Elegant, Fully Remodeled Victorian Home | 7 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms, A perfect blend of classic charm & modern amenities. This stunning Victorian home has been thoughtfully renovated, preserving its original character while incorporating significant upgrades to offer comfort, style & peace of mind. 7 bedrooms * 3 fully remodeled bathrooms * New kitchen with elegant quartz countertops * Brand-new electrical system * New plumbing * New roof * New water heater * Restored natural wood flooring * Porcelain-tiled showers * Recessed LED lighting * Most windows & doors replaced. Freshly painted exterior. The layout offers spacious, light-filled rooms, high ceilings, original architectural details & a spectacular wrap-around porch highlingting the Victorian style. Located in the historic McKnight neighborhood. Surrounded by beautiful Victorian homes & just mins from amenities such as: Six Flags - MGM & More. Ideal for a large family or a buyer seeking a home with excellent investment potential.
McKnight, located between State Street and Wilbraham Road, is a historic and residential Springfield neighborhood with a grand Victorian streetscape and leafy, porch-lined blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the State Street corridor near the Springfield Museums, where galleries, cafés, and campus-like greens set a cultured pace. Painted Ladies and Queen Anne homes define the streetscape, with deep setbacks and mature trees shaping a quiet rhythm. The Quadrangle’s museums and the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden act as local touchstones. Merrick Park adds a small, shaded pause among the architecture. Sidewalks and corner lots keep daily errands and evening walks grounded in the neighborhood’s classic layout.
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Offer insights
86 Amherst St · $399,999
$400K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $400K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
51 days
The average home goes pending in 21 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.7%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
10 total rooms
Two fireplaces
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Range hood
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Window air conditioning units
Exterior features
Fenced/enclosed yard
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Approximately built and certified historic
Parking
Off-street parking for 2 vehicles
2 total parking spaces, 2 open parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Brick/mortar foundation
Shingle roof
Owner-reported year built
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service
Electric range-ready
Electric dryer-ready
HOA & community
Public transportation access
Highway access
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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Step back in time with this charming circa-1912 Colonial nestled in the heart of McKnight! Offering 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths across 1,673?sq?ft, this home is filled with classic details — from hardwood floors to a vintage fireplace and rich wood trim. Much of the home awaits your thoughtful restoration to bring out its full potential.Set on a quiet, tree-lined street, this property showcases beautiful historic character that’s ready to be polished and revitalized. Imagine restoring the original craftsmanship while blending in your modern touches.Perfectly situated near Springfield’s vibrant shops, dining, and cultural amenities, this home is an ideal canvas for those eager to breathe new life into a historic gem. Schedule your showing today and envision the possibilities!Take advantage of 2% seller-paid closing costs — making homeownership more affordable! Ask your lender how this can reduce your monthly payment.
MLS PIN #30363324
Feb 9, 2000
Sold
$73,500
$32/sq ft
Oct 19, 1999
Listed
$79,900
$35/sq ft
RECENTLY RONOVATED VICTORIAN WITH GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS, 2 FIREPLACES, A NEW HIGH EFFICIENCY GAS FURNACE. CREATIVE OWNER WILLING TO HELP WITH SOME CLOSING COSTS AND/OR A SMALL SECOND MORTGAGE. $1,000 SELLING BONUS TO SA.
Public Records
Mar 23, 1999
Sold
$27,600
$12/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1987
Sold
$63,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,679 (+43.6%)
$21,600 + $76,900
$98,500
2022
$1,169 (−12.8%)
$19,700 + $42,400
$62,100
2021
$1,340 (+5.4%)
$17,900 + $53,000
$70,900
2020
$1,271 (+14.1%)
$17,900 + $47,200
$65,100
2019
$1,114 (−1.8%)
$15,300 + $41,300
$56,600
2018
$1,134 (+3.8%)
$15,300 + $42,300
$57,600
2017
$1,093 (+3.1%)
$14,300 + $41,300
$55,600
2016
$1,060 (+7.6%)
$14,300 + $39,600
$53,900
2015
$985 (−9.3%)
$14,300 + $35,800
$50,100
2014
$1,086 (+44.6%)
$18,600 + $36,500
$55,100
2013
$751 (−21.1%)
$18,600 + $19,500
$38,100
2012
$952 (−0.5%)
$18,600 + $29,400
$48,000
2011
$957
$17,200 + $31,900
$49,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,673
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,673
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2571187
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 • 01109
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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18
52
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87
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77
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66
44
52
34
37
22
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Springfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 86 Amherst St
$391,901
$8,098 under list price of $400K
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