Welcome to 264 Sumner Ave — a stately three-story home in historic Forest Park! Built in 1896, this spacious residence offers 6+ bedrooms and a rare flex space perfect for a private office, in-law suite, or multi-generational living. Freshly updated throughout with full interior paint, new carpeting in bedrooms, modernized bathrooms and kitchen, and upgraded lighting fixtures. Located directly across from Forest Park, one of New England’s largest urban parks, featuring ponds, walking trails, a zoo, ice rink, and over 700 acres to explore. A true blank canvas for anyone seeking charm, space, and city convenience — just minutes to I-91, downtown Springfield, and Bright Nights!
Single-familyProperty Type
1896Year Built
8,999 sq ftLot Size
$140Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kelsey Thompson Team• Lock and Key Realty Inc.
Bought with Kelsey Thompson Team• Lock and Key Realty Inc.
Welcome to 264 Sumner Ave - a stately three-story home in historic Forest Park! Built in 1896, this spacious residence offers 6+ bedrooms and a rare flex space perfect for a private office, in-law suite, or multi-generational living. Freshly updated throughout with full interior paint, new carpeting in bedrooms, modernized bathrooms and kitchen, and upgraded lighting fixtures. Located directly across from Forest Park, one of New England's largest urban parks, featuring ponds, walking trails, a zoo, ice rink, and over 700 acres to explore. A true blank canvas for anyone seeking charm, space, and city convenience - just minutes to I-91, downtown Springfield, and Bright Nights!
Public Records
Jun 23, 1999
Sold
$127,000
$39/sq ft
MLS PIN #30027741
Aug 9, 1996
Sold
$120,000
$37/sq ft
Feb 1, 1995
Listed
$129,900
$40/sq ft
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE 9 RM COL PLUS 6 RM/LAV OFFICE OR IN LAW APARTMENT-ZONED RES B. TAXES CURRENTLY BASED ON $80,600 (RES) & 22,700(COMM).SLATE ROOF,INGRND SPRINKLERS,SEC SYSTEM ALUM SIDED. HISTORICAL AREA. COVERED BY HOME WARRANTY.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,870 (−15.6%)
$36,800 + $190,200
$227,000
2022
$4,583
$34,400 + $209,100
$243,500
2021
$4,579 (+9.2%)
$31,300 + $211,000
$242,300
2020
$4,193 (−1.9%)
$31,300 + $183,400
$214,700
2019
$4,274 (−0.4%)
$32,300 + $184,900
$217,200
2018
$4,292 (+2.9%)
$32,300 + $185,800
$218,100
2017
$4,170 (+1.8%)
$32,300 + $179,800
$212,100
2016
$4,097 (+1.3%)
$32,300 + $176,100
$208,400
2015
$4,046 (+2.0%)
$32,300 + $173,400
$205,700
2014
$3,968 (−1.1%)
$31,500 + $169,800
$201,300
2013
$4,013 (−1.2%)
$31,500 + $172,100
$203,600
2012
$4,061 (+15.2%)
$31,500 + $173,300
$204,800
2011
$3,524
$37,800 + $143,000
$180,800
Tax history for 264 Sumner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,870 (−15.6%)
$36,800 + $190,200
$227,000
2022
$4,583
$34,400 + $209,100
$243,500
2021
$4,579 (+9.2%)
$31,300 + $211,000
$242,300
2020
$4,193 (−1.9%)
$31,300 + $183,400
$214,700
2019
$4,274 (−0.4%)
$32,300 + $184,900
$217,200
2018
$4,292 (+2.9%)
$32,300 + $185,800
$218,100
2017
$4,170 (+1.8%)
$32,300 + $179,800
$212,100
2016
$4,097 (+1.3%)
$32,300 + $176,100
$208,400
2015
$4,046 (+2.0%)
$32,300 + $173,400
$205,700
2014
$3,968 (−1.1%)
$31,500 + $169,800
$201,300
2013
$4,013 (−1.2%)
$31,500 + $172,100
$203,600
2012
$4,061 (+15.2%)
$31,500 + $173,300
$204,800
2011
$3,524
$37,800 + $143,000
$180,800
*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
6
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,275
Year built
1896
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2607658
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 80
Length: 8
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 96
Length: 8
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 7
Length: 1
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 5
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Living Room Information
Area: 400
Length: 25
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Pendant
Kitchen Information
Area: 273
Length: 13
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Recessed Lighting
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bedroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,275
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,813
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly
UnparsedAddress: 264 Sumner Ave, Springfield MA 01108
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,275
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1896
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampden County
APN: 2607658
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Sumner Avenue School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Forest Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 98° 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 • 01108
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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67
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76
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66
44
52
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37
22
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Dec
Sun exposure
17/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.1 hrs
0.5 hr
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$416,000 – $504,000
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