Inc.
EPITOME OF GRACIOUS CITY LIVING IN THIS DISTINCTIVE VICTORIAN, MAGNIFICENT ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS THRU-OUT, ALL ORIGINAL, ITALIAN COLUMNS, TILED FIREPLACES, TIFFANY WINDOWS, SERPENTINE CHANDELIERS, MAHOGANY BOOKCASES & MUCH MORE! A true jewel in the crown of the Forest Park Heights Historic District, this splendid "front office" home is built for entertaining and updated to allow a comfortable modern lifestyle. Grand scale rooms and Artisan custom woodwork/never painted, crown trims, beamed ceilings, window seating, staircase landings and many nooks & crannies are some of the amazing quality features found here. Updated chef's kitchen offers stainless appliances, dining area, island, butler's pantry & laundry. 2nd floor family room/billiard room is fantastic space & comes w/ pool table. Updated bath on second floor with walk-in shower, 3 BRs on 2nd level, 2BRs & full bath on 3rd story complete the floor plan. Eager owner says make an offer!
Public Records
Apr 1, 2004
Sold
$300,000
$78/sq ft
MLS PIN #30789547
Apr 1, 2004
Sold
$289,000
$75/sq ft
Nov 11, 2003
Listed
$309,900
$80/sq ft
INCREDIBLE 4,000+ SF RESTORED TUDOR/VICTORIAN IN HISTORIC FPARK.GORGEOUS WOODS IN WAINSCOT,COLUMNS BEAMS,FLOORS, HUTCHES,WINDOW SEATS,STAIN GLASS, ORIGINAL TIFFANY STYLE &SERPENTINE CHANDELIER+SCONSES.NEW KIT APPLIS,4 FPS,GAR+++
Public Records
Nov 20, 1985
Sold
$113,750
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,720 (+0.5%)
$37,100 + $298,400
$335,500
2022
$5,693 (+6.6%)
$34,800 + $267,700
$302,500
2021
$5,339 (−10.3%)
$31,600 + $250,900
$282,500
2020
$5,951 (+1.2%)
$31,600 + $273,100
$304,700
2019
$5,882 (+1.4%)
$32,600 + $266,300
$298,900
2018
$5,802 (+3.9%)
$32,600 + $262,200
$294,800
2017
$5,585 (+1.1%)
$32,600 + $251,500
$284,100
2016
$5,524 (+1.5%)
$32,600 + $248,400
$281,000
2015
$5,441 (+2.2%)
$32,600 + $244,000
$276,600
2014
$5,322 (+2.9%)
$32,100 + $237,900
$270,000
2013
$5,172 (−1.4%)
$32,100 + $230,300
$262,400
2012
$5,243 (−7.4%)
$32,100 + $232,300
$264,400
2011
$5,664
$38,500 + $252,100
$290,600
Tax history for 257 Fort Pleasant Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,720 (+0.5%)
$37,100 + $298,400
$335,500
2022
$5,693 (+6.6%)
$34,800 + $267,700
$302,500
2021
$5,339 (−10.3%)
$31,600 + $250,900
$282,500
2020
$5,951 (+1.2%)
$31,600 + $273,100
$304,700
2019
$5,882 (+1.4%)
$32,600 + $266,300
$298,900
2018
$5,802 (+3.9%)
$32,600 + $262,200
$294,800
2017
$5,585 (+1.1%)
$32,600 + $251,500
$284,100
2016
$5,524 (+1.5%)
$32,600 + $248,400
$281,000
2015
$5,441 (+2.2%)
$32,600 + $244,000
$276,600
2014
$5,322 (+2.9%)
$32,100 + $237,900
$270,000
2013
$5,172 (−1.4%)
$32,100 + $230,300
$262,400
2012
$5,243 (−7.4%)
$32,100 + $232,300
$264,400
2011
$5,664
$38,500 + $252,100
$290,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,853
Year built
1902
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2585023
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
UnparsedAddress: 257 Fort Pleasant Ave, Springfield MA 01108
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,853
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1902
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampden County
APN: 2585023
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Sumner Avenue School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
3/10
Forest Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Springfield, MA • 01108
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$449,000 – $543,000
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