Step into Springfield history with this exceptional architect-designed residence located in the National Register and Local Historic Districts in the highly desirable McKnight neighborhood. Beautifully preserved, this turn-of-the-century home, and remarkable architectural details throughout.Offering 17 spacious rooms, 11 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 4 half baths, plus two former maid’s quarters, this distinctive property seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern updates. The inviting kitchen features newer cabinetry, new flooring, abundant storage, and multiple workspaces, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining.Enjoy mornings on the expansive covered rear porch or cozy evenings by the fireplace. Thoughtful updates throughout enhance the home’s original character while providing today’s conveniences.This rare property offers exceptional space and flexibility for a variety of residential living arrangements. Buyers are encouraged to verify any intended use, including potential short-term rental or other occupancy options, with local zoning and permitting authorities.An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Springfield’s architectural treasures in one of its most admired historic neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1911Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$144Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Carol Smith• Home Equity Assets Realty, LLC
McKnight Historic District, located between State Street and Wilbraham Road, is a historic and residential Springfield neighborhood with ornate Victorian streetscapes and a leafy, park-like feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the State Street corridor near the Springfield Museums campus, where galleries, cafés, and civic buildings set a cultured, walk-and-look pace. Painted Ladies, Queen Annes, and Shingle-style homes line wide sidewalks, with porches and turrets creating a strong sense of architectural continuity. Tree canopies and small greens soften the grid and frame long views toward downtown. Community life often orbits nearby anchors like the Springfield Museums, Symphony Hall, and the Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Market insights
86 Bowdoin St · $800,000
DAYS ON MARKET
42 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.4%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$800,000
Median list price in this area is $355,800. (56% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
23% 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
Total of 17 rooms
Two fireplaces
Bedrooms
Primary suite located on the second floor
Additional bedrooms located on the second floor
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Four half bathrooms
Primary bathroom included
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry on the first floor
Full basement
Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Heating available (Steam, Oil, Natural Gas)
Wall cooling units
Exterior features
In-ground private pool
Porch
Home design
Single family residence
Renovated since original construction
Parking
Garage (1 covered space)
Four open parking spaces
Total of 5 parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Asphalt/composition shingle roof
Built originally prior to present, with renovations since
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation access and highway access
Electricity and solar
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Low density residential, primarily single-family detached
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
23% 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 • 01109
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Springfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 86 Bowdoin St
$766,334
$34K under list price of $800K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $275K to $445K.